This weekly update covers major developments in smart city infrastructure powered by artificial intelligence. Cities around the world are adopting AI-driven systems that can think and make decisions on their own, marking a major shift from traditional static infrastructure to intelligent, responsive systems.

ASUS presented its AI City vision at a major conference, showing how cities can use five layers of AI technology—from computing power all the way to real-world applications—to solve urban problems. Meanwhile, new platforms like CityOS are using advanced sensors and AI to manage city traffic in real time, making roads safer and reducing congestion.

Big investments in AI data centers are booming in Kansas City, United States, creating thousands of construction jobs while raising questions about what happens after construction ends. The White House released a new national AI policy framework focused on protecting everyday people from high electricity costs while speeding up infrastructure building.

These developments show that cities worldwide are embracing AI agents—systems that can monitor, think, and respond to urban challenges without waiting for humans to make every decision. The focus is on making cities smarter, safer, and more efficient while keeping communities safe and involved in these changes.