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5 takeaways from NIST’s consumer-grade router security

Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine draws on five key takeaways from the NIST’s consumer-grade router security which includes onboarding support In September 2024, the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released a 40-page internal report called…

FCC advances voluntary IoT labelling programme

Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine, unpicks the FCC’s voluntary IoT labelling programme, the US Cyber Trust Mark, and its requirements In March 2024, the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) established rules for an Internet of Things (IoT) labelling programme.…

Oracle and AT&T team up on enterprise Cloud connectivity

Following news of Oracle integrating AT&T’s IoT connectivity into its platform, Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine looks into wider implications of this partnership Oracle and AT&T have joined forces to enhance enterprise cloud connectivity and improve businesses’ management of…

LG’s acquisition of Athom to enhance AI-powered smart technologies

Following the news of LG acquiring stakes in Athom with a vision of AI-powered smart homes, Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine writes about the wider impact LG Electronics is making bold strides in the smart home market. Its recent…

Margo Initiative pioneers Edge interoperability for IIoT

Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine and regular contributor to IoT Insider shares specifics on Edge interoperability; benefits, challenges and the future The Margo Initiative is pioneering interoperability standards, tools and mechanisms for industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) at the…

Netskope Threat Labs’ report illuminates IoT botnet threat

Eleanor Hecks, Editor of Designerly Magazine and regular contributor to IoT Insider discusses implementing IoT to protect from IoT botnet threats The latest Netskope Threat Labs shows retailers face ever-increasing risks from IoT botnets. As more companies adopt IoT devices,…

Qualcomm’s IoT technology marks industry breakthrough

Qualcomm has long been at the forefront of wireless technology, significantly shaping the communications landscape as you know it. Known for its evolution and adoption of 3G, 4G and 5G technologies, Qualcomm has continuously pushed the boundaries of what is…

Why EVs are essential for a sustainable future and environment

Sustainability is a growing concern for many small-business owners. While going green helps you do your part in improving the environment, there is also a need to adhere to increasing regulations. One of the ways small businesses are becoming sustainable…

Practical steps to safeguard privacy in the age of AI

Privacy has always been an issue ever since companies started collecting consumer data. Now that AI is in the picture, its use is growing. Businesses across industries use it to enhance their operations and improve customer experiences. However, many of…

How to understand and optimise the user journey for IoT product adoption

Industry experts often refer to the user journey as a map for good reason. Business owners must watch the logical path clients traverse as they start by learning about a product or service. Hopefully, it ends with a converted lead…