Blockchain for IoT security: Japanese researchers speed up connected devices without compromising safety

Researchers in Japan say they have found a way to unlock the potential of using blockchain security in IoT devices, enabling faster, more reliable communication across connected machines. The team at Chiba University developed a lightweight peer-selection algorithm, Dual Perigee,…

The wearable ecosystem trusted by Olympic athletes

The wearables market has evolved rapidly over the past decade, moving far beyond simple step counters and sleep trackers. As hardware matures and devices become more capable and affordable, the real battleground is shifting to software, AI, and user experience.…

Contrivian, Big Network to deliver mission-critical performance across hybrid networks

Contrivian and Big Network agreed to merge, subject to standard closing procedures, to deliver software-defined performance, orchestration, and transport-layer intelligence across hybrid network environments. The combined platform enables seamless performance across fibre, broadband, LTE/5G, and LEO satellite networks, dynamically adapting…

Global 5G Standalone market enters new phase as industry shifts from coverage to capability

The global telecommunication industry is entering a critical new phase as operators move beyond 5G coverage and begin prioritising the deployment of 5G Standalone (5G SA) capabilities. A new report by Ookla and Omdia reveals that the momentum behind 5G…

Industry first guidance on AI and machine learning for intelligent Wi-Fi

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), the global industry body dedicated to driving the seamless and interoperable services experience of Wi-Fi across the global wireless ecosystem, announced its new report, AI/ML for Wi-Fi: Enabling Scalable, Intelligent Wi-Fi Ecosystems. It outlines that…

Thales expands its industrial cybersecurity offering with Secomea’s purpose-built OT remote access platform

Thales and Secomea announced a new partnership covering the UK, Ireland, and the Nordic region. The collaboration enables Thales to strengthen its industrial cybersecurity portfolio with a zero-trust, compliance-ready OT remote access solution purpose-built to protect critical infrastructure and manufacturing…

Could disposable IoT represent the next phase of connected device adoption?

Disposable Internet of Things (IoT) devices challenge the idea that connected hardware must last for years, especially as your deployments grow more temporary and distributed, writes Eleanor Hecks, Editor-in-Chief at Designerly Magazine. Short-lived, low-cost sensors have emerged in cases where…

Taoglas debuts AI-powered antenna selection platform at embedded world 2026

Taoglas will introduce the world’s first AI-driven Antenna Product Recommendation Engine at embedded world 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany (10–12TH March). Leveraging over 20 years of RF expertise, this platform enables engineers and non-technical decision-makers to quickly move from a blank…

Proofpoint acquires Acuvity to deliver AI security

Proofpoint announced it has acquired Acuvity, a pioneer in AI enterprise security and governance. The acquisition further strengthens Proofpoint’s platform with AI-native visibility, governance, and runtime protection for AI and agent-driven workflows. As generative AI rapidly reshapes how work gets…

Spike in cyberattacks demand persistent tracking at sea

Not a day goes by without hearing about cyberattacks wreaking havoc for organisations and consumers across the world. The shipping and marine sectors are no exception either. However, the complexity of the attacks here is becoming more sophisticated, and the…