In the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires estimated to cost more than $250 billion, Dryad Networks, a pioneer in ultra-early wildfire detection technology, has announced a demonstration of the world’s first fully functional drone prototype solution to autonomously detect, locate, monitor and eventually extinguish wildfires.
April 1, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Semtech Corporation, a high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service provider, has announced a key enhancement to its AirLink router portfolio with additional support for Anterix spectrum. Anterix, Inc. is one of the largest holder of licensed spectrum in the 900 MHz band (896-901/935-940 MHz) throughout the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Central to this collaboration between Semtech and Anterix is the integration of the newly standardised Band 106 private LTE band into the ultra-rugged AirLink XR60 5G router tailored to the mission-critical needs of the energy and utility sectors.
March 25, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Terrestar Solutions Inc., one of the only Canadian mobile satellite operator pioneering the deployment of satellite hybrid Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity across Canada, has announced a partnership with Monogoto, a cloud-based cellular network provider. This collaboration will empower solution providers and enterprises to deliver reliable, scalable and resilient Hybrid IoT connectivity, ensuring devices remain connected to both cellular and satellite networks.
March 7, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
The MIPI Alliance, an international organisation that develops interface specifications for mobile and mobile-influenced industries, has announced the appointment of Hezi Saar from Synopsys, Inc. (Synopsys) as chair of the MIPI Alliance Board of Directors. Saar, who had served as board treasurer since 2016, assumed the chair role from longtime board member Sanjiv Desai, who stepped down in conjunction with his retirement from Intel Corporation.
January 24, 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
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
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.
January 16, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
SmartSense by Digi has announced the appointment of Stefanie Miller, the managing director of category strategy and growth at Kellanova Europe, to its food service advisory board, which focuses on consumer packaged goods (CPG) safety. Miller joins a group of leaders from Giant Eagle, Schnuck Markets, NewRoad Capital Partners, Nutrition Core Solutions and Clipper Advisory Group. (more…)
January 7, 2025
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Digi International has announced the nomination of two new members to its board of directors: Valerie Heusinkveld and Allison West Hughes. In addition, Sally Smith, a Digi director since 2018, has announced her intention to retire from the board at the conclusion of the company’s annual meeting to be held on February 3, 2025. The election of Ms. Heusinkveld and Ms. Hughes will be voted on by the company’s stockholders at that same annual meeting. (more…)
December 17, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Reconext has announced the appointment of Shahriyar Rahmati as the chief executive officer, effective immediately. Rahmati brings extensive leadership experience and a vision that aligns with Reconext’s mission and ambitions for future growth. (more…)
November 7, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska