Cities Today

01/02/2025

New London skyscraper's dedicated 4G coverage system looks to address the challenge of providing reliable mobile connectivity in energy-efficient buildings.

👉 https://cities-today.com/pay-as-you-occupy-model-brings-4g-to-london-skyscraper/

An innovative commercial model has helped deliver extensive 4G coverage from all four mobile operators to one of London’s newest skyscrapers.

31/01/2025

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Gov to help US government agencies improve efficiency, assist with administrative tasks, and manage AI capabilities within their existing infrastructure.

👉 https://cities-today.com/chatgpt-gov-launched-for-us-government-agencies/

OpenAI

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Gov, a version of ChatGPT designed for US government agencies.

31/01/2025

New York’s latest Transit Tech Lab challenge aims to find innovative solutions to boost ridership and improve maintenance.

👉 https://cities-today.com/new-york-transit-tech-lab-unveils-latest-competition/

Partnership for New York City

The seventh annual edition of New York’s Transit Tech Lab has been announced, with entries invited for solutions that address a range of issues.

31/01/2025

The UK’s West Midlands Combined Authority plans to expand its EV charging network.

“Delivering more ultra-fast charging stations is essential if we are to get more electric vehicles on our roads.” - Mayor Richard Parker 👉 https://cities-today.com/west-midlands-expands-ev-charging-network/

West Midlands Combined Authority

The UK's West Midlands Combined Authority is boosting its electric vehicle charging network at three sites in the north, east and south of the region.

31/01/2025

Aviation technology provider SITA teams up with Palo Alto Networks to boost for .

“This cloud-delivered solution enables real-time protection across all airport sites and remote workers.”

👉 https://cities-today.com/new-technology-partnership-to-enhance-airport-cybersecurity/

Palo Alto Networks

SITA, a technology provider for the air transport industry, has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to boost cybersecurity for airports.

31/01/2025

“Most of our partners lacked the necessary IT support teams to assist with these problems, which sparked the idea of creating a resource that would offer free services to help residents repair their devices.”

- Keonda Buford, City of Detroit Government 👉 https://cities-today.com/detroit-to-open-eight-tech-bars/

Detroit will offer residents free computer support and repairs in their neighbourhood with the roll out of eight proposed ‘Motor City Tech Bars’.

31/01/2025

Unlock success in urban innovation with Bob Bennett's best-selling book "Changing the World, One City at a Time"!

Practical insights and strategies from Kansas City’s former CIO that help city leaders get things done.

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31/01/2025

Dott brings back to Nottingham streets for the first time in nearly 18 months.

👉 https://cities-today.com/e-scooters-set-to-return-to-nottingham-streets/

E-scooters will return to the streets of Nottingham for the first time in nearly 18 months, with Dott set to launch around 1,300 e-scooters this spring.

31/01/2025

Learn how to develop solutions to address the critical, urgent challenges we face to make the urban environment more liveable, just and sustainable for the future.

Discover Oxford's part-time MSc in Sustainable Urban Development 👉 https://www.conted.ox.ac.uk/about/msc-in-sustainable-urban-development?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=2409-pg-msud-cities-today

Oxford University Department for Continuing Education

31/01/2025

Don't forget to register for Aviation Festival Asia, the region’s most important aviation technology conference and exhibition!

📅 18-19 February 2025
📍 Singapore

👉 https://cities-today.com/event/aviation-festival-asia/

Aviation Festival Asia

Business models. Technology. Sustainability. Innovation. For Asia’s aviation industry. Aviation Festival Asia is the region’s most important aviation technology conference and exhibition. The event is for the leaders of the world’s airlines, airports, and their most senior

31/01/2025

Bangkok has introduced free public transport for one week to combat air pollution.

👉 https://cities-today.com/bangkok-offers-free-public-transport-amid-pollution-crisis/

Bangkok has announced free public transport for a week in a bid to reduce soaring levels of air pollution.

30/01/2025

How inclusive planning can make cities feel like home—familiar, secure, and inclusive.

“The design phase plays an important role to make cities safer, but also to continually keep them tidy and attractive.”

👉 https://cities-today.com/industry/calling-a-city-home/

by Paradox Engineering

Debate around the social sustainability of urban communities is heating up. Cities are...

30/01/2025

📅 Save the date: Aviation Festival Americas is set to return to Miami on 14-15 May.

Register now and join the premier platform for airlines, airports, and aviation technology companies to network, collaborate, and explore the future of aviation.

👉 https://cities-today.com/event/aviation-festival-americas-2025/

Aviation Festival Americas

  Aviation Festival Americas 2025 is set to return to Miami on May 14th & 15th, bringing together the brightest minds and leading innovators in the aviation industry. This two-day event is the premier platform for airlines, airports, and aviation technology companies to network,

30/01/2025

Wireless Broadband Association calls for 6G to target “applications for impact” including smart cities, which benefit most from reliable, low-latency, and seamless connectivity.

👉 https://cities-today.com/6g-must-prioritise-cities-to-drive-connectivity-says-global-body/

Wireless Broadband Alliance

6G should concentrate on practical verticals like smart cities, healthcare, and industrial automation, says a new report from the Wireless Broadband Association (WBA).

30/01/2025

Detroit plans to offer residents free computer support and repairs in their neighbourhood with the roll-out of eight ‘Motor City Tech Bars’.

👉 https://cities-today.com/detroit-to-open-eight-tech-bars/

City of Detroit Government

Detroit will offer residents free computer support and repairs in their neighbourhood with the roll out of eight proposed ‘Motor City Tech Bars’.

30/01/2025

“Mobile signal is essential for modern life now, whether it’s for dealmaking in the office or keeping in touch with loved ones, so it’s a must in high-quality buildings such as 8 Bishopsgate to give the best experience.”

- Brendan Hourihane, Freshwave 👉 https://cities-today.com/pay-as-you-occupy-model-brings-4g-to-london-skyscraper/

An innovative commercial model has helped deliver extensive 4G coverage from all four mobile operators to one of London’s newest skyscrapers.

30/01/2025

To remain sustainable, liveable and competitive, cities need well-trained urban managers in policy development and good governance.

Learn more about the IHS 12-month MSc in Urban Management and Development here 👉 https://cities-today.com/event/ihs-1-year-msc-in-urban-management-and-development/

IHS Institute for Housing & Urban Development Studies, Erasmus University

Between now and 2030, urban areas are expected to triple in surface, and by 2050, 68% of the population will reside in cities. To remain sustainable, liveable and competitive, cities need well-trained urban managers in policy development and good governance. The 12-month MSc in Urban Management and