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BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the leading international summit on cities and smart urban solutions organized by Fira de Barcelona, has closed its 2025 edition registering record-breaking figures. With over 27,000 attendees from 143 countries, the event focused on how cities must spearhead urban transformation by making use of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence.
Under the theme "The Time for Cities," SCEWC 2025 showcased the transformative potential of technology in the global effort to drive sustainable and efficient urban development. The debut of the AI-enabled Cities area allowed delegates to explore how this technology is accelerating solutions in metropolises worldwide, establishing itself as a catalyst for change.
The Director of Smart City Expo World Congress, Ugo Valenti, said: "Cities are clearly embracing their role and responsibility in the future. The challenges are complex, but they are facing them head-on and steering towards action. Artificial Intelligence has established itself as a critical tool, not just for efficiency but for accelerating the transformation that metropolises urgently need. Cities must lead with purpose and accountability and after this year's event it is clearer than ever that we are on the right track."
SCEWC was held alongside Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress—organized with EIT Urban Mobility—Tomorrow.Building, and Tomorrow.Blue Economy, gathering 1,190 exhibitors including Axis Communications, Bentley, Dahua Technology, Dassault Systèmes, Dell, Deloitte, Google, iot squared, Microsoft, Nvidia, SPIE, Urbaser, and Veolia.
In addition, the events brought together more than 600 international experts, including Nikki Greenberg, Kate O'Neill, and Carlo Ratti, who shared insights on the future of urban living, governance, and mobility.
SCEWC 2025 also highlighted the role of startups in shaping tomorrow's cities, with the Innovation Playground connecting investors, research centers, and nearly 350 young companies showcasing their latest products and technologies.
World Smart City Awards
The Italian city of Rome was awarded "Smart City of 2025" at the World Smart City Awards, which each year acknowledge the most outstanding initiatives and projects in the urban transformation industry. The awards also honored Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and former Executive Director of UN-Habitat, for her contribution to the development of new urban paradigms on a global scale.
Smart City Expo World Congress will return to Fira de Barcelona's Gran Via venue for its fifteenth edition on November 3–5, 2026.
BARCELONA, Spain, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), the leading international summit on cities and smart urban solutions organized by Fira de Barcelona, has closed its 2025 edition registering record-breaking figures. With over 27,000 attendees from 143 countries, the event focused on how cities must spearhead urban transformation by making use of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence.
Under the theme "The Time for Cities," SCEWC 2025 showcased the transformative potential of technology in the global effort to drive sustainable and efficient urban development. The debut of the AI-enabled Cities area allowed delegates to explore how this technology is accelerating solutions in metropolises worldwide, establishing itself as a catalyst for change.
The Director of Smart City Expo World Congress, Ugo Valenti, said: "Cities are clearly embracing their role and responsibility in the future. The challenges are complex, but they are facing them head-on and steering towards action. Artificial Intelligence has established itself as a critical tool, not just for efficiency but for accelerating the transformation that metropolises urgently need. Cities must lead with purpose and accountability and after this year's event it is clearer than ever that we are on the right track."
SCEWC was held alongside Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress—organized with EIT Urban Mobility—Tomorrow.Building, and Tomorrow.Blue Economy, gathering 1,190 exhibitors including Axis Communications, Bentley, Dahua Technology, Dassault Systèmes, Dell, Deloitte, Google, iot squared, Microsoft, Nvidia, SPIE, Urbaser, and Veolia.
In addition, the events brought together more than 600 international experts, including Nikki Greenberg, Kate O'Neill, and Carlo Ratti, who shared insights on the future of urban living, governance, and mobility.
SCEWC 2025 also highlighted the role of startups in shaping tomorrow's cities, with the Innovation Playground connecting investors, research centers, and nearly 350 young companies showcasing their latest products and technologies.
World Smart City Awards
The Italian city of Rome was awarded "Smart City of 2025" at the World Smart City Awards, which each year acknowledge the most outstanding initiatives and projects in the urban transformation industry. The awards also honored Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and former Executive Director of UN-Habitat, for her contribution to the development of new urban paradigms on a global scale.
