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• [New] Just as smart cities promised efficiency in the 2010s, omni cities will deliver the resilience needed to face the looming threats of the next decade. Govtech
• [New] Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, with a projected CAGR of 9%, fueled by rapid urbanization and government-led smart city projects in China and India. Web3Wire
• [New] Developing regions like Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East are seeing strong momentum from initiatives such as China's Belt and Road Initiative, India's Smart Cities Mission, and Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Yahoo Finance
• [New] By 2025, AI is expected to power over 30% of smart city applications, particularly in areas like urban mobility. Aeologic Blog
• SmartLA 2028 is Los Angeles' comprehensive strategy to become a fully digital and connected city, leveraging technology to efficiently and ethically improve quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors by the 2028 Olympics. Axis Intelligence
• 2026 will be shaped by converging regulatory frameworks, technological standardization efforts, and major industry events that establish governance models for data privacy, interoperability, and citizen participation in smart city development. Quick Market Pitch
• As 2025 approaches, we will see a blend of advanced materials and smart tech that makes scooters not just practical, but also integrated with smart city infrastructures. How the Best Fold Away Scooter Adapts to 2025 Technolog
• The next decade will see stronger adoption of AI, IoT, cloud computing, and smart city programs. Blog - InvestinAsia
• Future smart cities will switch their focus from the optimization of individual systems to the creation of effective network systems. KPMG
• By 2045, mass adoption of unmanned vehicles and the development of smart city infrastructure are expected. RSW
• Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest growth over the next decade due to rapid urbanization, expanding infrastructure, and government-backed smart city projects. EIN Presswire
• By 2025, industries like autonomous driving, smart cities, and disaster management will rely heavily on edge computing combined with GeoAI. Arizton Advisory & Intelligence
• The diverse applications of AI in autonomous manufacturing and smart city projects are expected to fuel growth, positioning Asia Pacific as a global AI chipset hub. Precedence Research
• FoxBrain is being positioned as the central intelligence engine that will drive and unify Foxconn's three major smart platforms: Smart Manufacturing, Smart EV, and Smart City. Klover.ai - Klover.ai
• 2027 is expected to mark a turning point, with the first smart city project likely to be launched once financial, technological, and human resources are sufficiently established. Vietnam Economic Times | VnEconomy
• With an estimated economic growth of 7.5% in 2024-25 and 9.5% in 2025-26, J & K can redesign its urban landscape through initiatives such as the Srinagar Smart City Mission and metro projects in Jammu and Srinagar. Brighter Kashmir
• Urbanization and Smart City Initiatives: By 2030, 68% of the global population will reside in urban areas, intensifying pressure on cities to adopt data-driven solutions. Ainvest
• Smart cities in Nigeria could offer tourists seamless connectivity through digital platforms, real-time traffic updates, and even personalized tours based on individual interests. Travel And Tour World
• Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are showing significant potential, driven by smart city initiatives and digital transformation efforts. ReAnIn
• Genesys works with ministries, smart cities, urban local bodies, and digital service providers to collaborate in scaling India's verified address infrastructure, bridging every location to opportunity and inclusion. The Times Of India
• The Dubai Vision 2040 is important because it places Dubai at the global forefront of livability, sustainability, and smart city innovation to counter anticipated future challenges. DarGlobal

Last updated: 08 September 2025