Global Scans · Cities · Weekly Summary

• [New] Europe, the Middle East & Africa present a tapestry of opportunities where heritage amusement parks coexist with burgeoning urban arcades, and where mobile payment adoption varies significantly between Western Europe and emerging markets. Yahoo Finance
• [New] With the United Kingdom staring down its third heatwave in a month this week, a new study warns of dire consequences if homes and cities do not adapt to the new climate reality. Heatmap News
• [New] Over 68% of the global population is expected to live in cities by 2050, making urban AI governance decisions critical for billions of people. QodeQuay |
• [New] The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan emphasizes green spaces, sustainable mobility, and smart living solutions. UAE Times Now
• [New] As a highly industrialized and urbanized country, Germany encounters distinct pest-related challenges, including the management of urban rodent populations and the control of invasive insect species that pose risks to agricultural productivity. Bonafide Research
• [New] The urban focus reflects U.N. projections that more than two-thirds of the world's population will live in cities by 2050 - a trend that Global Citizen fears will worsen concentrated poverty if local governments do not start creating inclusive economic opportunities. WHEC.com
• [New] As Tesla continues to pilot, refine, and expand its services, it forges a path towards a future where autonomous vehicles could fundamentally alter the landscape of city mobility. ilovetesla.com
• [New] With over half of the global population residing in urban areas, ICT will play a crucial role in providing innovative solutions for efficient and comprehensive urban management. Nature
• [New] Economic constraints in African markets restrict adoption, but smart city initiatives in Saudi Arabia indicate long-term potential for advanced actuator technologies. Blogger
• [New] In India, LG is launching a new product development organization this year and establishing a new production line at its Sri City plant, scheduled to open in 2026. LG Newsroom
• [New] Civil engineers with expertise in smart city technologies, such as IoT and urban informatics, will be in high demand as India's cities become more digitized. ConstructionPlacements
• [New] Cities such as Napa Valley, California, and Lincoln City, Oregon, have ditched pyrotechnics entirely, citing wildfire risk, noise, and pollution. Quartz
• [New] The city of New York has used geo systems to develop a comprehensive plan for reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality, while the city of Los Angeles has used GIS to identify areas of high crime risk and develop targeted community policing initiatives. Data Pipeline Hub
• [New] Afghanistan's Kabul may run out of water by 2030: Kabul, Afghanistan's capital with a population of seven million people, could become the first modern city to run out of water in the next five years, a new report has warned. News18
• [New] The rate of urbanization is a key factor in driving passenger car demand, with developing countries like India expected to have 50% of their inhabitants living in urban areas by 2050. SpringerLink
• [New] The A321XLR unlocks new opportunities for AirAsia to launch non-stop flights linking primary and secondary cities all around the globe. timchew.net
• [New] As industries, cities, and utilities move toward net-zero emissions, the integration of waste heat recovery technologies will play a crucial role in achieving cleaner, more efficient, and more resilient energy systems worldwide. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, ORC Turbines, Wood
• [New] While the Middle East & Africa and Latin America are still in the early stages, growing urbanization and import-led fleet electrification are opening new opportunities. The Automotive Data
• [New] With 70% of the world's population projected to reside in urban areas by 2050, the need for efficient urban management becomes increasingly vital. Government Technology Agency (GovTech)
• [New] Once established, the Pilot project can now change the way urban administration is practiced in cities, beginning with improved service delivery for urban citizens, and opportunities to standardise India's irregular address system. Gkseries.com
• Global energy consumption is expected to increase by 23% between now and 2050, driven by factors such as population growth, rapid urbanization, and economic development. Channels Television
• Italy issued red alerts for 18 cities, while in Germany temperatures were forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius in some areas, making it the hottest day of the year. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• Heat action plans are being used in India to manage summer temperature spikes and keep essential services running, but even within cities, some areas - and even buildings - are far more at risk than others. Peterson Technology Partners

Last updated: 13 July 2025