Smart City & Utility Industry News

New Project (Full-Scale)Mobility and TrafficEnvironmental MonitoringUTE CARSA-CBTInnovasurSpain

Andalusia Funds Smart Mobility Project in Gran Vega Region

Apr 15, 2025

The Gran Vega region in Seville has secured €788,067 in funding from Andalusia’s CITI program to develop smart city initiatives. The project, led by the Lora del Río municipality, will benefit nearly 120,000 residents across 12 towns. The plan...

FundingSmart CityOtherConductorAILux Capital

ConductorAI Secures $15 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance Government Operations

Apr 15, 2025

ConductorAI, a software company specializing in AI-driven approval processes, has raised $15 million in a Series A funding round led by Lux Capital. Other investors included Altman Capital, Haystack Ventures, Sunflower Capital, Humba Ventures, Also...

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Pasadena Installs New Air Quality Sensor to Enhance Monitoring

Apr 14, 2025

Pasadena has installed a professional-grade air quality sensor at the Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) as part of an effort to improve environmental monitoring. The initiative, led by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech),...

Upcoming projectEnvironmental MonitoringStreet LightingItaly

Bassa Reggiana Union Secures €500,000 for Smart City Projects

Apr 14, 2025

The Bassa Reggiana Union in Italy has been awarded €500,000 in funding through a regional grant for “advanced” municipal unions, aimed at supporting smart city initiatives. The funds will be used to implement innovative technologies...

Upcoming projectWaterThe Birmingham Water Works (BWW)USA

Birmingham Water Works To Advance Automated Meter System Implementation

Apr 14, 2025

The Birmingham Water Works (BWW) is progressing with its transition to an automated meter-reading system, with the first phase nearing completion and the second phase expected to begin by year-end. The project, guided by consulting firm E Source...

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Grand Paris Unveils AI Strategy to Support Local Municipalities

Apr 9, 2025

The Greater Paris Metropolitan Area has announced a new AI strategy to accelerate adoption across its 130 municipalities. The initiative, called ApproprIAtion Métropolitaine, aims to enhance public services through artificial intelligence. The...

New Project (Full-Scale)Mobility and TrafficDubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)UAE

Dubai’s RTA Introduces LiDAR and Digital Twin Tech for Road Maintenance

Apr 9, 2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to improve road asset management and enhance digital twin platforms. The system aims to optimize maintenance strategies by providing...

Upcoming projectEnvironmental MonitoringSouth Korea

S. Korean Plans to Implement AI and IoT for Flood Risk Detection Ahead of Summer Season

Apr 9, 2025

The government has announced plans to establish a flood risk detection system using CCTV, artificial intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in preparation for the upcoming typhoon and heavy rain season. The Ministry of the...

FundingEnergyCorinexEnergy Growth Momentum

Corinex Secures $30 Million to Expand Grid Flexibility Solutions

Apr 9, 2025

Corinex, a provider of broadband over power lines (BPL)-based grid solutions, has raised $30 million in a funding round led by Energy Growth Momentum, with participation from Suma Capital and Adara Ventures. The investment should support the...

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Spain’s Hidroconta Supplies Over 100,000 Smart Water Devices in Recovery Plan

Apr 9, 2025

Spanish water meter company Hidroconta has delivered more than 100,000 smart water devices under the first phase of Spain’s PERTE economic recovery program. The initiative, launched in 2021, aims to modernize water infrastructure with digital...