Press Releases

Global cellular IoT connectivity and eSIMs provided for Voi e-scooters by Arkessa and Ericsson

Ericsson and Arkessa are excited to provide a secure, managed global connectivity solution that supports the rapid and efficient deployment of Voi e-scooter fleets around the world, helping to increase micro-mobility in cities. With global SIMs supplied by Arkessa, Voi can easily provision and activate scooters and manage its fleet of connected scooters worldwide, regardless of their location. (more…)

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January 19, 2021

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Sequans introduces Calliope 2: A new generation of LTE Cat 1 technology for IoT applications

Sequans Communications S.A. announced that its second-generation LTE Cat 1 chip platform, Calliope 2, will soon be sampling. Calliope 2 is designed for the cost-effective support of IoT applications that require VoLTE and a data rate higher than 100 kilobits per second that cannot be supported by LTE-M or NB-IoT technologies. (more…)

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January 8, 2021

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

UK’s nationwide IoT network launched by Connexin

Internet of Things (IoT) and smart city operator, Connexin is to expand LoRaWAN connectivity across the UK to support the development of national smart networks, claims to be first of its kind. (more…)

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January 4, 2021

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

KATEK acquires Leesys Group in Leipzig

KATEK SE, the German electronics service provider, acquires the Leipzig-based Leesys Group. The Munich-based electronics service provider is thus continuing on its growth path. (more…)

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December 30, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Kaohsiung city aims to become the new southbound gateway by building its 5G smart city

Under the announcement of Kaohsiung City Mayor Chen Chi-Mai, the Kaohsiung Smart City Committee was established. (more…)

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December 28, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Velodyne joins Qualcomm smart city accelerator program

Velodyne Lidar, Inc announced it has joined the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program to promote using lidar technology in smart city solutions. (more…)

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December 23, 2020

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New mobile application to help monitor diabetics’ health

Through the 3D immersive online platform “Smart City Taiwan 360”, the Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) will showcase the solutions for smart cities developed by Taiwanese companies, as well as Taiwan’s leadership and technological capabilities via Smart City Taiwan 360 . (more…)

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December 22, 2020

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Edge computing investment by network operators to hit $8.3 billion by 2025

A new study by Juniper Research has found that network operator spend on MEC (Multi-access Edge Computing) will grow from $2.7 billion (€2.22 billion) in 2020, to $8.3 billion (€6.83 billion) in 2025, as operators invest heavily in upgrading network capacities and infrastructure to support the increasing data generated by 5G networks. (more…)

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December 15, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Terbine and Flash Labs partner to bring distributed security to smart cities transactions

Terbine and Flash Labs Corporation U.S. affiliate of Hyundai BS&C announced a strategic partnership to bring blockchain based security to sensor data that moves within and between smart cities. (more…)

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December 10, 2020

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Nozomi and Chinook team to deliver OT and IoT security for industrial and critical infrastructure facilities

Nozomi Networks Inc.a specialist in operations technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) security, and Chinook Systems, Inc a provider of building automation and facilities consulting and commissioning services, have partnered to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions. The goal is to protect industrial and critical infrastructure facilities across North America. (more…)

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December 9, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello