Internet of Things (IoT)

Find out more about the emerging Internet of Things (IoT), read the latest definition and get advice on how to manage the massive growth in connected devices and objects. Learn how to deploy the Internet of Things and assess its future impact on the network.

News 29 Nov 2023
Aerodyne taps AWS to power drone platform

The Malaysia-based startup is running its Dronos platform on AWS to expand its footprint globally and support a variety of drone use cases, from agriculture seeding to cellular tower maintenance Continue Reading
News 28 Nov 2023
Carlsberg serves up IoT to bring bars into digital world

Brewer taps into global internet of things network to obtain real-time data on what’s selling at what time of day in which type of outlet and to obtain early warning of any technical problems Continue Reading

News 06 Jul 2020

Radius aims to get ahead of the curve with new telecoms division

Converged technology, mobile and fixed line telecoms provider’s new division aims to help companies get the ‘smartest approach’ to their operations Continue Reading
News 06 Jul 2020

UK government defies critics and leads acquisition of sat tech firm OneWeb

Government plans to deliver UK’s first sovereign space capability through constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, but $500m investment is criticised Continue Reading
News 06 Jul 2020

How Infor Nexus is helping to digitalise Asia’s supply chain

Infor’s Nexus unit has been supporting digitalisation efforts in Asia’s supply chain industry before the Covid-19 pandemic, which has accelerated adoption of cloud-based offerings in the region Continue Reading
News 02 Jul 2020

Telco edge to accompany 5G roll-outs in APAC

Pilot projects are underway in the Asia-Pacific to deploy telco edge infrastructure to support high-bandwidth, low-latency applications Continue Reading
News 30 Jun 2020

Optus to test 5G mmWave technology

The Australian telco is testing mmWave technology using the 26GHz band at four locations in Sydney Continue Reading
News 29 Jun 2020

Ericsson gets head of steam for 5G connectivity in European rail industry

Swedish tech supplier joins Association of the European Rail Supply Industry to show how next-generation networks can enable the industry to meet tomorrow’s IT and communications challenges Continue Reading
Feature 29 Jun 2020

How Malaysia’s industries are tapping IoT

Computer Weekly speaks to four industries that claim to have benefited from various IoT deployments and how it has changed their businesses Continue Reading
News 25 Jun 2020

UK, US workers report ‘overwhelmingly’ positive experiences of remote working

Study finds that despite challenges, mass remote working due to Covid-19 has been a net benefit on both sides of the Atlantic, suggesting companies should maintain some degree of flexible working Continue Reading
News 25 Jun 2020

Ericsson, Nokia to power Singapore’s 5G networks

European telecoms network suppliers Ericsson and Nokia have been selected by Singapore telcos to deploy the country’s two standalone 5G networks Continue Reading
News 23 Jun 2020

Viavi introduces 3D geolocation for 5G networks

Looking to ‘command’ 5G infrastructures, network monitoring and assurance technology firm unveils what it claims is first patented 3D 5G geolocation system Continue Reading
News 23 Jun 2020

Huawei to invest S$5m in Singapore to boost tech ecosystem

Huawei is pumping in S$5m this year to develop joint partner offerings in Singapore with a focus on artificial intelligence Continue Reading
News 22 Jun 2020

Global 5G subscriptions to hit nearly three billion by 2025

5G will account for a fifth of mobile subscriptions by 2025 in Southeast Asia and Oceania, underscoring the keen adoption of emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific region Continue Reading
News 22 Jun 2020

Telus turns on first wave of Canadian 5G network

Operator announces latest part of its infrastructure evolution with 5G network designed to enhance the coverage, speed and reliability for customers across Canada Continue Reading
News 19 Jun 2020

Cisco makes statement of intent for ‘new normal’ networking priorities

Networking technology giant adds new capabilities across its intent-based networking portfolio to give customers greater control, security, insights to drive better digital experiences. Continue Reading
News 18 Jun 2020

