Abu Dhabi has moved rapidly up the global smart-city ladder in 2025, earning a top-five place in the IMD Smart City Index and widespread recognition for safety, digital services and urban innovation.

India’s Smart Cities Mission (SCM), launched in 2015, aimed to transform 100 cities into modern, resilient and citizen-centric urban centres. A decade on, assessments reveal an uneven picture, with ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Since 2011, the Smart City Expo World Congress has stood as ...

Explore how smart cities technology is reshaping urban life through innovation, sustainability, and connectivity—transforming cities into smarter, greener, and more efficient communities worldwide.

Smart cities technology integrates IoT sensors, AI analytics, and real-time monitoring to redefine the future of urban living. By optimizing traffic, energy, and waste management, cities can reduce ...