{
  "id": 5238570,
  "title": "10 Smartest Cities in the World in 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/10-smartest-cities-in-the-world-in-2026",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-03T03:53:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tempo.co English",
    "slug": "tempo-co-english",
    "url": "https://en.tempo.co/read/2118855/10-smartest-cities-in-the-world-in-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026 IMD Smart City Index evaluates 148 cities based on how well technology, infrastructure, and public services enhance residents' daily lives. Zurich retains its top spot as the world's smartest city for the seventh consecutive year, thanks to its efficient infrastructure, technology, and services tailored to residents' needs. Oslo comes in second, with a focus on sustainability, renewable energy, and cleaner urban mobility. Geneva, London, and Copenhagen round out the top five, each excelling in public services, digital governance, and sustainable urban design. Dubai and Lausanne follow, with Dubai showcasing rapid development and Lausanne emphasizing education and innovation. The index highlights the importance of blending strong physical infrastructure, effective governance, and digital services to create smart cities that improve residents' quality of life.",
  "summary": "From Zurich to Singapore, these 10 cities lead the 2026 IMD Smart City Index for infrastructure, technology, governance and quality of life.",
  "key_points": [
    "Zurich retains top spot as world's smartest city for 7th consecutive year",
    "Oslo second, focusing on sustainability and renewable energy",
    "Geneva, London, and Copenhagen round out top five for public services"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Zurich's continued top ranking underscores the payoff for cities that prioritize integrated infrastructure, technology, and services that directly address residents' needs and improve their quality of life.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}