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Kiwi Stories

Urbanization stories

From Problem to Produce: Rethinking Sanitation in a World of Scarcity

Water scarcity is pushing researchers to turn treated wastewater into a safe irrigation source, easing pressure on farms and rivers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2026

Semiconductors

Buckle up, relax and and enjoy the ride

By 2040, autonomous fleets could cut rush-hour stress and reshape cities, but public trust and infrastructure still need work.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 2nd Feb 2026

Power / Energy

Why EVs are actually driving up emissions globally

EVs are linked to higher CO2 output in 26 countries, with the researchers saying only grids powered by far more renewables will cut emissions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025

Smart Cities

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city

Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Smart Cities

What recent moves in AI mean for infrastructure

Greater investment is needed if AI is to cut costs, speed delivery and ease labour shortages across infrastructure projects.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Global Stories

Urbanization stories

Unified Communications

New blueprint targets smarter Wi‑Fi in dense housing

Wireless Broadband Alliance blueprint urges managed, standards-based Wi‑Fi to fix fragmented networks in dense multi-dwelling buildings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026

Data Protection

Will AI companions change how we think about pets?

AI companions are edging into the mainstream, prompting doubts over whether digital pets could reshape - but not replace - traditional pet ownership.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2026

Smart Cities

2150 closes second fund at EUR €210m for urban tech

Urban tech investor 2150 closes second fund at EUR €210m, lifting total assets to EUR €500m to back climate-focused city technologies.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026

Smart Cities

Intelligent transport market to reach USD $124.8bn by 2035

The global intelligent transport system market is forecast to grow from USD $41.7bn in 2024 to USD $124.8bn by 2035, driven by urbanisation and tech advances.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Smart Cities

Improving parking in Australian urban centres: Addressing the challenge of rising density

As Australia's urban centres grapple with rising density and parking challenges, innovative solutions from SenSen aim to enhance efficiency and curb congestion.

By Nathan Rogers • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Emerald leads GBP £8.4m round to boost StormHarvester

Emerald Technology Ventures has led a GBP £8.4 million funding round for Belfast's StormHarvester, aiming to enhance its smart water management solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Storage

AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific

As 2025 unfolds, AI is transforming the Asia Pacific region by enhancing sustainability and security, particularly in energy efficiency and digital infrastructure.

By Matthew Hardman • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Unified Communications

LoRaWAN report highlights smart city technology benefits

A new report by Beecham Research reveals how LoRaWAN is revolutionising smart city technology, addressing urban issues like pollution and congestion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Unified Communications

Growth forecast for smart city kiosk market to reach USD $93.7bn

The global smart city kiosk market is set for robust growth, expanding from USD $26.9 billion in 2023 to USD $93.7 billion by 2034, with a 12.2% CAGR, per Future Market Insights.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024