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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Launches Scalable Smart Territory Pilot

Jun 18, 2025

The Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region has launched DataBFC – Territoires Intelligents et Durables, a three-year pilot program advancing smart public services and environmental sustainability through digital innovation. Backed by €2.3 million in...

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Morbihan Region in France to Test Remote Water Meter Reading in 10 Municipalities

Jun 16, 2025

Ten municipalities in the Morbihan region will trial remote water meter reading by December 2026. Around 18,500 meters will be equipped with devices that transmit daily consumption data via a secure radio network. The project, led by Golfe du...

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AI Surveillance System Deployed at Indianapolis 500 and Memorial Day Parade

Jun 16, 2025

Skylark Labs implemented its Scout AI Tower to enhance security during the Indianapolis 500 and Indiana Memorial Day Parade. The system used high-resolution cameras and edge computing to monitor crowds, detect anomalies, and identify potential...

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Drone Pilot Launched to Improve Energy Efficiency in Detroit Buildings

Jun 11, 2025

A new drone inspection pilot program has been launched in Detroit to assess municipal buildings for energy efficiency improvements. The initiative, led by Lamarr.AI in collaboration with Michigan Central and Newlab, is supported by Michigan’s...

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Belval Selected for €3 Million Smart City Initiative in Luxembourg

Jun 5, 2025

The Belval campus near Esch-sur-Alzette will host a €3 million smart city pilot project, funded partly by the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility. The three-year initiative will test AI, 5G, and IoT technologies to improve urban infrastructure. A...

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Pamplona Tests AI-Powered Surveillance for Crowd Control and Emergency Alerts

Jun 5, 2025

Pamplona is trialing an AI-based surveillance system using municipal cameras to monitor crowd density and detect emergencies in public spaces. The solution developed by Copysan IA is part of the Smart Iruña Lab initiative, supported by the city...

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Smart Waste Management Pilot Launched at Colombo Shopping Center, Portugal

Jun 5, 2025

Sociedade Ponto Verde (SPV), Veolia Portugal, and Colombo Shopping Center have introduced a pilot project called ‘Reciclar o Food Court’, combining technology and intelligent waste management. The initiative is part of SPV’s open innovation...

New Project (Pilot)Mobility and TrafficNoTrafficUSA

Pearland Implements AI Traffic System to Improve Safety and Efficiency

May 28, 2025

Pearland, Texas, has deployed NoTraffic’s AI-powered mobility platform at 12 key intersections to enhance traffic flow and road safety. The city plans to expand the system to 15 more locations to address growing congestion. As one of the...

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Hannover Region Begins Autonomous Bus Pilot in Mixed Traffic

May 26, 2025

The Hannover Region has launched a pilot project testing an autonomous electric bus in Burgdorf. The Karsan Autonomous e-Atak, an 8-meter vehicle equipped with Adastec’s Level-4 automation technology, will operate on a 7-kilometer route in mixed...

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Albuquerque to Test Noise Cameras in New Pilot Program

May 15, 2025

Speed cameras are already in place across the metro, but Albuquerque’s efforts to implement a noise-monitoring system for loud vehicles have faced delays for years. Now, the city plans to restart the initiative with a new company. The issue of...