Projekte
Buffalo, NY advances smart curb program
Buffalo is advancing its smart curb program to optimize urban mobility and enhance road safety through innovative technology integration. The initiative focuses on deploying sensors and data analytics along curbsides to monitor traffic patterns, pedestrian flow, and parking usage in real-time. By partnering with local tech firms, the city aims to reduce congestion and improve emergency response times in high-traffic areas.
Buffalo, NY
United States
Hartford, CT introduces AI-powered translation services to enhance civic engagement
Hartford is implementing AI-powered translation services to enhance civic engagement by providing real-time translation in up to 80 languages at public meetings The initiative, supported by a partnership with Google Public Sector, integrates Google Cloud Translation AI into the city’s 311 services to facilitate communication with residents in multiple languages. The Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement is exploring further expansion of these services to improve 311 request processing.
Hartford, CT
United States
San Francisco, CA creates new chief strategy and performance roles
San Francisco has appointed Jessica MacLeod as its first chief of strategy and performance to integrate data-driven decision-making into city governance. The role, established under Mayor Daniel Lurie, aims to set measurable goals, enhance service delivery, and foster accountability across departments. MacLeod will use data analytics to streamline resources, reduce administrative barriers, and promote continuous improvement.
San Francisco, CA
United States
San Jose, CA launches dedicated Innovation Hub for civic tech ideas
San Jose has launched the IT Innovation Hub, a permanent portal enabling technology companies to submit ideas for enhancing government operations at any time. This hub complements traditional Request for Information and Request for Proposal processes by providing a transparent submission route with monthly reviews and invitations to IT Vendor Days for promising ideas.
San Jose, CA
United States
Lawton, OK utilizes AI to shape homelessness policy
Lawton's City Council recently approved amendments to the city's Homeless Action Plan on, incorporating AI-generated recommendations from ChatGPT to guide the use of federal funding, like Community Development Block Grant funds. The AI-assisted plan restricts these funds to individuals who can prove a connection to Lawton, such as through prior education records, while explicitly avoiding expansions in shelter capacity to prevent attracting more homeless people from outside areas.
Lawton, OK
United States
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB launches unified public Wi-Fi network
Newcastle City Council recently launched a unified public Wi-Fi network called ConneX, providing seamless connectivity across the city center and council buildings to replace fragmented hotspots. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Purple—which supplied £120,000 in free hardware and licenses—and funded by the UK Government’s Levelling Up program, enables secure roaming and single-login access without repeated passwords.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
San Jose, CA piloting AI to speed up the building permitting process
San Jose is launching a pilot program this fall to deploy AI technology aimed at streamlining the building permitting process for accessory dwelling units, directly tackling the city's housing crisis by reducing delays in approvals. The AI software from CivCheck will allow applicants to pre-check their submissions for missing or incomplete information, while city staff conduct internal testing with manual oversight to ensure accuracy and responsible implementation.
San Jose, CA
United States
Dallas, TX integrates AI-enabled cameras and LED streetlights to reduce crime
The city government of Dallas implemented an innovative smart city pilot project in a troubled neighborhood to enhance safety and connectivity. This initiative, part of the Smart Dallas vision to become a top smart city by 2030, integrates AI-enabled cameras, LED streetlights, and environmental sensors to monitor air quality and reduce crime. The project also provides ubiquitous public WiFi, improving digital access for residents.
Dallas, TX
United States
Kortrijk (Courtrai), VWV implements Virtual Assistant platform to enhance citizen access
The municipal government of Kortrijkhas implemented a multilingual Virtual Assistant platform to enhance citizen access to local services. Integrated with content management systems like WordPress and Drupal, the platform allows seamless interaction in multiple languages, catering to the town's diverse population. This technology streamlines administrative processes by providing instant responses to common queries and guiding users through services.
Kortrijk (Courtrai), VWV
Belgium
València, VC leverages AI to create digital twins for urban planning
Valencia's city government, through the EU-funded CitiVerse European Digital Infrastructure Consortium is leveraging AI to create digital twins for urban planning and disaster management. By integrating AI-based simulations with real-time data from sensors and virtual replicas of city infrastructure, the initiative allows officials to model extreme events, such as the devastating floods in the Valencia region, and test preventive strategies to mitigate risks.
València, VC
Spain
Boston, MA develops generative AI playbook for civic engagement
Boston's city government has partnered with the Civic Data Design Lab to develop the Generative AI Playbook for Civic Engagement to address the challenges of analyzing vast amounts of resident feedback and improving public participation in decision-making. By integrating AI tools with existing data sources like 311 service requests, surveys, and community meetings, the initiative enables real-time analysis to identify trends, such as geographic patterns in complaints about potholes.