Environmental concerns set to put brake on future business trips

Research finds nearly half of UK workers are concerned about the negative environmental impact of business travel, with almost two-fifths actively wanting to reduce the number of times they travel for work Continue Reading
Feature 17 Jun 2020

GE Digital CTO on data, AI role in digital twin applications

Colin Parris, founder of GE's digital twin effort, lays out the reasons data management can make or break an application and why pairing digital twins with AI makes each one better. Continue Reading
News 17 Jun 2020

HPE aims to hit right note for 5G with edge orchestrator

Tech firm says new release gives power back to telcos to offer value-added edge computing services such as AI-powered video analytics, industrial automation and VR retail services Continue Reading
News 16 Jun 2020

Industry-wide consensus needed to put autonomous vehicles on the map

Shareable geospatial mapping data will be key to the predicted roll-out of self-driving vehicles in 2030, and the UK is in the fast lane to lead development of these regulations Continue Reading
News 15 Jun 2020

University Hospitals Birmingham calls on BT for remote diagnostic station

UK’s largest health trust sets up clinicians to work with multidisciplinary teams for remote clinical support in real time over a converged 4G/5G and Wi-Fi network Continue Reading
News 12 Jun 2020

100,000 cheap wireless cameras vulnerable to hacking

Active devices built by Chinese firm HiChip have been sold in the UK as webcams and connected baby monitors Continue Reading
News 12 Jun 2020

5G at ‘tipping point’ as Nokia reveals biggest drivers for enterprise 5G

While analyst believes ‘enormous’ investment required and lack of killer apps put 5G growth in doubt, comms tech giant Nokia paints picture of IT decision-makers making tracks with next-gen infrastructure Continue Reading
News 11 Jun 2020

O2 extends 5G network, hits 10,000 mark for LTE-M in UK

Operator says network technologies will revolutionise the way people and businesses use mobile connectivity, unlocking huge possibilities for the UK’s economy and society Continue Reading
News 10 Jun 2020

Licensed low-power cellular market gains high traction

With the current extensive deployment of 4G networks and continued expansion of 5G, licensed low-power IoT applications and use cases are set to take off Continue Reading
Feature 09 Jun 2020

Digital twin technology on turbulent climb to stratosphere

Digital twins may be the hottest thing in the already overhyped IoT. The potential is real, but deciding what goes into digital twins and linking them with enterprise data is no small feat. Continue Reading
News 09 Jun 2020

SES Water turns on IoT tap to reduce leaks

Vodafone announces 10-year deal with utility firm to provide internet of things solution to revolutionise how water leaks are prevented and detected Continue Reading
News 09 Jun 2020

Australia’s AGL to move most systems to Azure cloud

Energy supplier is moving more than 200 applications and most systems to Azure in a three-year deal with Microsoft Continue Reading
News 04 Jun 2020

Why GovTech is building its own robotics stack

Singapore’s Government Technology Agency has developed a robotics technology stack that will power robots using capabilities from commercial suppliers and the open source community Continue Reading
News 04 Jun 2020

The Security Interviews: How the BSI protects the IoT from itself

David Mudd of the BSI reveals how a pragmatic and realistic approach to security vulnerabilities underpins its internet of things kitemark, helping give users the confidence to buy smart devices safely Continue Reading
News 02 Jun 2020

Enterprises planning future with 5G and Wi-Fi 6

Deloitte study shows advanced wireless technologies increasingly seen as a ‘force multiplier’ for emerging technologies including AI, IoT, cloud and edge computing Continue Reading
Tip 01 Jun 2020

How to fortify IoT access control to improve cybersecurity

Security technology is still playing catch-up with the new risks and attack vectors associated with IoT. Learn how to improve IoT access control and identity management here. Continue Reading
News 29 May 2020

Wireless Broadband Alliance calls for single global Wi-Fi network

Global wireless ecosystem consortium unveils WBA OpenRoaming to offer automatic and secure connection of billions of devices to millions of Wi-Fi networks Continue Reading
News 29 May 2020

Qualcomm aims to tap into Wi-Fi 6E with ‘world’s most advanced’ mobile wireless portfolio

