Smart City & Utility Industry News

New Project (Pilot)EnergyThe California Independent System Operator (CAISO)Open Access Technology International (OATI)USA

California ISO Tests Energy-Focused AI Tool from OATI

Jul 26, 2025

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) is piloting a new generative AI platform developed by Open Access Technology International (OATI), marking the first known use of such technology by a U.S. power grid operator. The platform, OATI...

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Cyprus Launches €35M National Smart City Platform

Jul 26, 2025

Cyprus has officially launched the Smart Cyprus project, a nationwide initiative to deploy unified smart city infrastructure across its municipalities and communities. Backed by €35 million from the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility, the project...

Mergers and AcquisitionsEnergyAlteia SASGE Vernova

GE Vernova Acquires Alteia to Boost Grid Visual Intelligence

Jul 26, 2025

GE Vernova has announced its acquisition of French AI software firm Alteia SAS, aiming to enhance its GridOS Visual Intelligence platform. Alteia, known for its computer vision and machine learning technology, provides visual data analytics that...

New Project (Pilot)WaterNorthumbrian WaterThames WaterUK

Autonomous Sewer Robot Trial Launches in UK Live Network

Jul 26, 2025

Northumbrian Water has partnered with Spring Innovation and a consortium of organizations, including Environmental Monitoring Solutions, Minicam Group, Jet Aire, local councils, Thames Water, Southern Water, and the University of Sheffield, to...

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Perth Allocates $313m Budget for Growth, Smart City Tech, and Sustainability

Jul 26, 2025

The City of Perth has approved a AUD $313 million budget, aimed at supporting population growth, urban transformation, and long-term sustainability. Smart city and safety-related funding includes AUD $5.5 million dedicated to enhancing community...

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Ávila Deepens Smart City Rollout with MOVISAT’s EcoSAT IoT Platform

Jul 26, 2025

The Ávila City Council has officially selected MOVISAT to deliver its EcoSAT environmental management platform under the second lot of its “Ávila Smart City” initiative, part of the EDUSI strategy funded in part by EU Next Generation and...

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Nureal.ai Selected by Sourcewell to Deliver Scalable AI for Public Infrastructure

Jul 26, 2025

Nureal.ai, a provider of low-cost, pre-trained AI solutions, has been awarded a national contract by Sourcewell, a major cooperative purchasing organization serving public agencies across North America. The contract covers smart infrastructure...

New Project (Pilot)WaterSpain

Alcorcón Trials Smart Irrigation System to Reduce Water Use and Cut Costs

Jul 26, 2025

The city of Alcorcón has launched a pilot project to digitally manage irrigation across its green spaces, aiming to improve water efficiency and reduce maintenance costs. The initiative, currently being tested in the Ciudad de Mayarí park, uses a...

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Telefónica Tech Deploys Drones to Tackle Marine Waste in Palma

Jul 26, 2025

Telefónica Tech, in partnership with LEANpio, has launched a one-month pilot project to clean up marine waste in Palma’s port during the Copa del Rey sailing regatta. Commissioned by the Real Club Náutico de Palma, the initiative uses a 100%...

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Huntsville Delays Decision on AI Camera Proposal for Garbage Trucks

Jul 26, 2025

The Huntsville City Council has delayed a vote on a proposed contract with City Detect, a vendor specializing in AI-powered code enforcement solutions, to install automated camera systems on city garbage trucks. The $972,200 agreement, spanning...