News
Internet of Things (IoT)
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November 27, 2023
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Nov'23
Advanced metering infrastructure deployment to exceed expectations
Research predicts that while proprietary and RF communications technologies will remain pivotal connectivity options for water AMI projects in the foreseeable future, emerging alternatives are rapidly growing
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November 23, 2023
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Nov'23
Growing European mobile data traffic drives pressure on network investment
Research from global mobile trade association shows that mobile contributed €910bn to Europe’s economy in 2022
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November 22, 2023
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Nov'23
Slow or fast UK 5G Standalone deployment could make £7.4bn difference
Research shows transformative potential of 5G Standalone technology for the UK economy beyond NHS cost savings and shorter travel times
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November 21, 2023
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Nov'23
Operators unprepared for high gains from low-power IoT roaming
Study finds sophisticated detection crucial to growing revenue in low-power internet of things arena, and recommends operators partner with suppliers that can provide AI-based roaming detection services
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November 20, 2023
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Nov'23
Philadelphia Flyers and Winnipeg Jets net top-shelf Wi-Fi 6 and 6E
Extreme Networks scores more wins in sport as it looks to help leading ice hockey clubs improve fan experience and operational efficiency by making the network the backbone of strategic initiatives
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November 20, 2023
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Nov'23
Norfolk International Terminal expands private 5G for Port of Virginia
One of the largest commercial shipping hubs in the US plans to use its private 5G network to enable drones used for safety and surveillance, autonomous trucks and mobile cranes, and cost reduction from reduced downtime
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November 17, 2023
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Nov'23
Viasat, Skylo Technologies claim first global direct-to-device network
Satellite communications provider and non-terrestrial network service provider announce what they say is world’s first global direct-to-device network
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November 16, 2023
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Nov'23
Lockheed Martin readies 5G satellite comms for take-off
Global aerospace firm completes demo of ‘first regenerative non-terrestrial network 5G satellite base station’ set for launch in orbit in 2024 in self-funded mission to prove capability to connect the globe
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November 15, 2023
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Nov'23
Ericsson RAN unveils transport automaton network controller
Comms tech provider’s transport network performance enhanced with AI-powered service, pinpointing degradations and capacity utilisation issues and providing insights on how to optimise overall network performance
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November 15, 2023
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Nov'23
Satellite firm neXat looks to enhance critical communications with SD-WAN
Business connectivity provider looks to improve communications in key vertical through software-defined wide area network integrating configuration, monitoring and control into a single user platform
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November 14, 2023
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Nov'23
McLaren Applied, Blu Wireless find new gear for ultra high-speed telemetry
Engineering tech provider and mmWave comms firm target new breakthroughs in motorsport connectivity and transformation of fan experience
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November 14, 2023
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Nov'23
Successful launch for fifth, sixth SES 03b mPOWER satellites
With six satellites, satellite operator’s second-generation medium-Earth orbit system is set to provide high-performance connectivity services around the globe from early Q2 2024
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November 14, 2023
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Nov'23
Boldyn Networks to acquire Cellnex private 5G networks business
Shared network infrastructure provider acquires private networks business of independent wireless telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructures operator, including subsidiary to accelerate expansion into Europe
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November 13, 2023
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Nov'23
Qualcomm and Iridium direct-to-device satellite partnership falls out of orbit
Much heralded non-terrestrial-network communications technology collaboration between chip firm and satellite tech company collapses after lack of take-up by smartphone device manufacturers
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November 10, 2023
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Nov'23
5G, AI and IoT drive leading UK smart cities
Survey reveals UK cities are embracing smart technologies but data security concerns hinder urban developments
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November 10, 2023
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Nov'23
Qualcomm reveals operator support for 5G RedCap
OEMs and operators select Snapdragon X35 5G Modem-RF System for 5G RedCap to enable smaller and more cost-efficient 5G devices, with launches beginning in 2024
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November 09, 2023
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Nov'23
Stark digital comms divide between UK rural and urban areas
UK operator’s Connecting the Countryside study finds as many as seven in 10 rural deprived areas have poor mobile coverage and nearly half are total 5G notspots
