The Internet of Things stands at a pivotal inflection point. As we approach 2026, the convergence of Edge AI, advanced connectivity standards, and evolving regulatory frameworks is reshaping the IoT ecosystem in fundamental ways. Professor Muthu Ramachandran, Cybersecurity, AI, and…
United fabric: the future for AI data centre connectivity
AI’s explosive compute demands are reshaping data centre networks, pushing the industry beyond fragmented protocols towards unified fabrics, where physical interconnect innovation defines scalable performance, writes Vivek Shah, Senior Director of Advanced Technologies at Molex. The intense processing requirements of…
Urban canyons, hidden costs: the hidden GPS problems slowing logistics
Manuel del Castillo, VP at Focal Point Positioning, explains why global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) – which includes GPS – are not just tools of convenience, but critical components of modern logistics. When the UK Space Agency and London Economics…
Six top cybersecurity predictions for 2026
2026 will be a year where AI-driven threats, regulatory pressures, and the decline of legacy tools will reshape the security landscape, predicts Corey Nachreiner, chief security officer at WatchGuard Technologies. He argues that organisations must prepare for rapid evolution in…
The future is wrapped: exploring the tech behind smart packaging
Monitoring the entire logistics operation from a single point was once in the realm of science fiction. Now, the Internet of Things (IoT) has made it possible. April Miller, Managing Editor at ReHack Magazine argues that, as the primary technology…
Data retention is the new cyber risk: why smart storage strategies matter for IoT
As IoT environments scale, uncontrolled data retention expands risk, cost, and complexity. In this article, Seth Goldhammer, VP of Product Management at Graylog explores how smarter storage strategies help organisations reduce attack surfaces, boost visibility, and strengthen resilience. The conversation…
Airtel Business CEO: subsea cables, AI, and Cloud to power borderless enterprise growth in 2026
As global enterprises accelerate their digital transformation, 2025 marked a pivotal shift towards intelligent, secure, and sustainable connectivity. In this article, Sharat Sinha, CEO, Airtel Business argues that with AI, Cloud, and subsea infrastructure converging, integrated digital foundations are becoming…
Taoglas global head of engineering: advanced antennas are building the foundations of a smarter, more connected 6G future
The future of wireless connectivity is approaching rapidly, with 6G set to surpass 5G by integrating communications, sensing, positioning, and computing into an intelligent, responsive network. Baha Badran, Global Head of Engineering, at Taoglas, argues that by combining terrestrial and…
How Decathlon uses RAIN RFID to connect retail operations
Decathlon is one of the biggest sporting goods designers and retailers in the world. Founded in 1976, the France-based family company has grown to a network of 1,817 stores across 79 countries in addition to its online shop. Keeping each…
Robotic survey instruments: The invisible tech powering everything from rockets to skyscrapers
In high-pressure environments like construction sites and tunnels, surveyors face complex challenges that require precision and resilience. Burkhard Boeckem, Chief Technology Officer at Hexagon explores how advancements in smart technology, such as Edge computing and AI, are helping them make…