Hot on the heels of FCC action described as milestone and watershed moment for innovation that will supercharge connectivity, wireless processor giant aims to cash in on new wireless standard Continue Reading
News 29 May 2020

Government launches IoT security funding round

A £400,000 funding pot is on offer for innovators to design schemes that boost internet-of-things security Continue Reading
News 29 May 2020

O2 completes Innovate UK cyber security project blueprint for self-driving cars

Leading UK telco O2 finalises projects to protect data integrity of connected cars as part of major UK project into autonomous vehicles on UK roads Continue Reading
News 28 May 2020

Covid-19 calculated to cause 18% drop in net new IoT devices in 2020

Fleet management, heavy transport vehicles, equipment, fixed assets and digital signage are among the internet of things applications hit hardest by the pandemic Continue Reading
News 28 May 2020

IoT buyers eye private network deployments for added security

Fully private, segregated networks for IoT deployments are becoming increasingly attractive to many organisations, according to a report Continue Reading
News 26 May 2020

Thailand gears up for 5G

Thai government forms 26-member committee to develop a roadmap for 5G adoption and address roadblocks related to the recall of unused spectrum from state agencies Continue Reading
News 22 May 2020

UK workers struggle to unplug from ‘new normal’ at home

As the country enters month three of enforced working from home, research reveals that as personal devices and app overload blurs home-work life, concerns arise over productivity and the mental state of the workforce Continue Reading
E-Zine 22 May 2020

CW Nordics: Startups face tough decisions as coronavirus hits

Tech startups based in the Nordic region face difficult decisions as the Covid-19 pandemic leads to falling sales and investment. Also read why Swedbank is rebuilding its anti-money laundering systems, and how Nordic fintechs are developing apps to prevent more adults getting into financial difficulty. Continue Reading
News 20 May 2020

Nokia, KDDI trial fully virtualised 5G cloud RAN

Finnish comms tech supplier Nokia adds to portfolio of customers trailing its cloud RAN solutions in deal with leading Japanese operator KDDI, including Nokia AirScale Continue Reading
News 20 May 2020

Nearly two-thirds of US small businesses to continue with remote working post-pandemic

Survey reveals small businesses are having a big rethink on remote working as a fundamental business practice when the coronavirus pandemic has passed Continue Reading
News 19 May 2020

Ericsson extends 5G reach with China Telecom, China Unicom

Leading Chinese operators tap Swedish comms tech giant for 5G core portfolio systems, including cloud packet, NFVI, dynamic orchestration and spectrum sharing Continue Reading
Feature 18 May 2020

2B or not 2C? That is the question for 5G

A flurry of 5G network launches in all major markets in Asia, North America and Europe, focused on consumer applications and services. This looks set to change in 2020 as the operators get down to business Continue Reading
News 18 May 2020

Worldwide comms services industry projected to take limited hit from Covid-19

Coronavirus pandemic has changed some trends in the global telecom services market, but operators have adapted quickly and temporarily pushed aside some earlier priorities, says IDC Continue Reading
News 15 May 2020

Rolls-Royce uses digital twins in Power Systems Customer 4.0 strategy

The Power Systems unit has begun using technology from Iotics to collect data points for engines in the field and build digital simulation models Continue Reading
News 14 May 2020

Vodafone aids Covid-19 fight with added capacity for NHS Scotland, and introduces IoT thermal camera

Comms tech to the fore in assisting key workers at temporary coronavirus facility in Glasgow, while heat detection camera combining thermal imaging and IoT capability will help facilitate people’s return to work Continue Reading
News 11 May 2020

Ericsson bullish on 5G despite Covid-19

Comms tech company’s chief highlights the importance of connectivity during times of crisis and unprecedented surge in network traffic Continue Reading
News 06 May 2020

Telcos lose out in early enterprise 5G business

Research reveals that industries and enterprises are ready to reap the benefits of 5G, but warns that service providers need to learn how to satisfy this demand Continue Reading
News 05 May 2020

Singapore to test 5G in Industry 4.0 trial

Trial, spearheaded by IMDA, IBM, Samsung and M1, will test the use of 5G, along with AI and IoT technologies, in manufacturing Continue Reading
Quiz 05 May 2020

How sharp is your hyper-converged edge computing acumen?

