First established in July 2016, The Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS), encompassed two groups— the operators of essential services; and relevant digital service providers. The aim of the directive was to strengthen cybersecurity resilience and, while somewhat effective, it…
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Managing a busy multi-point wireless network
Wireless telemetry systems are a crucial tool for effective data monitoring in industries such as aerospace, agriculture, construction, engineering, marine, mining, petrochemical and utilities. While classic master-slave systems, typically used when sending data from a single point to a top…
IoT’s role in driving a sustainable future
Climate change is a global issue, putting organisations under increasing pressure to become more sustainable and reduce waste. There is always a delicate balance that needs to be struck between decreasing the businesses’ impact on the environment while also keeping…
Why the FCC misses the mark on IoT security
Last month, merely days after the EU passed the landmark Cyber Resilience Act, the Biden Administration proudly announced its own achievement: a cybersecurity labelling programme for connected products. However, one need only read as far as the third word of…
Meeting the exponentiating bandwidth demand of the future vehicle
As the convergence between vehicles and computers continues, with the end result being software-defined vehicles (SDVs) becoming more common on the road, exciting new capabilities such as real-time over-the-air (OTA) updates, advanced driver assistance systems, autonomy, detailed infotainment, and more…
Optimising energy management: the role of BEMS in achieving sustainability goals
In recent years, expectations have evolved over smart buildings and office spaces, spurred by a focus on sustainability goals for the built environment. Facilities managers must now better align business operations with sustainability best practices. The trend has shifted from…
Can IoT help utilities face extreme weather challenges?
Extreme weather events are taking their toll on our infrastructure, particularly so for utilities who are expected ‘to keep the lights on’ even when we experience storms, flooding, wildfires or worse. We know that extreme weather conditions mean costly damages.…
Battling AI-powered botnets: evolving challenges in mitigating non-human threats
AI-powered botnets are a growing risk to the security of IoT devices. The evolution of AI is ramping up the sophistication of botnets as they increasingly leverage machine learning (ML) algorithms to expand the reach and impact of their attacks.…
5 data minimisation strategies for IoT devices
IoT is a transformative force in today’s digital landscape, seamlessly connecting everyday devices to the internet and enabling them to send and receive data. This innovation simplifies life and boosts efficiency across various sectors, including health care, agriculture and smart…
Construction’s digital future
The construction industry’s digital transformation is reshaping how projects are managed, executed, and reported. This revolution is being fuelled by a sizeable appetite for construction technology, with the sector seeing investment of around $50 billion between 2020 and 2022. The…
