Dubai has added another global achievement to its growing list of accolades after being named the world’s second-most intelligent city in the inaugural BCG Intelligent Cities Index 2026. Via BCGDubai Leads the World in AI and Smart Technology AdoptionWhile Dubai placed second overall, it claimed the top global position in the Adoption category, outperforming every other city in implementing smart technologies and artificial intelligence. Madrid ranked first for Intelligent City Strategy. This distribution highlights that while several cities excel in specific areas, Dubai has established itself as the global benchmark for turning smart city strategies into real-world implementation. Via MiddleEastNewsDubai’s second-place global ranking in the BCG Intelligent Cities Index 2026, combined with its world-leading performance in AI and smart technology adoption, reinforces the emirate’s position as one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities.