The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities
A curated Irish 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.
Irish Smart Cities News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Microsoft Dream Space reaches 550,000 students in Ireland
The milestone comes as Irish schools widen STEM and AI learning, with 1,000 pupils showcasing projects on rural safety, inclusion and sustainability.
Esri Ireland conference spotlights geospatial future
The Dublin event drew 450 delegates as Ireland's infrastructure planners turned to location data for housing, transport and utilities decisions.
Esri Ireland to host Dublin GIS infrastructure conference
Up to 500 attendees will hear how geospatial data is being used to plan upgrades to Ireland’s energy, transport, broadband and water networks.
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MSI unveils Nvidia-based AI push across cloud to edge
The move broadens MSI's AI ambitions into enterprise infrastructure, with liquid-cooled systems aimed at easing power and heat constraints.
Nvidia expands Drive Hyperion with global robotaxi deals
New robotaxi projects in Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Europe and Saudi Arabia could help Nvidia turn Drive Hyperion into a standard platform for fleets.
Octave begins trading on Nasdaq after Hexagon spin-off
Shares in the software group now trade in New York and Stockholm, giving Hexagon investors access to the newly independent business on both markets.
SenSen & Turnstone partner on curb data for cities
Cities could gain clearer insight into parking demand and enforcement as SenSen and Turnstone join forces on real-time curb data across North America.
Dreame names Cristiano Ronaldo as global ambassador
The tie-up aims to lift the Chinese appliance maker's overseas profile as it broadens into more home products and competes in premium smart tech.
REPS raises USD $23.6 million to turn roads into power
A live Port of Hamburg pilot has drawn investor backing as REPS says its system can harvest energy from braking trucks and heavy traffic.
Bir signs deal to digitise Baku's Old City services
Visitors to Baku's UNESCO-listed Old City may soon use one app for navigation, tickets and payments under a new digital services pact.
Ingenico & Arrive strike global urban payments deal
Drivers and passengers could see faster card and wallet payments at kiosks in more than 30 countries as the firms begin pilot programmes in 2026.
bitsensing launches AIR4D radar for autonomous vehicles
Access to raw radar data could help self-driving fleets train software and move beyond tightly controlled pilot zones.
Irish visit spotlights Transit9 rollout at Canberra Metro
Irish-backed software is now helping Canberra’s light rail operator streamline permits and contractor management as safety tools are added.
Brivo opens London office to boost UK security push
Demand for modern access control is rising as ageing security systems in Britain push Brivo to expand local support and AI-led services.
Coalition launches standards for greener AI data centres
Rising electricity and water demands from AI facilities are driving a push for common sustainability standards and green finance criteria.
Veolia launches global data centre resource service
Rising scrutiny over water and power use is pushing operators towards integrated services as data centre expansion accelerates worldwide.
Autodesk launches Forma Building Design for Revit links
Architects can now carry schematic building models into Revit without rebuilding them, cutting rework as projects move from concept to detail.
Signify unveils 2030 sustainability push & Interact range
The new targets could lift customer energy savings to 60 TWh by 2030, as the group expands into lighting software and circular services.
Axis unveils unified security range across cameras, readers
Customers will gain more options for integrated site security as new cameras, readers and thermal devices arrive from June and the second quarter.
NIE Networks speeds map requests to cut cable strikes
Contractors in Northern Ireland can now get electricity maps within an hour, reducing the risk of strikes and power cuts.