It isn't uncommon for hyper-convergence and the edge to intersect nowadays. How much do you know about why hyper-converged deployment at the network periphery is growing? Continue Reading
News 04 May 2020

SK Telecom, Deutsche Telekom form joint venture to combat coronavirus

Telecoms giants extend working relationship to expand global 5G ecosystem by accelerating 5G deployment in Europe and exchange their respective technological expertise once the situation with Covid-19 improves Continue Reading
News 04 May 2020

UK transport research body calls for safer in-vehicle technologies

Voice-controlled systems are the future of autonomous, according to TRL, whose recommendations follow a report into Apple CarPlay and Android Auto demanding improved standards in voice-activated infotainment systems Continue Reading
Feature 01 May 2020

Unified communications: The key to prospering in the new working reality of Covid-19

Covid-19 lockdowns are causing a collective rethink in the way companies operate, with unified communications transformed from a nice-to-have to a business essential as remote working becomes the new normal Continue Reading
News 29 Apr 2020

IMDA to issue 5G spectrum to Singtel and StarHub-M1 venture

Singapore’s telco regulator will award 5G spectrum to major operators whose proposals have exceeded its requirements in some cases Continue Reading
News 29 Apr 2020

IT Priorities 2020: SD-WAN soars as collaboration and communications no longer on back burner

At the start of the year, networking professionals looked likely to invest in monitoring, converged architectures and WAN technologies, while unified communications was in decline and collaboration of minimal interest Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2020

Ericsson scores further 5G RAN win with True Corporation Thailand

Thai comms operator engages the Swedish technology provider to enable smooth, fast and cost-effective 5G network evolution in three regions Continue Reading
News 28 Apr 2020

APAC edge computing market set to grow

China and Japan will account for the lion’s share of Asia-Pacific’s edge computing market as more organisations in the region look to streamline processes and improve productivity Continue Reading
News 24 Apr 2020

NHSX reveals full details of UK Covid-19 contact-tracing strategy

National Health Service’s digital innovation unit aims to allay fears over privacy and confidentiality in forthcoming contract-tracing app Continue Reading
News 23 Apr 2020

ABB Power plugs into Ericsson 5G tech to increase factory productivity

Ericsson gears up for the post-coronavirus world with confidence in 5G and reveals project for its 5G-ready Industry Connect with global leader in power technology Continue Reading
News 22 Apr 2020

Cisco, Google Cloud plan application-centric multicloud networking fabric

Tech giants unite to address current systems’ perceived lack of capability to signal service level requests dynamically and offer full WAN application integration with cloud workloads Continue Reading
News 22 Apr 2020

How DBS is reaping the dividends of digital transformation

At DBS Bank, the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak has demonstrated the value of technology and the investments it made over the past decade to modernise its technology stack Continue Reading
News 17 Apr 2020

EU warns no compromise on privacy as NHS clashes with tech firms on contact tracing

EU and UK regulators express data privacy concerns days after Silicon Valley giants announce collaboration on contact-tracing apps to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus Continue Reading
News 16 Apr 2020

Coronavirus: Telcos in developed markets to lose more than $40bn

Big increases in unemployment will see a 3.4% decline in telecoms revenue this year, with the negative impact to persist for the next 12 months, says analyst Continue Reading
News 16 Apr 2020

Coronavirus shines spotlight on mobile connectivity

Mobile operators in Asia-Pacific are playing their part in the fight against Covid-19, even as some of them are facing roadblocks in rolling out 5G networks Continue Reading
News 15 Apr 2020

Coronavirus: Apple and Google unite for contact tracing technology

Silicon Valley giants announce collaboration to prevent the spread of Coronavirus Continue Reading
News 08 Apr 2020

