In 2026, the Internet of Things is no longer about connecting devices; it is about embedding intelligence into the physical world, writes Dario Betti, CEO, Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF). What began as telemetry streaming to distant Clouds has evolved into…
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IoT Insider’s exclusive input from industry examines the application, theories, and plans professionals are conjuring for IoT so you can stay informed of the latest trends in the sphere.
Building a trusted ecosystem: standards and regulations in support of IoT security
In the five years since ETSI published EN 303 645, the first globally recognised baseline standard for IoT security, a great deal has changed, writes Alex Leadbeater, Technical Security Director, GSMA. At its time of release, the industry was awash…
AI in mobility: Lithuania’s growing hub shows both potential and pitfalls in smart transport
Albert Komar, head of brand at Lithuania-based software company Gurtam, looks at how AI is re-shaping the world of mobility, both in Lithuania and around the world. Artificial intelligence is having a powerful impact on mobility, though not always in…
Unlocking innovation: high-performance imaging transforms modern smart lock design
Patrik Jan Spanik, Technical Marketing Analyst, onsemi, discusses how advanced imaging enables biometric smart locks to deliver secure, convenient, and intelligent access for homes. In an era where security and convenience are paramount, smart locks have emerged as a cutting-edge…
Understanding NFC Forum’s certification release 15 and its impact
Mike McCamon, Executive Director of industry association NFC Forum, explores Certification Release 15, highlighting its extended operating range, enhanced reliability, and how it enables seamless, next-generation NFC experiences across diverse industries and devices. In June this year, NFC Forum announced…
AI, automation, and Edge computing: Inside SOTI’s approach to next-generation retail operations
As retailers embrace digital transformation, managing countless connected devices has become both a challenge and an opportunity. IoT Insider spoke with Jon Charters, Key Accounts Manager at SOTI, to explore how Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) platforms are transforming retail operations—enhancing…
How IoT enables anti-money laundering measures
IoT is a useful tool for anti-laundering measures, writes Zachary Amos, Features Editor of ReHack Magazine Money laundering and related illicit financial activity remain a pressing concern in the United Kingdom, especially in high-value trade, cross-border commerce and sectors with…
Unlocking strategic value in telecom tail spend
Nick Petheram, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Nomia writes about the telecom tail spend challenge and where AI and HI can help Tail spend has long been seen as a black box in telecom procurement. Low-value transactions scattered across thousands…
Private 5G: how Western markets are closing the gap on China’s lead
Western markets are narrowing China’s early lead in private 5G, writes Asad Khan, 5G & Wireless Research Director, SNS Telecom & IT Although private LTE networks have existed as a niche segment of the cellular infrastructure sector since the early…
The evolving role of AIoT in transforming modern retail
Here are 7 ways in which AIoT is transforming modern retail, according to Eleanor Hecks, Managing Editor of Designerly Magazine What if every shelf could speak? In many UK stores, they do. Sensors, cameras and RFIDs watch stock, queues and…
