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NeoLedge joins the vendors cited by Gartner® in the Hype Cycle for Smart City Technologies and Solutions, 2026, published on July 10, 2026, in the “Civic and Community Development” category. We believe that this recognition confirms NeoLedge’s commitment alongside local authorities to building cities that are closer to their residents, more inclusive and smarter.
“Data-smart” cities, not just “tech-smart”
In our opinion, the report paints a picture of a sector undergoing profound change, driven by AI and a growing demand for trust in data. Gartner states:
« Advanced data analytics and AI can help cities improve the way they work, involve citizens more, and make services easier to use. But if the data is not reliable and trusted, smart city projects risk becoming more about technology and AI, and less about people. »
— Gartner, Hype Cycle for Smart City Technologies and Solutions, 2026
Gartner assigns this category “Civic and Community Development” a “high” benefit rating, “emerging” maturity, and expected mainstream adoption within 2 to 5 years. To us, this is a sign of a market poised to accelerate strongly in the coming years.
NeoLedge’s role in this shift
In this context, NeoLedge is cited by Gartner as one of the Sample Vendors in the “Civic and Community Development” category.
“To us, being cited by Gartner in this category confirms what we see every day alongside local authorities: technology alone is no longer enough. The success of smart cities now rests on combining AI, reliable data, digital sovereignty, governance and citizen trust. At NeoLedge, we build our solutions around this conviction, so that innovation always remains in the service of people.” — Sami Mcharek, CEO, NeoLedge
Gartner subscribers can access the full report here: https://www.gartner.com/en/documents/8116697
Source:
Gartner, Hype Cycle for Smart City Technologies and Solutions, 2026, Bettina Tratz-Ryan, Roland Rivera, July 10, 2026
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