Dive Brief: - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is offering up to $3 million in grants for local governments to deploy automated permitting and building code systems. - Cities can receive a maximum of $1.5 million in funding, with a minimum of $300,000. The deadline to apply is July 13. - HUD will collaborate with state and local governments “to test new automated permitting tools that may increase the speed and lower the cost of permitting, with broader aims of promoting housing affordability.” Dive Insight: Housing supply is the number one issue for local governments, municipal leaders say. As cities look to address the housing affordability crisis, more are overhauling their permitting processes with AI systems to improve efficiency and streamline more development. President Donald Trump issued an executive order in March with mandates to reduce regulatory barriers to affordable housing construction, including slow permitting processes. HUD last month also published a list of “regulatory best practices” for localities that included incorporating AI into construction permitting processes. HUD said it will work closely with grant recipients to evaluate the impact of the AI permitting and building code tools to inform broader adoption. “While these systems are increasingly marketed to state and local governments, there is limited publicly available documentation of implementation experiences, staffing implications, and governance considerations,” HUD said. The HUD funding would cover the initial three-year period of software licensing, as well as costs associated with salaries and expenses for staff to manage adoption and operation of the automated system, according to HUD. Participating jurisdictions could deploy systems that assist with application intake, completeness checks, automated code screening and digital workflow management, the agency said, citing platforms such as PermitFlow, Blitz Permits, CivCheck and Permitify as examples.
Jun 11, 2026 · via smartcitiesdive.com
Nemetschek Arabia showcases ‘Connected Construction’ vision at Project Qatar 2026 Visitors at the event will experience how the group’s mission empowers architects, engineers, builders, and facility managers to design, build, and operate more efficiently, sustainably, and collaboratively. Doha, Qatar – 11 June 2026 – Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, is participating in Project Qatar 2026 as the event’s AEC/O Technology Sponsor, reaffirming its commitment to driving digital transformation and sustainable development across Qatar’s rapidly evolving built environment sector. Taking place from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), Project Qatar 2026 brings together global construction leaders, innovators, and policymakers under the theme “Innovation & Sustainability: Qatar’s Path to 2030”. As part of its participation, Nemetschek Arabia is showcasing its ‘Connected Construction’ vision at Booth B03 in Hall 3 alongside its partner Medialogic, demonstrating how integrated digital workflows, data-driven collaboration, and intelligent technologies are reshaping the future of the construction industry. Through its portfolio of globally recognized brands and technologies, Nemetschek Arabia is highlighting how digital solutions across the entire building lifecycle can help organizations improve efficiency, collaboration, sustainability, and project delivery outcomes. From Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital twins to AI-powered workflows and smart asset management, the company’s solutions are empowering developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and operators to build smarter and more sustainably. Qatar’s construction sector continues to witness strong momentum as the country advances major infrastructure and development initiatives aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030. According to Research And Markets, the country’s construction industry is expected to surpass $106.3 billion by 2030, supported by investments in renewable energy, hospitality, transportation, healthcare, and education projects. Meanwhile, Qatar’s 2026 national budget allocated approximately $17.3 billion towards
Jun 11, 2026 · via nemetschek.com
The 17th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum and Exhibition opened on Wednesday in the Macao Special Administrative Region, aiming at showcasing the SAR’s role and platform function as a “precision connector” between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries. Two flagship infrastructure construction index reports published at the event signaled a steady recovery of the international infrastructure market and a clear long-term upward trend with indexes having continued to rise for six consecutive years. This year’s forum, which kicked off on Wednesday and runs until Friday, is themed “Boosting Green Digital Infrastructure Connectivity”, and brings together a total of over 3,500 participants, including nearly 60 ministerial‑level guests from over 70 countries and regions. Addressing the event’s opening ceremony on Thursday, Tam Vai-man, the SAR’s secretary for transport and public works, said the forum, with over a decade of experience, has become a premier global event in infrastructure cooperation, facilitating the city in diversifying its economy and leveraging its unique role as a “precise connector” for China-Portuguese-speaking countries cooperation. He said that this year’s forum, which is focused on green and digital technologies, aligns with Macao’s “1+4” diversification strategy and its third five-year plan, which is being drafted to align with the national 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30). “Looking ahead, we hope to deepen cooperation among all parties in the field of international infrastructure construction featuring green development and digital transformation, consolidating the foundation for mutually beneficial and shared development, and demonstrating the Macao SAR's important role as an international exchange platform in the country's high-level opening up and the Belt and Road Initiative," Tam said. ALSO READ: Macao launches Environment Day program Yuan Xiaoming, assistant minister of commerce of China, said in a video remark that China is a builder of global connectivity, defender of industrial and supply chain stability, and
Jun 11, 2026 · via chinadailyasia.com
Thai industrial estate developer Amata Group and Vietnam’s FPT Corporation have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance smart infrastructure and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards across industrial developments, strengthening their ability to attract high-quality international investment. The agreement was signed in Hanoi on June 8 during the official visit to Vietnam by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Under the partnership, the two companies will collaborate on five key areas: the development of smart industrial parks using Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) technologies; the establishment of digital centers for data analytics, cloud computing and cybersecurity; the adoption of artificial intelligence, automation and robotics in manufacturing; environmental monitoring and carbon reduction initiatives aligned with ESG standards; and workforce development for the Industry 4.0 era. The partnership reflects the deepening nature of Thai investment in Vietnam, where Thailand has become one of the country's largest foreign investors. Amata is among the longest-standing Thai investors in Vietnam and plays a significant role in bilateral economic cooperation. Amata currently operates 13 industrial city projects across Thailand, Vietnam and Laos, covering more than 150 square kilometers and hosting over 1,600 factories and commercial facilities that employ approximately 350,000 workers. For FPT, the agreement aligns with its international growth strategy and expanding focus on digital transformation solutions for traditional industries. The technology group operates in more than 30 countries.
