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Ceremonies

Ribbon Cutting

Ceremonies

Welcome Address

Sports, Health, and Civic Engagement

Paris 2024: An Olympics Masterclass

The Olympic Games are a global stage for, not only, athletic excellence but also urban transformation. This session will explore how Paris 2024 has set a new benchmark in sustainable development, smart infrastructure, urban mobility, and audience engagement, showcasing innovations in venues, integrated public transport systems, and cutting-edge digital platforms. From Paris 2024 we can learn to drive long-term economic, social, and environmental transformations in the smart city ecosystem and to keep a legacy of resilience and connectivity.

Sports, Health, and Civic Engagement

Sports, Stadiums, and Economic Development

Professional sports teams and their respective stadiums and arenas are significant drivers of economic development in cities. This session will examine how team pride, modern infrastructure, innovative financing, and next-gen technology (AI, biometrics, facial recognition, data analytics, digital twins, climate sensors, drones, state-of-the-art connectivity) which are often normalized by sports and entertainment, can reshape cities and uplift surrounding communities.

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Networking

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Expo Hall Opens

Clean Energy and Sustainability

Sustainable Cities: Smart and Resilient Infrastructure

As urban areas face increasing environmental challenges, resilient infrastructure is key to building sustainable cities. This session will focus on innovative solutions to combat flooding, from advanced drainage systems to smart infrastructure designed to manage stormwater. It will explore groundbreaking initiatives such as porous pavement installations, which help mitigate flooding, and examine how cities can leverage new technologies and design principles to enhance resilience, protect communities, and adapt to changing climate conditions.

Mobility and Transportation

Clean Fleets and an Electrified Future

Cities are driving toward a zero-emission future with clean, electrified fleets and modern EV infrastructure. This session will explore how advanced technologies and innovations in biofuels and other sustainable materials are leading cities into a more efficient and environmentally friendly future.

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Lunch Break

Sports, Health, and Civic Engagement

Building FIFA World Cup 'Smart' Cities

Mobility and Transportation

AVs + eVTOLs: The Future of Next-Gen Mobility

The transportation landscape is undergoing a radical transformation with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous vehicles (AVs), and electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs). This session will investigate how these innovative modes of transport are converging to create integrated mobility ecosystems. It will dive into the technologies driving this evolution, the infrastructure required to support it, and the potential for these advancements to redefine urban mobility, reduce emissions, and enhance connectivity in tomorrow’s cities.

AI and Deep Tech

AI in City Government

Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing how city governments operate, offering new ways to enhance decision-making, optimize public services, and improve citizen engagement. This session will delve into the practical applications of AI in urban governance, from predictive analytics for resource allocation to smart policy development. It will explore how cities can harness AI to become more efficient, transparent, and responsive, ultimately paving the way for more dynamic, data-driven governance in the cities of tomorrow.

AI and Deep Tech

Connectivity: AI Ready Network Infrastructure

In today’s fast-paced urban environments, connectivity is the backbone of a city's infrastructure. This session will delve into how 5G technology and satellites, particularly in high-demand environments like stadiums, can be scaled to transform the connectivity landscape of entire cities. Throughout this session, we will discover how faster, more reliable networks can support smart transportation and real-time threats and data analytics, ultimately enabling smarter services, improved efficiency, and innovation in city and emergency management.

Sports, Health, and Civic Engagement

Smart Cities: Healthy Cities

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare, offering next-generation innovations that promise to enhance public health through the early detection of disease to optimizing treatment and patient care. Through transformative technologies on the horizon, we’ll learn how AI and data analytics are shaping the future of health across U.S. cities.

Infrastructure and Security

Modernizing Global Infrastructure

Through historic federal investments in bridges, airports, ports, roads, rail, energy grids, and water systems, the United States is experiencing country wide modernization of its infrastructure. This session will explore how future demand is being met in terms of infrastructure, power, resiliency, connectivity, and ensuring U.S. cities are globally-competitive.

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Happy Hour

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Registration

Infrastructure and Security

A National Vision for Smart U.S. Cities

Infrastructure and Security

Global Investments in AI

Artificial Intelligence is at the heart of global innovation, transforming critical infrastructure and advancing deep technologies. This session will examine how strategic investments in AI are shaping the future of smart cities, bolstering security, and driving cutting-edge advancements across industries. From government-backed initiatives to private-sector funding efforts, this session will showcase the efforts around the development and deployment of AI to build resilient, intelligent and secure urban ecosystems.

