Global Scans · Smart Cities · Weekly Summary

• [New] Siemens, Schneider Electric, and General Electric are advancing smart grid and energy management solutions that will become standard urban infrastructure. Quick Market Pitch
• [New] As technology advances, cities that embraced AI Smart Cities 2025 early will benefit from cumulative gains in sustainability, equity, and quality of life. learnaitools.in
• [New] Looking ahead, AI Smart Cities 2025 will likely evolve into even more integrated systems: combining augmented reality for navigation, robotics for maintenance, AI mediators for citizen-government interaction, and further decentralization via edge computing. learnaitools.in
• [New] Regardless of the risks, smart-cities are being constructed the world over. Unlimited Hangout
• The experience of making Dubai a fully smart city proves that AI will transform city life. IT BUTLER
• Nvidia and Fujitsu collaborate on AI infrastructure, targeting smart robots and innovations across healthcare, manufacturing, and computing by 2030. The Sunday Guardian
• By 2025 and beyond, augmented reality navigation will move from nice-to-have to standard expectation in airports, malls, hospitals, and smart cities. The Intellify -
• AI driven smart communities: Upcoming developments like Dubai South or Expo City will incorporate shared AI infrastructure: community climate control, closing census charging, synchronized drones and more to a connected smart home hub. Top Luxury Property
• The economic value of smart city technologies is projected to reach $2.5 trillion by 2025, creating powerful incentives for rapid deployment while potentially overlooking governance and privacy considerations. QodeQuay |
• Today, Abu Dhabi and Dubai are not just envisioning smart cities, they are delivering on ambitious AI programmes and digital-first public services. UAE Business Directory - Find Companies & Listings | UA
• For investors considering Itron, the core thesis centers on growing global demand for smart grid and smart city infrastructure, where Itron's shift to higher-margin software and recurring revenue streams could drive future earnings growth. Simply Wall St
• The Strategic Partnership Council will expand cooperation in artificial intelligence, smart cities, culture and innovation, while advancing diversification. ArgaamPlus
• Al Zaabi highlighted that Abu Dhabi is a trusted, future-ready partner for India's growth story, with ample opportunities in sectors including food, Agrictech, financial services, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure, smart transport, sustainable energy, and healthcare. Gulf News: Latest UAE news, Dubai news, Business, trave
• Regionally, North America is poised to be a significant growth area, with investments in smart city initiatives and autonomous vehicle development expected to exceed USD 500 billion by 2025, providing a fertile ground for SLAM technology adoption. openpr
• By integrating digital twins and smart city solutions, ODP creates new ways to plan and manage Singapore's first Digital District. Government Technology Agency (GovTech)

Last updated: 20 October 2025