The project, launched on March 5 as a partnership between the department, Dell Technologies and NVIDIA, aims to create “Miami’s AI-driven urban metaverse — a real-time, intelligent and evolving model of the city that will drive smarter planning, faster innovation and more resilient urban growth,” according to a press release from the city.
With the latest expansion, the project will cover north of Brickell Avenue to I-195 or NW 36th Street, east of I-95.
“The Miami AI Digital Twin is designed to be far more than a visualization tool,” the city’s press release states. “It will serve as a living, data-powered engine — layered with real-time insights, advanced simulation capabilities, predictive analytics and AI-driven urban intelligence.”
For example, the digital twin can visualize concepts related to traffic management, zoning optimization, climate resilience and real estate development. However, the main reason for the expansion is to allow innovators to test new ideas in a digital space before executing them physically.
Meanwhile, other potential applications include:
- Simulating the real-world impact of technologies across transportation, housing, infrastructure and civic services before undergoing a full-scale market launch
- Building platforms and tools that integrate seamlessly into the dynamic infrastructure of the city
- Validating solutions in a high-fidelity environment that mirrors the complexity of real urban systems
Specific focus areas for the open call include artificial intelligence, XR and immersive technologies, property tech and real estate innovation, mobility and transit solutions, urban simulation tools, civic technology and data infrastructure and analytics.
More information about the city’s AI-driven Brickell digital twin project can be found online.