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November 08, 2023
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Nov'23
Oxa and eVersum join self-driving shuttle roll-out at Belfast Harbour
Self-driving vehicle software developer teams with electric commercial vehicle specialist to deliver self-driving shuttles in Northern Ireland’s leading port as part of Harlander Project, the area’s sustainable transport plan
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November 06, 2023
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Nov'23
Businesses show increased confidence in 5G performance
Research identifies major challenges standing in the way of businesses making good on 5G expectations
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November 03, 2023
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Nov'23
Giken Mobility saddles up with Telenor IoT to enhance electric motorcycle connectivity
Fast-growing player in Southeast Asia’s electric mobility sector deploys managed IoT connectivity solutions as part of mission to offer more features on the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle
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November 01, 2023
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Nov'23
Blues teams with RAKwireless to streamline global IIoT connectivity, prototyping
Industrial internet of things technology provider partners with industrial-focused connectivity and hardware manufacturer to streamline product development
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November 01, 2023
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Nov'23
Bosch Rexroth adds Nokia to automation ecosystem
Comms tech provider collaborates with global engineering firm to integrate virtualised operating system into its MX Industrial Edge on-premise operational technology to support private wireless 5G campus network and Industry 4.0 products
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October 30, 2023
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Oct'23
5G devices evolve beyond smartphones to prop up IoT
Research details dynamic trajectory of 5G devices, from smartphones to pioneering reduced capability and battery-less ambient IoT devices
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October 30, 2023
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Oct'23
Cistermiser, Heliot Europe partner to improve legionella detection through IoT
Operators team to improve legionella detection through use of IoT services and network connectivity
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October 25, 2023
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Oct'23
Demystifying the top five OT security myths
Goh Eng Choon, president of ST Engineering’s cyber business, outlines the common myths around OT security in a bid to raise awareness of the security challenges confronting OT systems
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October 20, 2023
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Oct'23
Public Accounts Committee highlights smart meter failures
In spite of failing to meet roll-out targets, millions of smart meters are not working, and some will break once 3G and 2G networks are switched off
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October 16, 2023
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Oct'23
LoRaWAN Alliance beefs board of directors
Trade association for leading long-range wide area network technology adds key US comms service provider to ecosystem supporting extended IoT connectivity using satellites
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October 12, 2023
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Oct'23
WBA highlights strategies to ensure end-to-end Wi-Fi quality of service
Whitepaper from wireless broadband trade association sets out options enabling end-to-end QoS for applications such as streaming video, multiplayer gaming and videoconferencing
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October 12, 2023
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Oct'23
Global mobile internet growth stalls
Global mobile trade association’s sixth annual global industry round-up reveals smartphone owners are now the global majority, but mobile internet usage is stalling around the world as a digital divide persists
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October 12, 2023
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Oct'23
FloLive, Kigen team with Protahub to provide local IoT cellular connectivity in Turkey
Cellular network and IoT connectivity providers partner with Turkish next-gen telco technology firm to provide services in region where permanent roaming is impossible and IP data must be routed locally
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October 10, 2023
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Oct'23
Commodity IoT providers fail to deliver on resilient connectivity
Report reveals stark finding that IoT success is in danger of being jeopardised as only 1% of firms are achieving ubiquitous global connectivity
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October 10, 2023
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Oct'23
Deutsche Telekom unveils new global enterprise network
Global network to use operator’s globally distributed mobile networks and AWS global backbone
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October 10, 2023
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Oct'23
Vodafone inks Open RAN landmark in Italy and makes first Open RAN call in Romania
Operator and leading coms tech provider unveil technology partnership in key territory designed to strengthen Europe’s standing in software-based networks and achieve functionality and performance parity that compares to its purpose-built solutions
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October 10, 2023
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Oct'23
Atos opens Olympics operations hub
IT services provider aims to deliver a more connected and technologically advanced Olympic and Paralympic Games for athletes, sports federations, the media and general public
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October 09, 2023
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Oct'23
Oxa and eVersum develop and deploy autonomous passenger shuttles
Autonomous vehicle software developer and provider of electric commercial vehicles and passenger transport solutions unveil self-driving, zero-carbon eShuttles claimed to herald new era in public transportation sector
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October 06, 2023
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Oct'23
US 5G users willing to pay premium for enhanced experience
Research from leading comms tech provider finds greatest connectivity issues faced by US consumers are at airports, stadiums and concert venues, and over a quarter of US 5G users have switched providers since the launch
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September 29, 2023
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Sep'23
As India takes off to space, the stardust will fall on IT
India's progress in space technology will yield benefits not only for its burgeoning space industry but also propel IoT and telephony applications
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September 28, 2023
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Sep'23
IoT seeks 5G Advanced possibilities with world’s first ambient IoT visibility platform
Internet of things specialist Wiliot enhances core ambient platform to include real-time humidity sensing – along with temperature and location sensing and carbon emissions measurement – for visibility into enterprise supply chains
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September 28, 2023
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Sep'23
HPE drives Ryder Cup connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E, Private 5G
Tech provider delivers Athonet private 5G service alongside Aruba Networking Wi-Fi technology for the first time, providing connectivity for fans and operations staff at premier golf event
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September 28, 2023
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Samsung Electronics, KDDI to form 5G global network slicing alliance
Global electronics and communications technology provider signs agreement with leading Japanese mobile network operator to form alliance based around key aspect of 5G infrastructure
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September 28, 2023
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Sep'23
NTT, Qualcomm drive AI at the network edge
Mobile platform giant and leading IT infrastructure and services company invest in and accelerate the development of the 5G device ecosystem, including edge-as-a-service offering and 5G-enabled chipsets with AI models built in
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September 27, 2023
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Sep'23
Satcom market set for decade of expansion
Space-based connectivity sector set for much higher orbit as new satellite technology acts as catalyst for improved economics, including lower-capacity pricing and capability to provide higher provisioning rates per site
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September 26, 2023
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Sep'23
Northern Ireland to open largest 5G testbed set for smart manufacturing
UK authority on advanced digital technology announces launch of what it says will be the largest 5G testbed in Northern Ireland
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September 25, 2023
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Sep'23
Casi gets into gear with Hyundai to bring car subscriptions to Europe
Case teams with Hyundai to see its car subscription tech platform be the provider of all technical aspects needed to scale Mocean vehicle services to new European markets
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September 25, 2023
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Sep'23
Virgin Media O2 trials connected farm of the future
UK operator enables mobile communication from anywhere on a farm, and installs network of sensors to monitor items such as soil conditions, machinery, livestock and land boundaries
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September 22, 2023
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Sep'23
Peachtree Corners smart city gets traffic management solution into gear
Pioneer US smart city teams with Intelligent Traffic Control for vehicle control system that can be applied to existing infrastructure to measure traffic and predict and mitigate congestion for safer, more sustainable and efficient travel experience
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September 22, 2023
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Sep'23
Intelsat checks in on Airbus to expand in-flight connectivity
Integrated satellite and terrestrial networks provider’s multi-orbit service will be available for factory and retrofit-installed in-flight connectivity systems as manufacturer further expands customer base for its built-in satcom connectivity ...
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September 21, 2023
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Sep'23
GSMA: 5G enters next phase
State of the union report on 5G notes focus over the next few years will be on improving coverage in less densely populated areas while also ramping up investment to support 5G standalone, 5G-Advanced use cases
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September 20, 2023
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Sep'23
Starlink tops satellite performance ratings
As the space-based connectivity sector gains increasing momentum, research finds that market leading satellite provider hits high levels of customer satisfaction for users in France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand and the UK in Q2 2023
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September 19, 2023
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Sep'23
MTN standardises on IoT connectivity platform
African mobile network operator standardises on Integra platform for its next-generation global eSIM IoT offering to provide connectivity, bundles, verticals and value-added services