The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities
A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Cities.
What to know about Smart Cities
Smart Cities are transforming urban living by integrating technology and data-driven solutions to improve transportation, safety, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This field encompasses a wide range of innovations such as IoT networks, intelligent lighting, data platforms, and AI-driven analytics that work together to make cities more efficient and responsive to the needs of their residents.
Exploring the stories tagged with 'Smart Cities' reveals the dynamic collaborations between technology firms, governments, and communities aiming to develop connected, secure, and sustainable urban environments. From advancements in transport technology and smart utilities to the deployment of digital twins and AI-enhanced public safety systems, readers can gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of modern urban development across various regions.
Whether interested in the technological infrastructure like 5G, IoT devices, or data centers, or the social implications such as citizen trust, privacy, and inclusion, the smart cities topic offers a comprehensive look at how innovation is reshaping our urban future. Delve into the collection to understand the trends, initiatives, and expertise driving smarter, more resilient cities worldwide.
Asian Smart Cities News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Iron Mountain backs Jurong Island as digital-energy hub
Singapore's limited land and rising AI power demand are pushing policymakers to rethink Jurong Island's role in digital infrastructure.
HTX & NCS deepen tech tie-up for Singapore Home Team
The deal expands joint work on robots, drones and AI tools for Singapore's security agencies, though financial terms were not disclosed.
Thought leadership in B2B tech: From expertise to influence
Poorly translated expertise is leaving many Southeast Asian B2B tech firms invisible to buyers and weakening shortlist chances.
FairPrice to roll out smart carts across Singapore stores
Shoppers at 48 FairPrice outlets will soon be able to scan and pay as they shop, after the supermarket group expands its smart cart rollout.
NCS partners AGIBOT to deploy humanoid robots in Asia
Pilot projects in social services and public safety will test whether humanoid robots can handle real-world tasks across Singapore and Asia Pacific.
Mastercard brings Apple Wallet transit payments to Korea
International visitors to South Korea can now tap iPhone and Apple Watch for subway, bus and taxi fares, avoiding cash and local cards.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Smart CitiesFeatured News
Expert Columns
Thought leadership in B2B tech: From expertise to influence
Why diverse voices are essential in the Edge AI revolution
The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait
Face recognition for women in half niqabs: Common challenges and practical fixes
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
From AI pilots to productions: Why 2026 will be the year APAC organisations go all-in on real-time
Asia's video security enters a new era of hybrid intelligence
How APAC is rewriting the emerging technology adoption playbook
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Smart Cities News
Mastercard & KTC test Thailand's first AI ride booking
AI-led payments are moving into Thailand’s checkout process, with a controlled pilot showing how a ride can be booked and paid for automatically.
North Star Asia to showcase 300 startups in Singapore
Investors overseeing USD $350 billion in assets will join more than 300 startups in Singapore as AI shifts towards industrial uses.
GITEX AI Asia returns to Singapore amid investment surge
GITEX AI Asia returns to Singapore, drawing 550+ tech firms and 250 investors managing over USD $350 billion amid an AI investment boom.
Suprema & Hyundai teams plan robot-ready smart homes
Suprema and Hyundai are teaming up to design AI-secured robot-ready housing, blending architecture, security and autonomous services.
Indosat trials AI-powered 5G call linking Jakarta, Europe
Indosat partners with Nokia and Nvidia to make Southeast Asia's first AI-powered 5G call, linking Barcelona and Jakarta in real time.
NCS, A2Z partner to advance autonomous mobility in Singapore
NCS and Autonomous A2Z will co-develop autonomous mobility systems in Singapore, targeting safe, compliant and scalable AV deployments.
Indosat launches AI suite for Indonesia supply chains
Indosat unveils 27 AI-driven tools to digitise Indonesia's supply chains, targeting fleet tracking, cold chain control and smart facilities.
Google Cloud opens Bangkok region in USD $1 billion push
Google Cloud opens its first Bangkok region in a USD $1 billion Thailand push, promising AI growth, data residency and thousands of jobs.
Suprema unveils dual BioStar platforms, new biometrics
Suprema debuts twin BioStar access platforms and flagship AI facial terminal at Intersec 2026, targeting high-security, high-traffic sites.
ADLINK wins seven Taiwan awards for AI edge systems
ADLINK has scooped seven 2026 Taiwan Excellence Awards, underscoring its push into AI edge platforms for factories, transport and hospitals.
A-FLOW opens ML1 data centre to power PH digital boom
A-FLOW has launched its ML1 data centre in Laguna, the first phase of a planned 36MW campus to support the Philippines' digital surge.
HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings
HID has launched Amico facial recognition readers for smart buildings in Southeast Asia, enhancing secure, contactless access with digital identity integration.
Asia's video security enters a new era of hybrid intelligence
Asia's video security is shifting to hybrid intelligence, blending cloud innovation with existing systems for flexible, scalable monitoring solutions.
GSMA announces 17 new partners for transformative MWC26 Shanghai
GSMA has secured 17 new partners for MWC26 Shanghai, highlighting China's pivotal role in global mobile innovation with firms like Huawei and Qualcomm.
CelcomDigi pilots AI traffic platform to ease jams in Petaling Jaya
CelcomDigi partners with Malaysian authorities to pilot AI-driven traffic platform in Petaling Jaya, easing congestion and boosting smart city goals.
Tapway partners with Thai firms to boost Vision AI reach in Thailand
Tapway partners with three Thai firms to expand its Vision AI platform SamurAI, aiming to install 500 licences and boost AI use in Thailand within a year.
RushOwl secures USD $10 million to expand ride-sharing in Asia
RushOwl has raised USD $10 million to expand its AI-driven ride-sharing platform across Asia, targeting markets including the Philippines, South Korea and Malaysia.
JLL launches technology advisory for smart buildings in Thailand
JLL has launched Technology Advisory services in Thailand, helping clients adopt smart building tech to enhance real estate asset performance across Southeast Asia.
Vantiq & Argosy enter strategic partnership to boost AI in Southeast Asia
Vantiq and Argosy Partners have teamed up to speed up real-time AI deployment in Southeast Asia, focusing on healthcare, public safety and smart cities in the Philippines.
Japanese study finds IoT networks face fairness & throughput trade-offs
Japanese researchers reveal IoT networks face a trade-off between fairness and throughput in grant-free communication, impacting future 5G and 6G designs.