Boston, MA
United States
Philadelphia, PA creates BenePhilly to streamline benefits application process for residents
Philadelphia's city government launched BenePhilly, a data-driven program that evolved from a phone-based service for low-income seniors to a comprehensive anti-poverty initiative. By leveraging open-source technology and data-sharing agreements with state and city agencies, BenePhilly assesses eligibility for 19 different services and benefits, enabling eligible residents to enroll in as little as 30 minutes.
Philadelphia, PA
United States
San Antonio, TX advances SmartSA Smart Streetlight program
The City of San Antonio has advanced its SmartSA Smart Streetlight program, deploying IoT-enabled LED streetlights with remote lighting controls across three innovation zones. These smart streetlights use sensors to adjust lighting based on real-time conditions, achieving a 20% reduction in energy costs in pilot areas. The system also supports environmental sensors for air quality and flood detection, enhancing urban management.
San Antonio, TX
United States
Córdoba, CB deploys advanced smart lighting system to enhance urban efficiency
The municipal government of Córdoba, Argentina, has deployed an advanced smart lighting system using IoT-enabled LED streetlights to enhance urban efficiency. These lights adjust brightness based on real-time data from motion sensors, reducing energy consumption by 30% in high-traffic areas. The system also allows remote monitoring and maintenance, cutting operational costs and improving response times for repairs.
Córdoba, CB
Argentina
Curitiba, PR upgrades its green exchange program to blockchain for waste management
The city government of Curitiba has adopted blockchain technology to enhance its Green Exchange Program, which incentivizes residents to trade recyclable waste for food, transport vouchers, or cash. The blockchain system ensures transparent tracking of waste collection and rewards, reducing fraud and improving efficiency. This initiative supports Curitiba’s long-standing commitment to sustainable urban management while engaging low-income communities.
Curitiba, PR
Brazil
Pekin, IL introduces new app to enhance resident communication
The town of Pekin, Illinois, is launching a new mobile app to improve communication between residents and the local government. The app allows residents to report issues, access city services, and receive real-time updates on local events and emergencies. This technology aims to streamline interactions, increase transparency, and make it easier for residents to engage with town officials, addressing common challenges like service requests and information access.
Pekin, IL
United States
Cathedral, CA to employ AI cameras to boost code enforcement efficiency
Cathedral City's city council recently approved the use of cameras which integrate AI with existing camera infrastructure to monitor and address code violations in real time. This technology aims to streamline processes, reduce manual inspections, and improve response times for issues like illegal parking or property violations. The initiative reflects the city’s commitment to leveraging emerging technologies to improve municipal operations while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Cathedral, CA
United States
Dublin City Council, IE Smart Cities Team builds on a publicly available digital twin
The Dublin City Council’s Smart Cities team is actively developing a local digital twin of the Docklands area. The project builds on a publicly available digital twin model, allowing users to interact with it, provide feedback on urban planning decisions, and report local issues. The model includes six layers: terrain, buildings, infrastructure, mobility, IoT devices, and a digital layer that feeds data to the virtual twin for simulations like flooding and crowd movement.
Dublin City Council, IE
Ireland
Cape Town, WC developing digital twin to optimize facilities management
The City of Cape Town is developing a digital twin to optimize facilities management, as reported by Engineering News. This virtual model will integrate real-time data to simulate and monitor city infrastructure, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency. The initiative aims to improve resource allocation, streamline maintenance, and support sustainable urban development.
City of Cape Town, WC
South Africa
San Jose, CA launches first data strategy to improve data collection, management and usage
San Jose has introduced its first citywide Data Strategy to improve decision-making and service delivery by leveraging data as a strategic asset. The strategy, developed with input from over 700 community members and city staff, focuses on using data to address key issues like homelessness, housing, and public safety. It includes plans for a centralized data platform, enhanced cybersecurity, and ethical AI use to ensure transparency and equity in data-driven decisions.
San Jose, CA
United States
Opelika, AL implements ethical AI to improve security at public places
The City of Opelika has been implementing AI software to enhance security at public places, focusing on resident safety and reducing liability. This software, trained using cloud-based models from Cogniac, enables cameras to detect specific behaviors or events, such as unauthorized pool access after hours or vandalism, and alerts city personnel for review. The AI system is designed to avoid creating a surveillance state while improving monitoring efficiency and protecting public spaces.
Opelika, AL
United States