The concept of a digital world that evolves from the definition of ubiquitous computing is known as the “Internet of Things” (IoT). It is a network of physical devices, vehicles, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity, which enables these objects to collect and exchange data.

Sateliot and Nordic achieve world first with 5G IoT connection via low-Earth orbit satellite

Sateliot, the Barcelona-based 5G IoT satellite telecommunications operator, has completed what it calls an industry first: a successful 5G IoT data transmission from a standard commercial cellular device directly through a low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite. The test marks a major…

Fanless DS-330 aims to bring Edge computing to Public Displays

Taiwanese supplier of AIoT platforms and services, Advantech has unveiled a compact, fanless digital signage player aimed at the growing market for smart city infrastructure. The DS-330, powered by Intel Atom x7000 series processors, delivers 4K visuals in a small…

Walmart deploys millions of IoT sensors with Wiliot in supply chain digitisation push

Walmart is deploying millions of ambient internet-of-things (IoT) sensors across its US supply chain in partnership with Wiliot, in what the companies claim is the retail industry’s first large-scale rollout of the technology. The collaboration will see Wiliot’s battery-free “IoT…

Highlight launches unified dashboard to oversee IoT and network infrastructure

UK-based network service monitoring company Highlight has unveiled a new Internet of Things (IoT) observability service designed for Cisco Meraki devices, as demand grows for integrated oversight of digital infrastructure. The service provides real-time visibility of IoT performance, incorporating device…

MediaTek introduces Genio 720 and 520 IoT platforms for GenAI

At embedded world, MediaTek unveiled its latest Edge-AI IoT platforms, the Genio 720 and Genio 520. These new additions to the Genio series support generative AI models, human-machine interface (HMI) applications, multimedia, and connectivity features for smart home, retail, industrial,…

Encrypted Communication

Würth Elektronik introduces its new Cordelia-I Wi-Fi module, specifically designed for secure IoT and ‘Edge Computing’ applications. This versatile module is ideal for applications in Industry 4.0, smart city / smart home, eMobility, smart agricultural, and medical devices, to name…

Nordic and Qorvo launch reference application for Aliro and Matter access control

Nordic Semiconductor and Qorvo have introduced a reference application for access control systems using the Connectivity Standards Alliance’s (CSA) Aliro and Matter. The solution, built on Nordic’s nRF54L Series ultra-low power multiprotocol SoC and Qorvo’s QM35825 ultra-wideband (UWB) SoC, enables…

How technology is tackling the threat of wildfires

Devastating fires in Greece, Portugal and the United States, saw the evacuation of holiday makers, residents, and businesses and homes consumed in minutes. Citizens of northern European nations would be mistaken if they thought this is an issue that needn’t…

The role of IoT in Christmas supply chains

According to figures provided by FedEx, in the UK alone parcels delivered by carriers are expected to reach a total of 1.29 billion for this festive season, making the UK the busiest market for deliveries in Europe. At the same…

Embedded AI used to improve heat pumps

Heat pumps have been toted as a technology will the potential to meet climate targets and support buildings with undergoing the energy transition – but they are not without their faults. This is where embedded AI fits in. Signs of…