smart cities

Microsoft and Dubai-based Pacific Controls have formalized a cloud-first play for large-scale Internet of Things deployments by bringing Pacific Controls’ Galaxy 2021 platform onto Microsoft Azure — a move that packages device gateways, big‑data telemetry and managed services into a single...

Hundreds of students and families converged at the Brownsville Events Center for a transformative evening that reflects a growing national commitment to digital equity. The City of Brownsville, backed by its dynamic IT Department and a strategic partnership with Dell Technologies, rolled out the...

Edge computing has emerged as a transformative force in the digital landscape, enabling data processing closer to the source and reducing latency for real-time applications. As of 2025, several companies have distinguished themselves in this domain, offering innovative solutions that cater to...

Singapore has again taken center stage in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race with Microsoft’s announcement of its first Microsoft Research Asia (MSRA) lab in Southeast Asia—an ambitious initiative designed to fuse deep research, cross-sector innovation, and talent cultivation, all from...

A thriving, forward-looking metropolis is judged not only by its skyline or population growth but by its ability to harness its data for public good. For one major Canadian city, aspirations went far beyond business-as-usual. Motivated by the drive to maintain and enhance its global municipal...

San Jose’s experiment with artificial intelligence marks a new milestone in Silicon Valley’s ongoing quest to redefine how city governments serve their residents. Mayor Matt Mahan’s public embrace of AI, particularly large language models such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, is not a branding gimmick but a...

Shropshire is rapidly carving out a distinguished place for itself in the United Kingdom’s AI landscape, with Telford at the epicentre of a wave of innovation propelling businesses, education, and communities into the future. As AI-driven firms flock to the county, local government, educational...

San Francisco has long been recognized as a global nexus of technological innovation, but its new citywide rollout of artificial intelligence (AI) tools across government is raising the bar for what it means to be a twenty-first-century smart city. Under the leadership of Mayor Daniel Lurie, the...

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, San Jose, California, stands out as a pioneer in integrating AI into municipal governance. Under the leadership of Mayor Matt Mahan, the city is not only embracing AI tools like ChatGPT for administrative tasks but is also...

Esri, a global leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology, has announced a significant collaboration with Microsoft to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into its ArcGIS platform. This partnership aims to enhance the accessibility and functionality of...

San Francisco’s bold initiative to deploy Microsoft Copilot citywide is swiftly reshaping the narrative around artificial intelligence in public service. Mayor Daniel Lurie’s administration, barely six months in, has staked its reputation on turning San Francisco from a tech industry hometown...

The convergence of artificial intelligence and geospatial technology has long been anticipated, but seldom has it felt so accessible, tangible, and transformative as with the recent collaboration between Esri and Microsoft. With Esri, widely recognized as the global leader in geographic...

At the intersection of technology and public service, the City of San Francisco’s integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat represents a defining moment for urban innovation in the digital era. This bold move—enthusiastically championed by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and local civic leaders—not...

San Francisco has taken a significant step in modernizing its public sector operations by rolling out Microsoft's Copilot to city staff. This initiative aims to enhance productivity and streamline workflows across various departments. Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered assistant integrated into...

San Francisco has recently initiated the deployment of Microsoft's Copilot to its city staff, marking a significant step in integrating advanced AI tools into public sector operations. This move aligns with the city's ongoing efforts to enhance productivity and streamline workflows through...

The City of Brownsville, in collaboration with its Information Technology Department, has extended the application deadline for the "Smart City: Back to School Digital Skills Workshop and Laptop Giveaway." This initiative aims to equip students with essential digital tools and skills for the...

In a landmark move for both the geospatial and artificial intelligence communities, Esri’s partnership with Microsoft has ushered in a new era of advanced AI capabilities within the ArcGIS ecosystem. The integration of Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service into ArcGIS—Esri’s industry-leading geographic...

The rapidly evolving landscape of urban infrastructure is on the brink of a profound transformation, as smart buildings begin to embrace a new digital era that promises unprecedented levels of efficiency, sustainability, and user experience. This transition is being catalyzed by innovative...

Local governments are standing at a critical juncture as the accessibility and practicality of artificial intelligence (AI) continue to surge. On one hand, there is unmistakable optimism about the potential of AI to transform municipal operations, streamline workloads, optimize public resources...

The City of Brownsville, Texas, is taking significant strides to bridge the digital divide with its "Smart City: Back to School Digital Skills Workshop and Laptop Giveaway." This initiative aims to equip students with essential digital skills and provide them with the necessary tools to succeed...