35 communities join Neighborly accelerator for community broadband

Participants will be led through the full process of creating a broadband network, including an education curriculum, in collaboration with private sector partners and nonprofits.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 16, 2018

Verizon unveils inaugural cohort of 5G First Responder Lab

The lab will give startups and developers access to Verizon technology and a 5G network to work on app creation, case testing and marketing strategies. 

By Jason Plautz • Updated March 7, 2019

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Smart Cities Technology and Data

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

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US, Southeast Asian nations enter smart cities agreement

The partnership paves the way for U.S. companies to develop digital infrastructure in Southeast Asian cities.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 16, 2018

Lyft, GreatCall expand ride-hailing service for seniors

The service, now available nationwide, is designed to help older adults get to medical appointments, the grocery store and social activities. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 15, 2018

Tiny but mighty: How 3 small cities are using their Mayors Challenge winnings

Georgetown, TX; Huntington, WV and New Rochelle, NY had two main things in common: they're big on ideas and short on resources.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 15, 2018

San Diego outlines smart sensor installation plans in major IoT push

The city expects the massive deployment of sensors will offer loads of new data that could touch multiple city departments and support new apps.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 14, 2018

Are master systems integrators the missing link to mass-market smart buildings?

Today, systems integrators are an important part of the equation in installing automation or IT systems, but there is a huge opportunity to take services to the next level. 

By Casey Talon • Nov. 14, 2018

What you need to know about Amazon's HQs in NYC, Northern Virginia

Navigating the legal agreements of $5 billion in investments — and requests for helipads. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 14, 2018

Lime issues global recall on scooters that may break in half

The company has reportedly removed all Okai scooters from every city in which it operates. It is unclear exactly how many scooters were recalled.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 13, 2018

Amazon confirms NYC, Northern Virginia as HQ2 locations

The company also announced a new Operations Center of Excellence in Nashville, TN.

By Kristin Musulin , Chris Teale • Nov. 13, 2018

New case studies for today's smart cities

New wireless innovations are proving to be effective answers to smart city problems.

Nov. 13, 2018

An inside look at the impact of urban supply chain congestion

In a first-of-its-kind crossover, Smart Cities Dive and Supply Chain Dive collaborated to take a deeper look at how technologies are transforming gridlocks among trucking, rail, port and aviation operations.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 12, 2018

For drone deliveries, the sky's the limit

Medical and package deliveries are key, while some cities participating in a new program by the Federal Aviation Administration are looking to logistics and border control.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 12, 2018

In Los Angeles, traffic efficiency begins at the ports

For decades, unrelenting growth has forced transportation and city managers to work together on a blueprint for efficient and sustainable freight movement. Often, the solutions start at the ports.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 12, 2018

Managing traffic congestion around Atlanta's 'gateway to the world'

From satellites to sensors, Atlanta uses technology to ensure people and goods move efficiently — both in the air and on the ground.

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 12, 2018

New York City's next big congestion challenge hides in plain sight

Crowd-sourced logistics gives average drivers a new way to make extra cash and presents an already bursting city with a new traffic menace.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 12, 2018

Mobilitie honors Los Angeles with Connected City Award for 5G rollout

Mobilitie​ has put particular emphasis on making sure wireless networks serve all citizens and neighborhoods, rather than focusing on more affluent ones. 

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 12, 2018

Lime, Spin enter data-sharing agreement with Los Angeles

The gathered data could help the city plan future mobility programs and infrastructure improvements, as well as manage existing efforts.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 12, 2018

Mastercard adds 7 members to City Possible network

The new members join an inaugural cohort of 16 cities that were brought together to identify global challenges and build a framework for optimizing P3s.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated March 21, 2019

TransitScreen launches mobile app CityMotion

Those who live or work in a building that uses TransitScreen will be able to access transportation information straight from their phones.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 12, 2018

How using data helps cities build community, move past 'partisan disagreement'

Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh and Tulsa, OK Mayor G.T. Bynum said they have seen tangible results from using data analytics to make decisions.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 12, 2018

8 speakers from Smart City Expo World Congress 2018 to follow on Twitter

The world's largest smart city expo is here — and Smart Cities Dive will help you keep up with it.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 12, 2018

Bird asks riders to report misplaced and broken scooters

The new Community Mode feature, launching in the coming weeks, is expected to help Bird expedite scooter repairs and more efficiently maintain scooter fleets.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 9, 2018

Google is reportedly planning a huge NYC expansion

The company will reportedly purchase enough real estate to have room for 12,000 new employees in the city, in addition to the 8,000 already there.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 9, 2018

Mastercard expands touchless transit payment tech network

The company's tap-to-pay and mobile phone touchless technology is now in 150 global cities, including Mexico City, Milan and Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 8, 2018