Top Smart Cities Startups in 2026

We have pioneered the focus on creating accessible Electric Vehicle charging platforms and stations through our products, we've assisted a range of individuals, companies and sectors and continue to promote access to EV charging platforms.

Local Logic is an information company that empowers thoughtful decision making by providing insight into locations. Our algorithms leverage a combination of geospatial data and user generated usage data to quantify qualitative aspects of location for every address in a city. At Local Logic we believe that information reveals insight, empowers decisions and inspires innovation.

Swiftly develops enterprise software to help transit agencies and cities improve urban mobility. Built by transportation experts for transportation professionals, the Swiftly platform harnesses billions of data points and sophisticated algorithms to improve transit system performance, service reliability, and real-time passenger information. Over 50 cities from coast to coast use Swiftly’s technology platform, improving transportation services for millions of riders each day. Swiftly is backed by leading mobility investors, including Ford Smart Mobility, Samsung NEXT, Via ID, and RATP Dev.

MicroSec (usec.io) is a deep technology cybersecurity company working in the domain of IoT and IIoT cybersecurity. Founded by Hackers, Scientists, and world-class developers, MicroSec is revolutionizing Cybersecurity for IoT and is helping to build smart cities across the globe. Microsec works on deep challenging problems of cybersecurity and keeps hackers at bay by providing a full 360-degree protection cybersecurity suite.

Urban SDK is a system of record for Local Government infrastructure operations, planning and development. Our geospatial data index monitors critical assets and processes to replace manual data collection, analysis errors and staff inefficiencies. Identify, analyze and maintain regulated processes with big data analytics.

Research and trends confirm that there is a strong need for more local information and social engagement. On hoplr - the digital platform tailored to cities and towns - users can hop from city to city to immerse themselves in local information, the trading of used goods, events and promotions. In contrast to the traditional platforms departing from the individual, hoplr turns the tables by collecting information around local communities and their needs. hoplr.com

MaC Venture Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on finding ideas, technology and products that can become infectious. We invest in technology companies that benefit from shifts in cultural trends and behaviors in an increasingly diverse global marketplace. Our proven track record of 100+ investments has unlocked growth opportunities through capital, advisement, and relationship building. MaC VC is the result of the merger between successful Los Angeles and Bay Area-based Seed funds, Cross Culture Ventures and M Ventures. Funds: - MaC Venture Capital 2019 - M Ventures Fund II - M Ventures Fund I - Cross Culture Ventures I

Datakrew is revolutionizing EV fleet intelligence with cutting-edge IoT/AI solutions. Our flagship solution, OXRED Platform Suite, provides deep insights into vehicle fleet performance and diagnostics. And, our embedded hardware device, ITUS EV Scanner, integrated with vehicles of all makes/models and captures real-time usage data for deep insights into vehicle performance and diagnostics. Datakrew is backed by leading global investors like Greenwillow Capital, BEENEXT, 500 Global, AngelList, SEEDS (SG Growth Capital), XA Network, Cloud Capital, Lighthouse Canton, and others. We have an active customer footprint in 7 countries. Our goal is to serve one million EVs within the next 5 years, and as a company, touch a billion lives with technology.

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E-180 believe all Humans can propel each other's greatness, simply by sharing our experiences, knowledge, successes and failures with each other. That's why we created Braindate, connecting you for one-on-one, face-to-face knowledge-sharing conversations. After launching our first product 5 years ago, we will build this year on partnerships such as TED, Airbnb and Salesforces to bring collaborative learning to millions. If you are interested in redefining what working and learning mean, talk to us.