Following reports that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) looked to close a digital gap by proposing Wi-Fi hotspots and wireless internet services should be eligible for E-Rate funding, it has now voted to extend its E-Rate programme to encompass Wi-Fi…
UK leading in fibre deployment but behind in coverage, MedUX shows
MedUX recently published its 2024 benchmark report on fixed broadband performance across the UK. This report reveals that BT not only excels in fixed broadband network responsiveness but also offers the best overall Quality of Experience (QoE) in the country,…
Wireless mesh networks supporting smart cities
Wireless mesh networks are significant to a smoothly operating smart city, according to Phil Beecher, President and CEO of Wi-SUN Alliance, in a recent podcast episode of IoT Unplugged, season 3. The technologies supporting smart cities are vast, as Beecher…
NXP’s digital car keys SN220 certified
NXP Semiconductors recently announced that its single-chip NFC and embedded secure element solution, the SN220, has been certified by the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) under its CCC Digital Key Certification Programme, launched in December 2023. According to NXP, this certification…
5G driving growth as IoT connectivity market reached $15b in 2023
According to IoT Analytics, the global cellular IoT connectivity market reached a significant milestone, with mobile operators worldwide earning a combined $15 billion from 3.6 billion cellular IoT connections in 2023. This 23% year-on-year growth rate surpassed that of IoT…
TUGE Technologies showcased vSIM at MWC 2024
At the recent Mobile World Congress (MWC 2024), TUGE Technologies, a firm in Cloud-based communication and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT), showcased its innovative vSIM technology. The company presented a range of 5G vSIM-enabled mobile broadband devices, including MiFi, CPE,…
IoT antenna trends show designs are becoming more compact
An IoT antenna is a crucial component that allows IoT devices to communicate wirelessly by transmitting radio waves. As applications are increasingly turning to wireless connectivity, antenna design is critical in determining whether the device will operate properly or not.…
Delivering peace of mind with IoT: Uni of Edinburgh researchers talk to IoT Insider
Last month, IoT Insider received the news that an AI-powered and IoT-enabled device had been developed to be used for identifying when older or vulnerable individuals living on their own need medical help, an example of how a combination of…
FocalPoint finishes development of GNSS receiver
FocalPoint, a UK-based software company specialising in next-generation positioning solutions for mobiles, wearables, and automotive, has completed the development of the world’s first GNSS receiver incorporating its award-winning Supercorrelation technology, according to the company. With the support of NAVISP, FocalPoint…
Applied Information releases C-V2X technology for emergency services
First responders and transit system operators using optical preemption, an infrared technology developed in the 1970s, can now upgrade their fleets to Applied Information’s cellular-vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) technology. This advancement enables them to request green lights at intersections, thereby reducing response…
