The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has released an introductory report on 6G’s potential role titled, “6G – WBA Vision Statement.” The statement calls for greater collaboration between all stakeholders if 6G is to deliver on its promise, and details five key vision points for 6G, to achieve ubiquitous connectivity that comprises Wi-Fi, cellular, non-terrestrial networks, IoT LPWANs, and other wireless technologies at its core.
January 20, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Water Services Corporation (WSC), the utility responsible for managing drinking water and wastewater across the Maltese Islands, has awarded SUEZ a new five-year contract to oversee the smart metering service for water consumption. This contract, extending the longstanding partnership between WSC and SUEZ until 2029, integrates the ON’connect digital platform, featuring advanced WIZE technology.
January 17, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Cavli Wireless, a cellular IoT module manufacturer, has announced the unveiling of its flagship 5G-NR Sub-6 CQM205 Cellular IoT Module, premiering the module post Cavli’s participation at the Consumer Electronics Showcase 2025, which kicked off on 7 January and lasted till the 11th of January. This launch represents a step in Cavli’s journey to influence IoT connectivity, providing Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) with a versatile solution that combines state-of-the-art technology with global compatibility.
Posted by: Marion Webber
The mobile cellular connectivity market has standardised on roaming as a simple mechanism that provides connectivity at home and abroad. Today, millions of Internet of Things (IoT) devices use the same mechanism to connect to networks across the world allowing devices to travel between countries – such as shipping containers – and for manufacturers to create a single product with a single SIM that can access connectivity globally.
Posted by: Marion Webber
LocatorX, a provider of secure IoT sensors and supply chain visibility, has announced the appointment of Patrick Sebastian as chief technology officer (CTO). In this role, Sebastian will oversee the company’s technology strategy and drive the development of its next-generation solutions for asset tracking, authentication and provenance.
Posted by: Marion Webber
Telenor, a telecommunications company, has surpassed 25 million SIM cards that were deployed globally.
Posted by: Marion Webber
Hazera, a global vegetable seeds company and part of Limagrain Group’s vegetable seeds division, and BeeHero, has announced a collaboration to evaluate BeeHero’s Pollination Insight Platform (PIP) for monitoring pollinators in seed production fields around the globe. This collaboration is the result of several years of joint efforts, including the use and evaluation of PIP in various seed fields.
January 16, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Lantronix, a company in Internet of Things (IoT) compute and connectivity IoT solutions, has announced the appointment of Daniel Quant as head of the Industrial IoT (IIoT) Products and Business Line at Lantronix. Reporting directly to Lantronix’s chief strategy officer Mathi Gurusamy, Quant will play a role in driving Lantronix’s vision of integrating Artificial Intelligence into Industrial IoT devices to meet the increasing demand for Edge Intelligence in industrial and enterprise environments.
Posted by: Marion Webber
GMO GlobalSign has announced a new partnership with value added reseller Quantum PKI (formerly Acmetek). The collaboration calls for Quantum PKI to resell all GlobalSign products and services to companies in the United States. In addition, with this new relationship, Quantum PKI will provide current and future GlobalSign customers in the United States with an opportunity to explore and plan the various pathways to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) solutions.
Posted by: Marion Webber
The FiRa Consortium has announced the release of its Core 3.0 Specifications and Certification Programme, notable in ultra-wideband (UWB) technology development. These updates enhance UWB’s capabilities, enabling interoperability and unlocking new possibilities for precise and secure ranging and positioning in diverse applications.
Posted by: Marion Webber