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The Star
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Malaysia to host Smart City Expo KL 2025 in September
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will host the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL25) this September, marking its first international event focused on smart cities and positioning the country as a key regional hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven urban development. Scheduled to take place from Sept 17 to 19 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), the expo is expected to attract more than 2,000 delegates and over 10,000 visitors. SCEKL25 will be the first South-East Asian edition of the globally renowned Smart City Expo World Congress. It is spearheaded by the Digital Ministry through its agencies, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the event will serve as a strategic platform for technology providers and AI-driven smart city solution players, reinforcing Malaysia's leadership in regional digital innovation. "At its core, SCEKL25 is about accelerating a new urban vision - one that is green, efficient, and inclusive, with the rakyat at the heart of every innovation,' he said in a statement on Tuesday (July 15). According to Gobind, the expo supports Malaysia's aspirations under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint, aligns with regional efforts through the Asean Smart Cities Network, and complements the country's ambition to become a Smart Nation by 2040. MDEC, under the Digital Ministry, is currently spearheading AI Cities initiatives through targeted pilot projects in selected areas across the country. Meanwhile MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil in the statement said the expo will showcase Malaysia's transformation into a digitally connected society, highlighting projects such as predictive traffic systems in Penang, smart traffic optimisation in Kuala Lumpur, and AI-powered geospatial solutions in Sabah. "Our smart cities will be rakyat-first and planet-conscious, delivering faster and more adaptive public services. With robust digital infrastructure to drive inclusive growth, startups and SMEs will be able to scale beyond borders,' he said. DNB CEO Datuk Azman Ismail added that hosting the event would bring strategic benefits to Malaysia, including boosting economic growth through business tourism and attracting foreign investment. "SCEKL25 will elevate Malaysia's global profile in smart city innovation, while driving economic growth through business tourism and strategic foreign investment,' he said. Held under the theme 'AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future', the expo will feature cutting-edge technologies, infrastructure solutions, and future-ready mobility systems aimed at building inclusive and resilient urban centres. For more information, visit - Bernama
Barnama
15-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia To Host Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 In September
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will host the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL25) this September, marking its first international event focused on smart cities and positioning the country as a key regional hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven urban development. Scheduled to take place from Sept 17 to 19 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), the expo is expected to attract more than 2,000 delegates and over 10,000 visitors. SCEKL25 will be the first Southeast Asian edition of the globally renowned Smart City Expo World Congress. It is spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital through its agencies, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the event will serve as a strategic platform for technology providers and AI-driven smart city solution players, reinforcing Malaysia's leadership in regional digital innovation. 'At its core, SCEKL25 is about accelerating a new urban vision — one that is green, efficient, and inclusive, with the rakyat at the heart of every innovation,' he said in a statement today. According to Gobind, the expo supports Malaysia's aspirations under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint, aligns with regional efforts through the ASEAN Smart Cities Network, and complements the country's ambition to become a Smart Nation by 2040. MDEC, under the Ministry of Digital, is currently spearheading AI Cities initiatives through targeted pilot projects in selected areas across the country. Meanwhile MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil in the statement said the expo will showcase Malaysia's transformation into a digitally connected society, highlighting projects such as predictive traffic systems in Penang, smart traffic optimisation in Kuala Lumpur, and AI-powered geospatial solutions in Sabah. 'Our smart cities will be rakyat-first and planet-conscious, delivering faster and more adaptive public services. With robust digital infrastructure to drive inclusive growth, startups and SMEs will be able to scale beyond borders,' he said.