Jun 11, 2026 · via en.vneconomy.vn
Every two years, we ask Congressional candidates to answer a series of questions to determine if they truly support the livable streets movement or merely pay lip service to it. Today, we hear from the two main candidates in the June 23 Democratic primary for the 10th Congressional District, which covers downtown Manhattan and a swath of Brownstone Brooklyn. Rep. Dan Goldman, the incumbent and former federal prosecutor, is being challenged by Brad Lander, the former city comptroller and Council Member. These answers have been edited for space. If you want to read each candidate’s promotional material, click on the links above. These questionnaires are about the future, not the past. 1. What can you do — as a lone member of Congress — to make the federal government more responsive to the needs of cities? Dan Goldman: Congress is structurally tilted towards the interests of suburban and rural communities, not urban ones. Most members don’t ride the subway, don’t rent, and don’t rely on public housing, so those priorities consistently lose out. The answer is to build a durable coalition of members who represent urban districts with the leverage to secure attention and investment in the things our cities need like public transit, housing, and coastal resilience. We must also make the economic case for those investments to appeal to members who do not live in urban areas. As Reps. Nadler and Velázquez retire, I hope to honor their legacies by continuing the fight for NYCHA, transit investment, and city infrastructure funding. Brad Lander: As I’ve shown in efforts from the Prospect Park West bike lane, to congestion pricing, to the 2025 mayoral primary, I view politics as a team sport. In Congress, I will be a dedicated, strategic, effective team player to make the federal government more responsive
Jun 11, 2026 · via nyc.streetsblog.org
The initiative equips local elderly residents with essential digital literacy and cybersecurity tactics to prevent online scams. Khon Kaen University (KKU) organised the “Cyber Security for Smart Elderly: Using Technology Safely and Remaining Scam-Free” workshop on Wednesday, 10 June 2026. Hosted by the Legal and Communications Division under the university’s Good Relations Project for Surrounding Communities, the initiative focused on building digital immunity, securing mobile applications, and raising awareness of online fraud tactics among local senior citizens. The event attracted more than 50 participants, including university staff, students, and local residents, at the Pho Banlang Community Centre in Nai Mueang Sub-district, Mueang Khon Kaen District, Khon Kaen Province. Mrs. Natsamol Tanakulrungsarit, Vice President for Legal and Communications, stated that the workshop aligns with Khon Kaen University’s “Beyond Good Governance” administrative policy, which focuses on social leadership, strengthening local communities, and fostering positive relationships between the university and its neighbours. Furthermore, a community survey conducted by the university revealed a shared concern among residents that online scammers have become increasingly prevalent, transforming cyber threats into a widespread social issue affecting people of all ages and professions. In response, KKU established this digital immunity programme to equip senior citizens with practical smartphone skills and self-defence techniques, encouraging them to share this knowledge within their families and communities to build a sustainable cybersecurity network. Mrs. Pranom Suwanam, Chairperson of the Pho Banlang Thong Community, expressed appreciation for the university’s outreach. She noted that the community has a significant elderly population that relies heavily on smartphones for daily communication but often lacks experience in digital safety. Upon being contacted by KKU, she actively mobilised local senior citizens to attend the training. She remarked that while technology offers daily convenience, it also carries substantial risks if used without caution. Since modern cybercriminals frequently use sophisticated
Jun 11, 2026 · via kku.ac.th
The Focus Group on AI for Smart Sustainable Cities and Communities (FG-AI4SSC) will serve as an open global platform for collaboration among experts from ITU, other standards development organizations, cities, industry, academia, governments and UN entities.
Through pre-standardization activities, the Focus Group will address the integration aspects required for AI-enabled urban systems and services, including requirements, interfaces, coordination mechanisms and frameworks necessary to enable existing and future AI technologies to interoperate coherently, safely and effectively with IoT, digital twin, and smart sustainable cities and communities’ systems and services within city-scale deployments in accordance with ITU Plenipotentiary Resolution 214 (Bucharest, 2022).
More details are available in the terms of reference.
Parent Group: ITU-T Study Group 20
Jun 11, 2026 · via itu.int
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Dive Brief: - Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., introduced legislation last week that would restore federal support for the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center, a longstanding program that provided free and low-cost cybersecurity resources to state and local governments before the Donald Trump administration cut funding for it last year. - The Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act proposes to restore and expand local governments’ access to MS-ISAC and authorize $50 million in federal funding annually to support the program. - City and county leaders say the MS-ISAC program is “critical” to their cybersecurity operations. Dive Insight: Local governments are facing a barrage of increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity attacks, with some experts attributing the surge to the increasing prevalence of AI. State CIOs say they are less confident about their ability to protect public-sector data from the growing cyber threats. Last year, in the midst of a federal government overhaul, the Trump administration cut federal financial support for the decades-old MS-ISAC program and prohibited local governments from using any federal funding for the program. MS-ISAC, run by the Center for Internet Security, an independent nonprofit, began operating as a fee-based membership service after federal support ended last September. The Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act would task the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency with entering into an agreement with CIS to provide no-cost cybersecurity services, intelligence collection and technical assistance to states and local governments. MS-ISAC provided cybersecurity resources to more than 18,000 state and local governments as of last year, with a fiscal 2025 operating budget of $27 million. In 2024, it detected and prevented nearly 60,000 malware and ransomware attacks on local governments, according to the Center for Internet Security.
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Criciúma is taking an important step towards the future. The city in Santa Catarina has presented an ambitious Smart City project that aims to modernize various public services through technology, connectivity, and data-driven management. Criciúma, in the South of Santa Catarina, is advancing in structuring a Public-Private Partnership project aimed at implementing smart city solutions. The proposal was detailed in a report published on June 8, 2026, by ND Mais and foresees the modernization of public services with technology, connectivity, and data-driven management. According to the report, the municipal administration intends to take the project to auction at B3, in São Paulo, in September 2026. Before the bidding, the proposal is to be presented to potential investors. The initiative comes at a time when Criciúma seeks to consolidate its image as a hub of urban innovation. In September 2025, the municipality was recognized by the CSC Cities ranking, from Connected Smart Cities, as the fourth smartest city in the South region, the second in Santa Catarina, and the 16th in the national ranking. - Peacocks take over tourist city, scratch cars, and divide residents in unusual dispute - Child marriage is on the rise again in Gaza: at least 400 girls aged 14 to 16 received authorization to marry in four months, and the UN warns that the collapse of records may hide an even greater crisis. - End of the diesel era on the roads? Spanish manufacturer introduces a rival with over 1,000 km range and refueling in just 10 minutes, powered by hydrogen. - At just 15 years old, having studied on his own since he was 13, a young Brazilian hacker will represent Brazil in an international cybersecurity olympiad in Tunisia against students from 22 countries. Project foresees digital transformation of the city The plan presented by
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Abstract The rapid proliferation of Internet of Things devices has intensified the demand for security, privacy-preserving, and scalable machine learning solutions. Federated Learning (FL) supports the decentralized training of models across distributed devices without transporting raw data, whereas blockchain provides a trusted, transparent mechanism for integrity and reaching consensus. The paper explains an FL framework that incorporates blockchain technology, based on the GSR-C2N model for identifying crypto-mining malware. It is demonstrated that the system’s feature extraction and optimization processes are optimized to address security problems in IoT by utilizing blockchain to verify model updates and build trust and privacy. The given structure has demonstrated superiority to the current practices. This model was 96.85% accurate and 97.51% specific on the crypto-mining malware data set using 10-fold cross-validation, making it applicable to smart healthcare and smart city applications with IoT-based systems. In addition, when combined with regulatory compliance, homomorphic encryption can strengthen data and privacy management, underscoring the model’s effectiveness in advanced IoT systems. Similar content being viewed by others Funding Open access funding provided by Manipal University Jaipur. Author information Authors and Affiliations Corresponding author Ethics declarations Competing interests The authors declare no competing interests. Additional information Publisher’s note Springer Nature remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Rights and permissions Open Access This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, which permits use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons licence, and indicate if changes were made. The images or other third party material in this article are included in the article’s Creative Commons licence, unless indicated otherwise in a credit line to the material. If
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From left, Taoyuan Mayor Simon Chang, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi- mai and K.T. Li Foundation for the Development of Science and Technology chairman Paul Wang pose for a photograph at a smart city forum held by the foundation in Taipei yesterday. The three mayors were invited to share their experiences in promoting smart cities. Photo: Chang Chia-ming, Taipei Times UPGRADE: The Kang Ding-class frigate is replacing its Chaparall missiles with Tien Chien II and Hua Yang VLS, which would provide it with long-range, 360° air defense Taiwan plans to produce 1,200 to 1,376 Hai Chien II missiles (海劍二, Sea Sword II) — also known as TC-2N — to serve as the standard air defense system of the navy’s surface combatant fleet, a source said yesterday. Last week, the Hai Chien II, the naval version of the Tien Kung II missile (天劍二, Sky Sword II), completed a live-fire test in waters off the National Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology’s Jiupeng facility (九鵬) in Pingtung County’s Manjhou Township (滿州). The MIM72 Chaparral and other dated air defense missiles that currently arm Taiwanese ships have inadequate range to combat Chinese Shih Hsin University President Chen Ching-he (陳清河) yesterday issued a public apology for comments made in his commencement speech last week, stating that he has asked the school to suspend his duties and halt his wages for two months as a show of contrition. At the commencement ceremony on May 30, Chen said, “If you don’t manage your time well, or your own emotions, or your health, then I am telling every one of you — put a quick end to ‘you,’ because the world has no need for ‘you.’” The comments have sparked significant controversy online, and Chen through an open Johanne Liou (劉喬安), a Taiwanese woman
Jun 10, 2026 · via taipeitimes.com
Deutsche Telekom IoT is positioning the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a practical reference point for connected stadium operations, spanning parking, logistics, building systems, mobility, safety and fan services. The significance is less a single product launch than a view of how global IoT connectivity, 5G and real-time data may have to work together across complex event environments. Stadium digitalisation is often described through the fan experience: faster entry, better apps, smoother payments and more targeted information. The harder problem sits underneath those visible services. A major tournament requires transport systems, venue operations, building infrastructure, security processes, concession logistics and mobile networks to perform at the same time, under short peaks of demand and across multiple jurisdictions. That is the context for Deutsche Telekom IoT’s latest smart-stadium narrative around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. With 48 teams and 104 matches, the event provides a useful stress case for IoT architectures because it combines high-density venues with cross-border travel, temporary operational peaks and the need for consistent digital services around stadiums rather than only inside them. From connected venue to connected event district Telekom’s framing is notable because it does not treat the smart stadium as a single building automation project. The company describes an operating model that starts before kick-off, continues during the match and extends into post-event clean-up and safety. In that model, IoT sensors can monitor pitch moisture and sunlight, autonomous mowers and line-marking robots can use positioning data, and connected logistics systems can support the movement of pallets, catering supplies, merchandise and technical equipment inside the venue. Outside the stadium, the same connectivity layer is applied to parking, lighting and mobility. Telekom points to AI-powered parking sensors, electric-vehicle charging integration, connected LED systems that adjust to
Jun 10, 2026 · via iotbusinessnews.com
Dive Brief: - Although overall pedestrian deaths in the U.S. have declined in recent years, fatalities in the nation’s largest cities remain well above the number of deaths in 2009, according to a report released Tuesday by Smart Growth America and the National Complete Streets Coalition. - The report compared average pedestrian fatalities in each city from 2020 to 2024 with the 2015-2019 period. Of the 101 largest metropolitan areas studied, 18 saw decreased pedestrian fatality rates, seven held steady and 76 worsened, based on average pedestrian death rates per 100,000 people. - “We saw a dip in fatalities from a historic high,” Smart Growth America President and CEO Beth Osborne said during a media briefing Tuesday. “This is a reversion to the mean. This is not worth celebrating.” Dive Insight: Pedestrian fatalities have increased 72% since 2009, but Congress and the Trump administration appear ready to defund or deemphasize safety programs. “We are seeing language out of the administration saying that infrastructure for bicyclists and pedestrian safety is not a priority,” Osborne said. The Trump administration rescinded bike and pedestrian infrastructure funding implemented under the 2021 infrastructure law, Stateline reported in March. The BUILD America 250 Act, which passed the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on May 17, cut the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program, which provided funding for trails, pedestrian facilities and bikeways, according to an analysis by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Osborne said the bill maintains the Safe Streets and Roads for All program and is “setting up a system where there is a small program to create safe streets.” The top five deadliest urban areas for pedestrians are all in the nation’s sun belt: Memphis, Tennessee; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Bakersfield-Delano, California; Tucson, Arizona and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. “The places most dangerous for people walking
Jun 10, 2026 · via smartcitiesdive.com
In our last issue, I wrote about smart cities and the growing debate over who owns the enormous amount of information they collect. This debate might help explain why a strange technology race is taking shape today. Companies, governments and researchers are scrambling to build tools capable of protecting sensitive information in a world where AI can infer information we never intentionally shared in the first place. This new privacy market is set to become a massive business. And could also become one of the most important technology battlegrounds of the next decade. It’s Complicated… More than a decade ago, Target figured out a teenage girl was pregnant before her father did. The retailer’s analytics systems noticed changes in her shopping habits and began sending coupons for baby products to the family’s home. Her father reportedly stormed into a Target store demanding answers, only to later discover the prediction had been correct. At the time, that story seemed shocking. But today it almost feels primitive. Because Target made that prediction using relatively basic data analysis compared with the much more advanced AI systems being built today. The entire online privacy economy was built around the simple idea of trying to protect information you knowingly handed over. Companies collected your data, but you decided whether to share it. And cybersecurity firms tried to keep it from leaking or getting stolen. But AI is changing the definition of privacy. Back in 2013, researchers from Cambridge and Microsoft demonstrated that Facebook Likes could accurately predict highly personal traits including political views, personality characteristics and sexual orientation. That study used data from just 58,000 volunteers. Now imagine what modern AI systems can do with much larger pools of information coming from smartphones, wearables, connected cars, smart homes and intelligent infrastructure. AI can even use
Jun 10, 2026 · via banyanhill.com
Cities generate enormous amounts of data every day. Traffic signals, public transport systems, water pipelines, electricity grids, and surveillance cameras all produce information. In a smart city, this data is collected, analysed, and used to improve daily life. Sensors placed across roads can measure traffic flow in real time. If congestion builds up, traffic lights can adjust automatically to ease movement. Public transport systems track buses and trains so commuters receive accurate arrival updates. Waste management systems use sensors in bins to signal when they are full, reducing unnecessary collection trips. Water and electricity networks also benefit. Smart meters record usage patterns, helping detect leaks or power outages quickly. This reduces waste and speeds up repairs. Environmental sensors monitor air quality, temperature, and noise levels, allowing authorities to respond to pollution hotspots. The key idea behind a smart city is not just collecting data but acting on it. Advanced software analyses patterns and predicts demand. For example, energy consumption during peak hours can be anticipated, allowing better resource planning. However, data driven cities must balance efficiency with privacy. Collecting information about movement, consumption, or public behaviour raises concerns about surveillance and data protection. Secure systems and clear policies are essential. Smart cities use data as a decision-making tool. Instead of reacting slowly to problems, city systems can respond in near real time. When used responsibly, data helps make urban spaces safer, cleaner, and more efficient.
Jun 10, 2026 · via deccanherald.com
After a few snags, Seattle’s plan to provide publicly owned, permanently affordable social housing is starting to come to fruition. The voter-approved initiative hit the ground running this year after the Seattle City Council signed off on $115 million for the plan in February. Seattle Social Housing Developer, the entity created to carry out the vision, announced May 22 it had zeroed in on its first building, a downtown 150-unit apartment complex purchased for around $60 million. It expects the purchase to be finalized this month. Seattle residents voted to approve a social housing authority in the city in February 2023. Seattle voters last year approved a plan to fund the initiative with a new 5% tax on employers making more than $1 million annually. The city has around 170 such employers, including Microsoft, Amazon and Starbucks. SSHD will offer the first 15 units that become available in the building to households at or below 30% of the area median income, or $34,530 for an individual and $39,480 for a two-person household, via a lottery system. That lottery closed June 5 with more than 10,200 applications, The Seattle Times reported. SSHD is also incentivizing current residents of the luxury building to remain by freezing existing rents for two years, removing fees for pest control and bike storage, and offering public transit passes for all building residents. “The developer aims to provide high quality housing that fosters community, is inclusive, permanently affordable, and climate forward,” SSHD said in a news release. The next 45 units that become available in the building will be given to households making 30% to 50% of the area median income, according to SSHD. The city’s social housing plan has hit a few obstacles along the way, including opposition from major tech corporations, the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber
Jun 9, 2026 · via multifamilydive.com