Australian open source project to expand global reach

Data61’s open source seL4 microkernel project will be supported by a new foundation created under the auspices of the Linux Foundation Continue Reading
News 08 Apr 2020

Cellwize aims for 5G network efficiency high note with Chime

Cloud-based open RAN automation platform claimed to bring required flexibility and speed to accelerate 5G networks development Continue Reading
News 07 Apr 2020

Coronavirus: Home business opportunity knocks for consumer IoT suppliers

Internet-of-things manufacturers see a huge new market opening up from the millions of new enterprise customers working from home Continue Reading
News 07 Apr 2020

Covid-19 to hamper short-term growth but mobility-as-a-service to rebound in 2021

Despite expected restricted growth this year of platforms that integrate different transport services – including buses, taxis, rail and metro – into a single app, a dramatic return for MaaS is expected in the six years to 2027 Continue Reading
News 03 Apr 2020

Coronavirus: Video calling, collaboration applications usage rise steeply in UK homes

A survey from EY finds Covid-19 outbreak is already causing a shift in UK households’ digital activity, with many people trying online services for the first time, and video calling at the forefront of applications Continue Reading
News 03 Apr 2020

Transatel takes global connected vehicle platform on the road

NTT subsidiary offers eSIM-capable, cellular technology for global IoT connectivity with Internet of Vehicles system designed to solve vehicle manufacturers’ greatest challenges Continue Reading
Blog Post 02 Apr 2020

How ‘servitisation’ is shaping the semiconductor industry

This is a guest post by Kelvin Lim, chief operating officer of Innovative Global Solutions & Services 2020 was supposed to be the year for rapid transformation in the global semiconductor ... Continue Reading
News 31 Mar 2020

Nokia launches AI-based operations to help telcos enter the 5G era

Cognitive operations designed to help comms service providers transform their network, service and business operations through extreme automation enabled by artificial intelligence and machine learning Continue Reading
News 31 Mar 2020

Too late to protect online privacy, say Brits

Most UK consumers are concerned about data privacy, but think it’s too late to do much about it, according to a report Continue Reading
News 31 Mar 2020

O2 to launch UK’s first 5G accelerators in three West Midlands cities

Consortium led by Telefónica UK Deloitte, Wayra and Digital Catapult to build 5G accelerators in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Coventry Continue Reading
News 30 Mar 2020

SK Telecom celebrates 5G first birthday with almost half of local market

Since launching the world’s first 5G service on 3 April 2019, the Korean operator continues to maintain its leadership in the local mobile market Continue Reading
News 30 Mar 2020

Fujitsu unveils Japan’s first commercial private 5G network

Successful verification under provisional licence opens path to commercial launch for private 5G network for Japanese tech giant Continue Reading
News 27 Mar 2020

Microsoft targets 5G arena with Affirmed Networks acquisition

IT giant turns sights on telecoms opportunities, bringing expertise of virtualised, cloud-native network software provider into Azure fold Continue Reading
News 27 Mar 2020

Nokia claims 5G capacity benchmark, enters first phase of 5G project at Port of Zeebrugge

Flurry of 5G-related activity continues with raft of 5G patents and 5G-ready private wireless connectivity for partner ecosystem to accelerate IoT-based innovation Continue Reading
News 26 Mar 2020

Coronavirus: Mobile comms finds its voice as usage patterns evolve

UK operators declare readiness of mobile networks as they enter uncharted water with millions of users displaced from offices during the working day Continue Reading
News 24 Mar 2020

ETSI unveils augmented reality framework

Industry specification group on augmented reality develops new specification to enable multi-supplier ecosystem for industry and consumers Continue Reading
News 24 Mar 2020

Nokia, LG Uplus build fully automated 5G IP transport network in Korea

Finnish comms firm wins another Asian contract with Korean operator to improve speed of 5G service deployment Continue Reading
E-Zine 24 Mar 2020

Making home working work – a guide for IT leaders

In this week’s Computer Weekly, with staff working from home during the coronavirus crisis, we look at three key technology areas to consider. We find out about a novel approach to teaching security awareness to users. And we examine the role of IT in corporate environmental, social and governance programmes. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 23 Mar 2020

