Net neutrality vs. internet freedom: A case for the status quo

At its heart, net neutrality is a system in which companies are not allowed to disrupt the "freewheeling" internet market, including content, applications and services.

By Alex Hickey • Dec. 13, 2017

San Francisco tightens regulations on delivery robots

A new ordinance will make it difficult for businesses to test delivery robots in real-life situations.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 12, 2017

Explore the Trendline➔

Smart Cities Technology and Data

Cities are increasingly looking to technology and data to address real-world issues from traffic safety to law enforcement.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Driving smart city innovation with an active network

By 2050, estimates show that cities may add more than 2.5 billion new residents. Smart Cities built on Active Networks will help turn intense growing pains into innovation opportunities.

Dec. 12, 2017

Australia launches database for evaluating its largest cities

The system displays gathered information about 21 cities based on key productivity metrics.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 11, 2017

Moscow completes first phase of its sweeping redevelopment campaign

The city government says the high-tech renovations are part of the "world's largest urban redevelopment project" and points to benefits for citizens.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 5, 2017

Avis is testing an entire fleet of connected cars

All 5,000 cars at the Kansas City, MO test lab will share live data to improve renters' experiences.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 5, 2017

50/50: Global internet connection still has half of planet to reach

Companies are expected to invest about $6 trillion in IoT solutions by 2020, but unless network and security infrastructure are upgraded, IoT may be in trouble.

By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 4, 2017

Hartford, CT police will soon use drones to chase criminals

The drones and new cameras are part of an expanded crime solving and mitigation program.

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 4, 2017

Infrastructure Advancement of the Year: LinkNYC

CityBridge is actively expanding an advanced, scalable and aesthetically appealing Wi-Fi kiosk network across the nation's largest city.

By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 4, 2017

Civic Engagement Program of the Year: Gilbert, AZ Office of Digital Government

Since 2012, Gilbert's Office of Digital Government has become an information hub for residents — and a resource for other local governments looking to go digital.

By Cody Boteler • Dec. 4, 2017

The Smart Cities Dive Awards for 2017

The 2017 awards recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These cities, companies and trends are transforming urban landscapes and shaping the future.

By Kristin Musulin , Cody Boteler • Dec. 4, 2017

Verizon to roll out 5G broadband service across select cities in 2018

Verizon estimates the opportunity for its upgraded services will affect approximately 30 million households nationwide.

By Kristin Musulin • Dec. 1, 2017

Robots at the ready: Up to 375M workers in peril by 2030

Fear losing jobs to automation? The answer is setting workers up for career change before displacement occurs. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 1, 2017

IOTA launches secure data marketplace for IoT industry

The open-source blockchain company will create the secure marketplace for companies like Microsoft, Cisco and Samsung to share and profit from IoT data. 

By Alex Hickey • Nov. 29, 2017

Why a shared digital infrastructure is crucial for smart cities

As the world urbanizes and cities serve an increasing number of people, the importance of well-designed and robust infrastructure rises as well. 

By Hanan Markovich • Nov. 29, 2017

How to improve community mobility in a smart city through public-private partnerships

Derek Fretheim, director of business development at urban mobility company moovel Group, discusses how public-private partnerships can help cities develop their smart city and mobility initiatives.

Nov. 28, 2017

Government of Canada launches Smart Cities Challenge

The pan-Canadian competition encouraging communities of all sizes to develop smart city concepts that will improve citizens' quality of life "through innovation, data and connected technology."

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 28, 2017

The decentralized economy is inevitable. Cities now need to prepare for impact

Blockchain will not only impact trade, but will also radically impact governments and the communities they serve, according to smart city leaders.

By Sarah Wray • Nov. 28, 2017

Sewage-sniffing robots may be the solution to city opioid crises

Some cities are using robots and analytics to fight the opioid crisis at the street level — and below it.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 27, 2017

Amid tech enthusiasm, we may miss an opportunity to humanize smart cities

Watching the enthusiasm around Bill Gates’ smart city plans, I couldn’t help but wonder: Is the way we’re talking about smart cities somehow putting our efforts at risk?

By Susanne Seitinger • Nov. 27, 2017

Construction execs: Technology can help close performance gap

U.S. executives indicate that integrated project management systems, followed by BIM, will deliver the greatest return on investment.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 27, 2017

Miami Mayor: City faces a ‘new generation’ of civic leadership

The newly-elected mayor proposed "smart, innovative and creative" solutions — including new system of government — to address city challenges.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 22, 2017

Uber paid hackers to cover up a data breach exposing more than 57M users

The company's new CEO recently found out about the 2016 incident and initiated an investigation, notified affected drivers and communicated the incident with the appropriate regulatory bodies.

By Naomi Eide • Nov. 22, 2017

Oregon governor launches new cybersecurity initiative

Cyber Oregon increases awareness about cybersecurity while boosting collaborative efforts to protect data.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 22, 2017

Columbus, OH alters plans for Smart City Challenge grant money

The city won $40 million from the 2016 challenge to be put toward a number of projects — four of which have now been removed. 

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 21, 2017