Smart City Expo World Congress will return to Fira de Barcelona's Gran Via venue for its fifteenth edition on November 3–5, 2026.
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Smart City Expo closes a record edition calling for cities to lead global transformation
From 10 to 24 June, drivers of Malaysia's homegrown car brands can enjoy RM100 off their car insurance renewal, plus additional rewards through PolicyStreet's referral programme.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From balik kampung trips and late-night mamak runs to braving the daily crawl along the Federal Highway, generations of Malaysians have relied on homegrown favourites like the Myvi, Saga, Axia, and Bezza to get them where they need to be. To celebrate these everyday journeys, PolicyStreet has launched Proton Perodua Save Kaw Kaw – a new campaign that rewards drivers with RM100 in savings on car insurance renewals.
The deal is refreshingly simple. From 10 to 24 June 2026, Proton and Perodua owners who renew their car insurance through PolicyStreet can enter the promo code "MYR100" at checkout and enjoy RM100 in savings on their renewal.
"If you look around any neighbourhood, office car park, or highway in Malaysia, chances are you'll spot a Myvi, Saga, Axia, and Bezza within metres of one another. These are cars that millions of Malaysians rely on every day, and Proton Perodua Save Kaw Kaw is our way of making insurance renewal a little more rewarding for the drivers behind the wheel," said Wilson Beh, Chief Operating Officer of PolicyStreet Malaysia.
Nak kaw savings lagi? PolicyStreet's popular 10+10 Promo remains available until the end of June, offering an uncapped 10% discount on premiums after NCD, plus an additional RM10 off at checkout every day from 10 am to 11 am and 10 pm to 11 pm. For drivers who prefer to skip the clock-watching, Proton Perodua Save Kaw Kaw delivers a straightforward RM100 discount all day until 24 June.
Tak cukup kaw?! On top of the RM100 discount, customers can earn up to RM150 in Touch 'n Go eWallet credits by sharing their personal referral code with friends and family. Each successful referral rewards both the referrer and referee with RM30, with up to five referrals per customer. Combined with the campaign discount, customers can unlock up to RM250 in total value.
Beyond the savings, Proton and Perodua owners can compare quotes from multiple insurers on PolicyStreet in minutes, making it easier to find coverage that fits their needs and budget. Whether renewing online for the first time or switching from a traditional agent-led process, drivers can enjoy a simpler and more transparent way to manage their car insurance.
To renew your Proton or Perodua car insurance and enjoy RM100 in savings with promo code "MYR100", request a quote from PolicyStreet at policystreet.com.my between 10 and 24 June 2026. Stack your promos and referrals to make your savings extra kaw!
About PolicyStreet Group
PolicyStreet Group is a full-stack insurance technology (insurtech) group of companies providing digital insurance solutions to businesses and consumers across Asia and Australia.
The Group operates through multiple entities across its key markets and business lines, including its insurance distribution, embedded insurance, and reinsurance arms. It partners with over 40 insurance and takaful providers globally to deliver employee benefits and group insurance solutions, insurance aggregation services, and digital infrastructure that simplifies insurance.
PolicyStreet Group is backed by leading venture capital firms Altara Ventures and Gobi Partners, as well as sovereign wealth funds Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Cool Japan Fund. The Group serves over 10 million customers with more than US$10 billion in sum insured. It was featured in the Financial Times and Statista's Top 500 High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2026 list and named "Most Disruptive Insurtech in Malaysia" at the Insurance Asia News (IAN) Country Awards for Excellence 2025.
About PolicyStreet Malaysia
PolicyStreet Malaysia is the PolicyStreet Group's Malaysian subsidiary, providing consumer insurance alongside employee benefits and group insurance solutions.
It is an approved Financial Adviser and Islamic Financial Adviser regulated by Bank Negara Malaysia. As part of the PolicyStreet Group, it leverages the Group's technology capabilities to simplify access to insurance and enhance customer experience.
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Proton Perodua Save Kaw Kaw: PolicyStreet Offers RM100 Off Car Insurance for Proton and Perodua Owners
