An IoT connectivity platform is an essential part of infrastructure for the communication, management and operation of devices. Connectivity platforms provide the necessary tools and services to connect devices, process data and integrate with other systems. Without connectivity platforms, IoT…
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Research from Juniper Research shows satellites will increase 150%
A recent study by Juniper Research indicates that the number of satellites capable of supporting IoT connectivity will increase by 150% over the next five years. The report projects a rise from 10,000 satellites in 2024 to over 24,000 by…
Digging into decentralised wireless networks
Talking in depth to IoT Insider on the latest episode of IoT Unplugged was Amy Garland, Business Development Manager at the Helium Foundation who spoke about decentralised wireless networks and its intersection with blockchain technology. Then-named Helium Systems, the creators…
Skylo joins forces with Particle to streamline satellite development
Skylo Technologies has joined forces with Particle, an Edge-to-Cloud infrastructure provider for the IoT, to streamline satellite connectivity, management, and deployment for developers. By integrating Skylo’s satellite connectivity with Particle’s IoT platform, developers gain access to a comprehensive multi-radio solution,…
5G-powered public buildings could save £580 million in the UK
New research for Vodafone UK highlights the substantial cost and energy savings that 5G-powered technologies can bring to public buildings such as schools, hospitals, and leisure centres. Conducted by WPI Strategy, the modelling shows that implementing digital twins, IoT, and…
LPWAN: Navigating regulations and integration
LPWAN (Low Power, Wide Area Networks) are predominantly made up of LoRa and NB-IoT connections, according to recent research from Omdia. LPWAN technologies including LoRaWAN, Sigfox 0G and NB-IoT provide long-range communications with minimal power consumption. Unlike traditional cellular networks,…
SVI and LCB Communications to bridge digital divide in the US
South Valley Internet (SVI) and LCB Communications (LCB) have announced the receipt of two grants from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to enhance broadband Internet and telecommunications services across multiple underserved communities in San Benito County. The first grant,…
Nokia announces 5G FWA outdoor receiver
Nokia has announced the addition of a new 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) outdoor receiver and an indoor gateway featuring Wi-Fi 7 to its expanding range of FWA broadband products. These new solutions, tailored for the North American market, support…
HaiLa and Uni of Washington will develop backscatter technology
HaiLa Technologies, a company specialising in ultra-low-power radio technologies for IoT, has announced a licence agreement with the University of Washington (UW) to develop and commercialise an innovative backscatter technology aimed at reducing power consumption in wireless communications. Under this…
NFC charging emerging as a transformative technology
Near-field communication (NFC) charging is offering a solution to one of the most persistent challenges in IoT; power autonomy. NFC as a technology can transmit power as well as data. As IoT devices grow across different sectors from consumer wearables…