Infrastructure and Security

The United 'Smart' States of America

State-level leadership is key in developing smart regions and laying the groundwork for integrated, efficient and innovative communities. From modernizing infrastructures to enhancing governance frameworks, states are driving the adoption of technology to connect roads, transportation networks, and public services seamlessly. This session will explore how ground-breaking state policies and investments are building a cohesive digital and physical foundation for smarter states, emphasizing the role of state governments in fostering innovation and improving resilience.

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Expo Hall Open

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Networking

AI and Deep Tech

AI-Ready Cities: Data Centers and Cloud Infrastructure

Mobility and Transportation

Traffic, Transit, and Smart Transportation

As cities continue to grow, managing traffic and transit is becoming ever more complex. By leveraging new technologies, cities are creating more fluid, sustainable, and responsive transportation systems that meet the needs of a rapidly evolving urban landscape. This session will focus on how smart transportation systems, powered by data analytics, IoT, and AI, are revolutionizing urban mobility. It will examine different innovations designed to reduce congestion, enhance efficiency, and improve overall mobility, creating more connected and adaptable urban environments.

Infrastructure and Security

Investing in Digital Public Infrastructure

Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is a collection of digital systems that connect people, data, and finance to enable governments to provide services and economic opportunities. DPI is essential for enhancing government efficiency and improving public service delivery at scale. This session will focus on how investments in DPI are transforming urban governance and explore the strategies employed to build robust, scalable digital solutions that improve operational efficiency, and ensure cities are laying the groundwork for long-term urban innovation.

AI and Deep Tech

Data, Dashboards, and Drones: Advancements in Public Safety

Public safety is entering a new era, powered by cutting-edge technologies that revolutionize how cities prepare for and respond to emergencies. With the integration of new tools such as real-time data, interactive dashboards, or advanced drone capabilities, public safety is becoming more proactive, efficient, and adaptative. This session will dive into how these tools are improving response times, optimizing resource allocation, and providing critical insights during emergencies, helping cities build safer and more resilient communities ready for the challenges of the future.

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Lunch Break

AI and Deep Tech

Quantum, Semiconductors, and Globally-Competitive Cities

The global race to secure national supply chains, strengthen domestic semiconductor manufacturing, and advance quantum computing is dominating national security discussions. This session will focus on how cities can leverage investments from the CHIPS Act to create high-skilled jobs, drive economic growth, and transform industries. It will also discuss the necessary investments in infrastructure, workforce development, and innovation ecosystems to ensure cities stay ahead in this high-stakes competition.

Law, Policy and Finance

VC and PE: Shaping Cities of Tomorrow

Venture capital funds and private equity firms are investing in next-gen technologies that are shaping the future of safe, sustainable, and efficient cities. This session will explore how VC and PE firms are fueling, scaling, and accelerating innovative startups and infrastructure projects that are essential to building globally-competitive and future-ready cities.

Law, Policy and Finance

Financing Cities of the Future

As cities evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, the role of pension funds and investment firms in financing next-generation infrastructure has never been more crucial. This session will examine how institutional investors are driving the development of sustainable, innovative infrastructure projects that are shaping the skylines of tomorrow and how public private partnerships, alongside strategic financial instruments, are accelerating the transition to smarter, more future-ready cities.

AI and Deep Tech

AI + Innovations in Emergency Management

AI is transforming emergency management by enhancing the ability to predict, respond to, and recover from disasters. Throughout this session, we will explore how AI-driven technologies, such as predictive analytics, real-time data processing, and automated decision-making, are revolutionizing disaster response and emergency management. We’ll understand how these innovations improve situational awareness, optimize resource allocation, and speed up recovery efforts, ultimately making cities more resilient and better prepared to manage emergencies in an increasingly complex and unpredictable world.

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Networking

Clean Energy and Sustainability

Clean Grids to Renewables: Decarbonizing U.S. Cities

Transitioning to clean energy grids and renewables are essential for a greener future. This session will explore how U.S. cities are embracing renewable energy solutions to decarbonize their power systems. It will highlight the role of smart grid technology, innovative energy storage, and policy advancements in facilitating this transition. By integrating clean energy, cities can reduce carbon emissions, improve energy resilience, and support a cleaner, more sustainable urban ecosystem.

Infrastructure and Security

Cybersecurity: Mitigating Threats and Increasing Trust

Robust cybersecurity measures are essential to protecting increasingly connected and digitized cities. Advanced technologies are required to address evolving threats and ensure safety, resilience, and public trust. This session will explore strategies for mitigating cybersecurity risks including threat detection systems and secure data management aimed at safeguarding cities in the digital age.

Ceremonies

Closing Fireside