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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Matcha is a building energy intelligence platform that connects building monitoring, smart sensors, EV charging, and on-site battery storage into a single managed system — reducing utility costs for property owners and residents while delivering reliable electrification as a building amenity. Our hardware-agnostic platform integrates with new or existing EVSE and battery storage systems, paired with a turnkey service model and flexible as-a-service leasing options that minimize upfront capital requirements.