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Renesas to acquire Panthronics to extend connectivity portfolio with near-field communication technology

Tokyo, Japan, 22 March 2023 – Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, has announced its wholly owned subsidiary has entered into a agreement with the shareholders of Panthronics AG, a semiconductor company. The acquisition will enrich Renesas’ portfolio of connectivity technology, extending its reach into high-demand near-field communication (NFC) applications in fintech, IoT, asset tracking, wireless charging, and automotive applications. (more…)

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March 30, 2023

Posted by: Janmesh Chintankar

Netmore begins LoRaWAN rollout in France

Netmore continues the expansion of the European LoRaWAN network and begins the rollout of LoRaWAN infrastructure in France. Commercial market development has already started to establish collaborations with important partners. The infrastructure roll-out will begin in the first quarter of 2023. (more…)

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February 3, 2023

Posted by: Janmesh Chintankar

LoRa Alliance widens certification program, adds SCHC over LoRaWAN testing

The LoRa Alliance, the global association of companies backing the open LoRaWAN standard for Internet of Things (IoT) low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs) has announced that LoRaWAN certification is now available for end-devices using static context header compression (SCHC). Certification is based on the LoRa Alliance technical specifications for IPv6 published last May, which enable the deployment of IPv6 over LoRaWAN solutions. (more…)

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November 29, 2022

Posted by: Shriya Raban

Wirepas appoints Simon Beresford-Wylie as new chair of its board of directors

Wirepas has announces the appointment of Simon Beresford-Wylie as the new chair of its board of directors. The appointment will take effect on November 2022. The British-Australian technology veteran will bring an invaluable contribution to the company as it scales its proven licensing model globally in the fastest growing IoT verticals. (more…)

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November 25, 2022

Posted by: Shriya Raban

Podcast: Sustainability is spelled I-o-T, argues Vodafone

There are many claimed benefits for the Internet of Things (IoT), and underpinning plenty of them is Environmental Sustainability. But are smart metering, remote monitoring, connected transport and waste management really building a sustainable future? Is it ‘greenwashing’ or are mobile networks genuinely enabling greener lives for everyone? In the latest Trending Tech podcast Eric Brenneis, CEO of Vodafone IoT, argues that promoting IoT-enabled services isn’t just good for his networks’ image, it’s good for the planet. Plus Amy Cameron, research director at analysts, STL Partners tells Jeremy Cowan, that green agendas are even helping companies retain staff.

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November 18, 2022

Posted by: IoT global network

Wi-SUN Alliance report: IoT security fears fall by over 30% in the last five years, data privacy concerns grow

04 August, 2022 – Fears over security have become less of a concern for organisations adopting IoT solutions than it was five years ago, according to a recent study by Wi-SUN Alliance, a global member-based association of companies driving the adoption of interoperable wireless solutions for use in smart cities, smart utilities, IoT and industrial IoT (IIoT) applications. (more…)

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August 9, 2022

Posted by: Janmesh Chintankar

New LTE700 antenna from HUBER+SUHNER empowers mission-critical networks

As the amount of data traffic for mission critical networks continues to grow, this directly impacts the requirement for a broader frequencies range. To meet the challenge of this increasing demand, HUBER+SUHNER has developed the LTE700 antenna, the latest addition to the special communication portfolio, enabling reliable communication for private and mission critical networks. (more…)

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July 21, 2022

Posted by: Janmesh Chintankar

Podcast: Deepfakes and fraud: Coming to a phone near you!

Deepfakes? Aren’t they a bit Mission Impossible? Well, apparently not, as we hear from Dr. Nikolay Gaubitch at US-based network security specialists, Pindrop. In the latest Trending Tech Podcast, he says fraudsters have already used the AI-based technology with partial success in a $35 million bank fraud attempt in Dubai. This could become a common story if service providers don’t take preventive measures. And even fraudsters have been affected by Covid-led delays at contact centres. Now that’s a shame, says Jeremy Cowan, editorial director of IoT Now and The Evolving Enterprise! So hackers are bypassing the centres altogether. Plus, the Trending Tech Podcast tells how Google Maps helped catch a mafia boss on the run for 20 years.

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May 26, 2022

Posted by: IoT global network

Batelco and Ericsson sign MoU for 5G technologies and innovations in Bahrain

Batelco and Ericsson have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on 5G technologies and innovations in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s digital economy vision. This latest MoU is part of Batelco’s efforts to enhance its network capabilities to achieve future goals for 5G technology, in addition to supporting development programs for new use cases that highlight the potential of 5G for consumers and enterprises. (more…)

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April 18, 2022

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Kerlink & VIoT Group deploying Vietnam’s nationwide LoRaWAN network & Helium blockchain system

Thorigne-Fouillard, France and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. 15 March 2022 – Kerlink, a specialist in solutions dedicated to the Internet of Things (IoT), and VIoT Group, a specialist smart urban & industrial park development in Vietnam, announced their partnership to rollout Vietnam’s nationwide LoRaWAN IoT network, and VIoT’s plan to support Helium‘s “The People’s Network”. (more…)

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March 15, 2022

Posted by: Anasia D'mello