Korea Herald
04-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Smart City Expo 2025 urges cities to become drivers of change in its largest edition
BARCELONA, Spain, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the leading international event on cities and smart urban solutions organized by Fira de Barcelona will hold its largest edition ever in 2025. From November 4-6 and under the theme "The Time for Cities" the show and congress will gather 1,000 exhibitors, 25,000 attendees and grow its exhibition floorspace to break the record set on its last edition. The event, held at Fira's Gran Via venue, will focus on strategies to transform current metropolises into more sustainable, efficient, and livable spaces. Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a central role as a key asset capable of accelerating a much-needed push towards more efficient and sustainable cities. The new "AI-enabled cities" area will showcase examples of how this technology can improve and speed up urban transformation projects. The exhibition floor space will gather companies from around the world to showcase the latest solutions, among which are Axis Communications, Bentley, Dahua Technology, Dassault Systèmes, Dell, Deloitte, iotsquared, Microsoft, Nvidia, Spie, Urbaser and Veolia. Additionally, the event will also house many country pavilions including Argentina, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Nordics, United Kingdom and the USA. The Capital of Urban Knowledge SCEWC will gather over 600 speakers and international experts in a congress structured around eight main tracks: Enabling Technologies, Energy & Environment, Mobility, Governance & Economy, Living & Inclusion, Infrastructure & Building, and Blue Economy. Among the confirmed speakers are Nikki Greenberg, CEO of Real Estate of the future and a globally recognized futurist and strategic advisor; and Kate O'Neill, Founder and CEO of KO Insights, a renowned digital innovator focused on enhancing human experiences through data-driven and AI-led interactions. The Global Hub of Innovation SCEWC will strengthen its role as a global hub of urban innovation by hosting again World Congress, organized by Fira de Barcelona and EIT Urban Mobility and aimed at developing a new and sustainable urban mobility paradigm; and the third editions of Tomorrow Building, focused on innovative construction, and Economy, aimed at using the full potential of ocean resources for sustainable economic growth. To round off this unmatchable offer, SCEWC will host the fourth edition of the Barcelona Deep Tech Summit, an event organized by Barcelona Activa focused on scientific tech entrepreneurship and university spin-offs.
Korea Herald
15-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
2025 Region Smart City Awards Submissions Underway, Focusing on New Paradigms of Smart Cities in Asia
BEIJING, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its launch in March, the submission process for 2025 Region Smart City Awards has been progressing steadily, with cities, companies and innovators from across Asia actively participating in the process and the enthusiasm for submission continuing to grow. Organised by the Smart City Expo World Congress and supported by the World Smart City Awards, the awards recognise projects, companies and leaders that have demonstrated outstanding performance in urban innovation and transformation. Focusing on cutting-edge practices in digitalisation, green and low-carbon and sustainable development in Asian cities, the awards aim to promote cross-city and cross-industry exchange of experience and collaboration, help accelerate the development of smart cities in the region. After attracting a total of 89 smart city best scenario proposals and 50 enterprise category proposals from 29 cities in 9 countries and regions in 2024, the 2025 awards are expected to reach new heights and become an important window to showcase the momentum of smart city development in Asia. Shortlisted entities will be invited to participate in the 2025 Shanghai, scheduled to be held from 2 to 6 September 2025, including relevant industry roundtables, Challenge @Closed-door Meeting (*Asian Projects&Opportunites) between government and enterprises, and an awards ceremony. Trophies and certificates will be awarded to the shortlisted and winning entities and their affiliates, and the relevant shortlisted and winning cases will be collected in the Essence of Award Cases.
Leaders
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Leaders
Arab Urban Development Institute Signs Strategic MOUs at AECD 2025
Under the patronage of Prince Dr. Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf, Mayor of Riyadh and President of the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI), the Institute signed two significant memoranda of understanding during the Arab European Cities Dialogue (AECD 2025) in Riyadh. The agreements were signed with Metropolis, the global network of major cities and metropolitan areas, and Fira de Barcelona, organizer of the Smart City Expo World Congress. These partnerships aim to strengthen collaboration in urban governance, innovation, and the exchange of knowledge between cities. AECD 2025 brought together representatives from over 100 Arab and European cities, as well as international organizations, municipal federations, and urban development institutions. The event reflects Riyadh's growing role as a regional center for global urban dialogue. These new partnerships reinforce AUDI's commitment to fostering international cooperation, advancing sustainable urban development, and supporting effective policymaking across Arab cities. Related Topics : Trump in Saudi Arabia: Underscoring Historic Ties and Riyadh's Strategic Centrality HUMAIN: Saudi Crown Prince Unveils New Global AI Powerhouse Saudi Football Pro League: Week 31 Schedule, Live Results & Scorers Jusoor Exhibition in Pristina Showcases Saudi Culture, Islamic Values Short link : Post Views: 106