Singapore government to open source contact-tracing protocol

Singapore’s Government Technology Agency is contributing the source codes of the BlueTrace protocol that powers its contact-tracing app Continue Reading
News 23 Mar 2020

Singapore’s JTC taps GIS platform in Punggol Digital District

The planners behind Singapore’s Punggol Digital District are using a geographic information system to make better planning decisions and improve day-to-day operations Continue Reading
News 20 Mar 2020

Unpatched Zyxel storage devices co-opted into IoT botnet

Owners of Zyxel network-attached storage devices are in danger of being hijacked by Mukashi, a descendant of the infamous Mirai botnet, if they don’t patch a critical vulnerability Continue Reading
News 19 Mar 2020

WBA assumes control of OpenRoaming standard

Association set up to enable collaboration between service providers, technology companies and organisations in wireless industry to manage Cisco-produced technology for seamless Wi-Fi onboarding Continue Reading
Feature 19 Mar 2020

Coronavirus: Can the networks take the strain?

It was predicted that the mass roll-out of computer networks would mean at some point that there was no difference between work and home as a working location. These assumptions are about to be tested to the full Continue Reading
News 18 Mar 2020

Nokia spreads Wing IoT with 5G and edge capabilities

Finnish communications tech provider Nokia enhances its Worldwide IoT Network Grid managed service to support operators in offering 5G internet of things services with minimal capital investment Continue Reading
News 18 Mar 2020

Employment and investment in UK tech sector booms

UK digital tech sector continues rapid growth in 2019, attracting record investment for another year Continue Reading
News 17 Mar 2020

Operator-sponsored RCS set to win US consumer hearts and brand budgets

Study reveals consumer appetite for advanced messaging functionality, but operators must place privacy, security and person-to-person functionality at the core of new messaging services Continue Reading
News 16 Mar 2020

5G propels connected vehicles into top gear

Survey predicts 83 million 5G-connected cars will be on the road by 2035 as next-generation networks become more pervasive Continue Reading
Feature 16 Mar 2020

Malaysia’s digital transformation efforts progress

Malaysian enterprises are taking steps to modernise their infrastructure, but many are still grappling with the lack of niche IT skills in key emerging technologies such as the internet of things Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2020

ICNIRP finds no health risk with 5G technologies

Study by independent organisation that provides scientific advice and guidance on the health and environmental effects of non‐ionising radiation finds 5G technologies not harmful if new guidelines are adhered to Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2020

IT Priorities 2020: Benelux organisations and budgets focused on digital transformation

IT leaders in Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg expect bigger budgets this year, with spending on digital transformation projects and related technologies being prioritised Continue Reading
E-Zine 12 Mar 2020

CW Europe: Experts examine Dutch government’s IT problems

Technology experts discuss the challenges and potential solutions to the Netherlands government’s IT problems. Also read how Russia’s VTB and Rostelecom are creating a platform to utilise big data technology, and how Spain’s CaixaBank is using AI to help its staff training. Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2020

APAC remains hotbed for digital transformation

Nearly half of organisations in the Asia-Pacific region see digital transformation as their top priority, followed by cloud infrastructure deployment and artificial intelligence, survey finds Continue Reading
News 11 Mar 2020

5G in manufacturing projected to be worth almost $11bn by 2030

Huge potential projected for industrial application of 5G technologies, but success dependent on ecosystem players to evaluate the impact of 5G and edge deployments on factory floor Continue Reading
News 11 Mar 2020

IoT adds preservation support for Tutankhamun’s tomb in Valley of the Kings

Geological research project deploys internet of things technology to ensure ancient Egyptian heritage site maintains structural stability Continue Reading
News 10 Mar 2020

Qualcomm claims ‘significant’ progress on cellular vehicle-to-everything tech

Chip giant hits throttle on communication solutions designed to enhance road safety and facilitate smart transportation systems, including support of automated driving Continue Reading