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UK tech projects stalled by approval delays

More than a third (34%) of UK IT service providers say regulatory approvals delay ‘almost every’ technology project – with nearly one-in-five experiencing average delays of more than three months. This is according to new research from Telehouse Europe, a…

Opinion: Are solar panels in space the future of renewable energy?

Space-based solar power is moving rapidly from science fiction to serious possibility, with new research suggesting it could transform Europe’s future energy mix. A landmark study from King’s College London indicates that harvesting solar energy in orbit could reduce the…

Why model-based design is becoming essential for modern engineering teams

As modern systems – from autonomous vehicles to industrial automation and machinery – grow more complex, the software that powers them must evolve just as quickly. Engineering teams are now asked to deliver millions of lines of high-assurance code under…

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…

From passwords to passkeys: securing connected devices with modern authentication

Connected devices power modern industries, but passwords leave them exposed. Niall McConachie, regional director (UK & Ireland) at Yubico writes that passkeys offer stronger, phishing-resistant authentication, helping manufacturers secure data, meet regulations, and build lasting user trust. The Internet of…

Quantum Readiness: Why Electronics and IoT Leaders Must Act Now

Quantum computing is accelerating fast. Electronics and IoT leaders must act now to build quantum readiness and secure future competitiveness, writes Jan Leisse is CEO of eleQtron, Germany’s first quantum hardware company. Quantum computing is approaching fast. For companies in…

Inside SGP.32: The new GSMA standard powering secure, efficient, and interoperable IoT devices

Saïd Gharout, VP for Standardisation at Kigen and Chair of the GMSA Working Group on eSim Standards, explains how the SGP.32 standard came about and why it represents a transformative step in enabling secure, scalable, and interoperable connectivity for the…

The true cost of falling telecoms prices

Price declines aren’t a marker of progress and threaten the telecoms industry, writes Dario Betti, CEO, Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF) In an incredibly short period of time, telecommunications services have evolved from a luxury to a necessity; telecom services have…

Efficient data transmission in satellite IoT: unlocking connectivity

Optimised satellite data results in more efficient satellite IoT, says Bianca Schmidt, Technical Writer, SEGGER Microcontroller The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming industries by enabling real-time data collection, monitoring, and decision-making. While IoT thrives in urban environments with robust…

Why improving GNSS reliability will be vital for autonomous cars

Confused GNSS signals are a major safety issue for autonomous cars, writes Manuel del Castillo, VP Business Development, Focal Point Positioning On open roads with a clear view of the sky, satellite navigation can be remarkably accurate. Signals from multiple…