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Ways in which IoT is improving our lives

The term Internet of Things (IoT) is increasingly being used to define devices that specifically communicate with the local network, the internet, and each other, independent of human action. (more…)

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August 20, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Router guest networks lack adequate security, say researchers at Israel’s Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

While many network routers offer separate host and guest channels to increase security and privacy, a new study by Ben-Gurion University indicates that routers from well-known manufacturers are vulnerable to cross-router data leaks through a malicious attack. (more…)

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August 16, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Growing adoption of IoT devices is the largest cyber security risk

Crimes of opportunity depend on vulnerabilities. Fast advances in technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) create vulnerabilities. You would be forgiven if you thought you were powerless to protect yourself against the shapeshifting, anywhere-in-the-globe virtual muggers who just invite themselves into your lives through your IoT devices repeatedly and relentlessly. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Verizon approves use of MultiTech MultiConnect microCell USB cellular modem on its network

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., a global supplier of M2M and IoT communication solutions, reports that its MultiConnect microCell LTE Category 1 USB cellular modem with dual-carrier capability has been approved for use on the Verizon network. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Are low-energy Visible Light IoT systems the birth of a new discipline?

New Enlight’em project, coordinated by IMDEA Networks Institute, is set to use Visible Light Communications (VLC) technology to bring connectivity and sustainable ubiquitous communication networks to every LED bulb. (more…)

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August 12, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Zain Saudi and Nokia use 5G network to support remote viewing of Hajj events via live, advanced VR

Zain Saudi Arabia and Nokia successfully demonstrated a 5G-enabled VR (Virtual Reality) advanced use case in Mashaer area and the Holy Mosque area in Makkah. This technology allows visitors to experience Hajj remotely as if they are present on site. (more…)

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August 9, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Iotic partners with IET Academy to deliver e-learning course on IoT security

With increasing concerns about the security of the fast-growing Internet of Things (IoT), the IET (Institution of Engineering & Technology) Academy has teamed up with UK-based Iotic to develop and release a course titled ‘Securing the Internet of Things Networks’. (more…)

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August 8, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Securing IoT through deception

The momentum of IoT adoption is showing no signs of slowing, and with it comes increasingly material risk for both businesses and households. (more…)

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You’ve got IIoT all wrong: Focusing less on tech and more on impact is key to success in the 4IR

Industry 4.0. The Industrial Internet of Things. Digitalisation. Smart manufacturing. The fourth industrial revolution. There are dozens of different names for the uptake in connected technologies and the convergence of IT and OT systems taking place in industry at the moment. One thing most people do agree on, however, is that it’s tech-driven. But should this really be the case? (more…)

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August 7, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Global satellite operator SES selects Amdocs NFV for network automation and to move to the cloud on Microsoft Azure

Amdocs, a provider of software and services to communications and media companies, announced that it will provide SES, a global satellite operator, with its Amdocs Network Function Virtualisation (NFV) solution to modernise and automate its network platforms in the cloud, in an open, software-centric way. (more…)

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August 6, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello