“The buck stops here” is a saying made famous in the 1940s by Harry S. Truman, 33rd President of the United States. It still resonates with today’s CEOs, who ultimately bear the responsibility for their companies’ mistakes and misdeeds except when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), apparently says Dr. Scott Zoldi is chief analytics officer at FICO. (more…)
September 2, 2021
Posted by: Scott Zoldi
Almost all buildings in the UK are connected to the mains water supply, coming directly to each property, which is turned on and off by a stopcock, says Matthew Margetts, director of sales and marketing at Smarter Technologies. (more…)
August 26, 2021
Posted by: Matthew Margetts
Do we need ‘quick wins’ to build public support for smart cities? Or is it the IoT sector’s job (quietly and invisibly) to provide better, safer, greener lives for today’s smart citizens? Should we be winning hearts and minds with dazzling services, or silently enhancing the quality of life? Jeremy Cowan gets some surprising answers from Francesca Serravalle, Colt’s emerging technologies director, and Magnus Melander, founder of Sweden-based IoT Alliance, SMSE and tech hub THINGS. Plus sport takes over from space programmes as a top tech-driver. And <<SHOCK NEWS>> Bill Gates may have backed a winner in electric-powered aviation!
August 12, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
This article first appeared inside the Tech Trends Report
Mobile network operators (MNOs) are investing billions in 5G infrastructure but are they failing to maximise the monetisation opportunities by applying traditional telecoms business models to this new era, asks TechTrends managing editor George Malim?
July 7, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
This article first appeared in Transport 360 magazine.
Although the pandemic has meant passengers are staying home, the retail supply chain has massively increased its utilisation of rail cargo.
To handle this growth and deal with the challenges of attracting passengers back to rail transport, train operating companies are increasingly adopting IoT systems and applications. To achieve this, they’ll need to automate and add industrial computers, sensors, monitors and gateways to gain visibility into passenger flows, offer improved experiences and run their trains to ensure passenger safety and minimised environmental impact.
July 5, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
(Sponsored News) June 16, 2021 – Chainway, a long-term Impinj Gold partner, has been working very closely with Impinj to design and develop a wide range of high-performance RFID modules and devices. Recently, Impinj, a leading provider and pioneer of RAIN RFID solutions, officially announced its next generation of RAIN RFID reader chips.
In the following months, Chainway will unveil the next generation of RFID modules and readers, as well as some new RFID-related products, all powered by Impinj E710, E510, E310 RAIN RFID chips.
The first upcoming upgraded and new products are：
C72 Handheld RFID Reader will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C72 is an Android rugged RFID reader that boasts best-in-class UHF RFID capability. Built with an embedded Impinj RAIN RFID reader chip, it enables more than 15m of read distance outdoors. The RFID reader features optional barcode scanning, Octa-Core processor and 8000mAh powerful battery to perfectly meet demands in intensive applications, especially in asset management, retail, warehousing, apparel inventory, expressway toll, fleet management, finance, etc.
MR20 Wearable RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway MR20 is our refined and new generation of wearable Bluetooth UHF reader. Being a compact and portable device, it can be operated together with gloves, wristbands, or lanyards and make your work much more flexible and convenient. With a built-in UHF module, Chainway MR20 possesses a powerful data-collection and transmission function via a simple Bluetooth connection with Android or iOS devices.
C66 Handheld RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C66 UHF is a well-built handheld terminal with large-screen-display. Self- developed UHF module integrated with Impinj RFID chip enables the C66 UHF to offer outstanding sensitivity and stability. Built with Android 9.0 and Qualcomm Octa-core processor, it features remarkable configurations and accessories. Besides, it can be equipped optionally with a barcode-data-collection engine as well. All these features make the device perfectly suitable to be adopted in industries like Logistics & Express, Warehouse, Retail & Asset management to assist the customers.
C61 Handheld RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C61 UHF is a high-class handheld terminal. Featured with a self-developed UHF module integrated with Impinj RFID chip, it possesses ultra-long distance/ultra-large-scale/bulk-tags reading ability with accuracy, stability, and speed. Built with Android 9.0 and Qualcomm Octa-core processor, C61 offers abundant options include three different keypad versions (27/37/47 keys), a detachable 6700mAh battery supporting quick-charge, and optional 5200mAh battery for pistol grip, etc. This device can be easily implemented in various industries like logistics, manufacturing, retailing, etc.
R5 Wearable RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway R5 is a lightweight wearable UHF reader. Equipped with an embedded Impinj RAIN RFID chip, it enables read distance of over 9m. It allows user information interaction via Bluetooth coordinated with APP or SDK. And it also can be paired with Android/IOS device to expand RFID capability. This RFID reader can be suitable for warehousing, power inspection, asset management, retail, etc., which provides users with more flexibility to efficiently finish their tasks at hand.
R6 RFID Sled Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway R6 is specially designed for a complete one-piece solution with smart phone/PDA. Paired with Android/IOS-based smart phone and terminal, it can be easily transformed into a professional data collection device. Built with Impinj RAIN RFID chip, it features powerful UHF reading and writing that enables read distance of over 10m outdoors. The RFID reader is comfortable in hand, easily detached, and can fulfill tasks in power patrol inspection, apparel cycle-counting, warehousing, asset management, fleet management, finance, etc.
CPR30 RFID Printer (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway CPR30 RFID printer is compact, simple to operate, stable and durable. It provides both thermal transfer and direct thermal modes, and supports the printing of barcodes, RFID labels, receipts, wristbands, etc., which fully meets the requirements of a wide range of industries.
June 21, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
Whether it’s starlings teaching us about high speed, resilient networks, or training IoT execs by Horsepower, Gilli Coston and Ken Figueredo show that the world of technology has much to learn from Nature. It’s also Human Nature to make fantastically bad decisions – and Trending Tech Podcast hears how technology can bail you out if you decide to post a friend home from Australia. Listen, people do! Plus the SEC says Blockchain is more than a question of trust … it’s also about iced tea. And finally, Jeremy Cowan gets an eyeful of upcoming news in Augmented Reality.
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May 25, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
Artificial intelligence (AI) at the edge is changing healthcare, retail and Audi cars, as Intel’s IoT Group vice president, John Healy tells Jeremy Cowan and George Malim. It’s cutting auto safety inspection costs in half, speeding life-saving cancer diagnoses, and creating Covid-safe shopping in Latin America. Plus we learn how chipmakers globally are tackling supply problems that have halted vehicle production. The semiconductor industry is facing an “awakening”, says Healy, as it shape-shifts to meet “insatiable demand” for silicone. Finally, we hear which African country is a leader in satellite cartography, and how Amazon is playing games with its warehouse staff.
April 19, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
Technology events are starting to re-open face-to-face, but are we ready to attend? Many people only want to join virtual events. So what can we expect in 2021 and how will events change in 2022? Tech Trends Podcast asks a successful event organiser, Giles Cummings, and a top keynote speaker, Matt Hatton for their views on the way forward. Plus, are we witnessing Peak Tech? Big Tech firms face big problems in East and West. And we gawp at $69 million spent on one digital artwork.
March 25, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
Valuable new software is coming to a telco near you, and it could change your home life. Big claim? Well, early evidence shows that communication service providers (CSPs) may be on the cusp of a major revenue and reputation boost. In the latest Tech Trends Podcast Jeremy Cowan quizzes telecoms analyst, Teresa Cottam of Omnisperience about their new report showing that connected customer assurance & protection services (CCAPS) are urgently needed by consumers as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The signs are there are big reputations and big money to be won. But will telcos be the ones that win?
February 15, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network