Quick Smart Cities Brief: Must-Read Articles, Events, and New Connections

We are excited to bring you the latest updates from the Smart Cities Council! This update is packed with opportunities for you to engage with cutting-edge developments in smart city technology, network with industry leaders, and stay informed about the newest trends and innovations.

• To Read: Dive into the latest articles and news updates from across the SCC ecosystem to keep your finger on the pulse of smart city advancements.
• To Attend: Mark your calendar with these must-attend events designed to inspire and connect you with the brightest minds in the field.
• To Meet: Get to know our newest members and key influencers who are shaping the future of smart cities.

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To Read: Latest Articles and News

Polish Venture Capital Fund, Mercaton ASI , Joins as Global Partner Mercaton ASI has become our latest Global Partner, aiming to create a positive impact on social, environmental, and economic fronts. Read more

Decentralized Infrastructure Provider Nexsis Joins as Global Partner Nexsis, with its mission to provide sustainable access to essential services through its innovative Nexsis Smart Panel, joins us as a Global Partner. Read more

B2BeeMatch Joins as Global Partner B2BeeMatch, a business-to-business matchmaking platform, brings its AI-assisted lead generation and networking capabilities to our community. Read more

Expansion of Partnership with Digital Twin Consortium The Smart Cities Council and Digital Twin Consortium are enhancing their partnership to drive advancements in multiple domains, with Dan Isaacs joining as SCC Global Thought Leader – Digital Twins. Read more

Smart Cities Council Expands to the Middle East We are now established in Dubai, UAE, to support our growing membership and operations in the region. Follow Smart Cities Council - Middle East and Read more

Launch of Smart Cities Council - Schweiz Led by Kurt Hostettler in Kreutzlingen, Switzerland, SCC – Schweiz is actively engaged in global events and initiatives, supporting the Swiss Bitcoin Conference. Read more

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To Attend: Upcoming Events

Digital Twin Consortium Q2 Member Meeting Date: June 11, 2024 | Location: Las Vegas, NV Join SCC President Corey Gray at the Digital Twin Consortium Q2 Member Meeting to discuss "Advancements in Smart Cities Growth" and our partnership expansions. Learn more

Webinar: Smart Skies: Enhancing Mobility and Efficiency through Digital Integration Date: June 13, 2024 | 3pm AEST Explore the challenges and innovations in managing shared airspace with plan.aero . Register here for the AU webinar | here for the US webinar

Webinar: Unearthing the Future: Geospatial Innovation for Smarter, More Resilient Cities Date: June 25, 2024 Join industry experts to discover the latest in geospatial technology and its impact on urban resilience. Register here

ZIGURAT Institute of Technology Summit 24: AI, BIM, and Sustainability Date: July 2024| Location: Barcelona Delve into the future of construction with discussions on AI, BIM, and sustainability. Get your ticket

Launch: Smart Cities Council - LATAM Date: July 11-12, 2024 | Location: Tulum Celebrate the launch of Smart Cities Council LATAM and participate in key discussions on smart tourism and regional development. Learn more

Smart Cities Week APAC Date: August 5-9, 2024 | Location: Adelaide Join Smart Cities Council - ANZ for a week-long event featuring vertical deep dives, world day sessions, and tech advancements. Register now?

To Meet: New Members

We are excited to introduce our newest members across various categories, including professional individuals, partner organizations, startups, the private sector, and the public sector.

Professional Individuals

We welcome Deepika Saxena , a transport planner from the UAE; József Bognár , a smart home technology entrepreneur from Hungary; Emad Alsadiq, a senior sustainability consultant from Saudi Arabia; and Chris Dymond, a digital technology strategist from the UK. Additionally, John A Ferri, a registered architect and climate change professional from the USA; Ahmed Abdelmaged , a GIS expert from Saudi Arabia; Niloo Niya, Dr. Eng , a telecommunications strategy expert; Rignesh Soni , a technology leader in smart transportation; and Pradipta Mukherjee , an electronics and communication engineer, join us to further enhance our expertise and knowledge base.

Startups and Private Sector and Partner Organizations

Our new partner organizations include Mercaton ASI , a Polish venture capital fund; IFZA (International Free Zone Authority) a leading Free Zone Community in Dubai with world-class infrastructure, state-of-the-art facilities, and business-friendly regulations, making it an ideal destination for foreign investors looking to set up and grow their business.; B2BeeMatch , a global business-to-business matchmaking platform; Business Technology & Investments , a telecommunications solutions provider from Jacksonville, Florida; and plan.aero , a company transforming the aviation industry through data integration and predictive analytics. Urban Intelligence joins us as well, bringing their expertise in resilience and risk management, while Alpha Wireless contributes their innovative high-performance wireless antenna-led solutions to our community.

We also welcome indoorsos technology , a company focused on enhancing public safety with indoor emergency location data, Orbits Engineering Firm , an engineering firm from Saudi Arabia specializing in geospatial technologies, digital twin development, and smart city consulting; and Nexsis , based in Australia and Singapore and working to provide sustainable access to clean drinking water, hot sanitation water, off-grid electricity, and IoT financial inclusion to billions of people around the world through a single solar-powered device: Nexsis Smart Panel.

Public Sector

We are pleased to welcome The Flinders Ranges Council , a regional community from South Australia known for its award-winning public works and attractions who have joined our Regional Communities Accelerator Program .

These new members bring a wealth of experience and innovation to our community, strengthening our collective mission to build smart, sustainable, and inclusive cities worldwide. We look forward to their contributions and collaborations in advancing the smart cities agenda.?

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