Thanks to the evolution in technology, devices and protocols, the temperature settings in your smart fridge can be controlled remotely. And your voice assistant can tell you the weather, or what plans are in your calendar a week from now.…
Panasonic looks to democratise Matter with certification service
Panasonic Industry Europe is now offering PAN-MaX, a comprehensive Matter Certificate Service designed to streamline Matter enablement for smart home device manufacturers. The Matter standard, developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), aims to address the fragmented smart home market…
How big are smart meters?
Smart meters have become an integral part of modern utility systems, transforming the way energy consumption is measured, managed, and optimised. But how big are smart meters? These devices, which offer numerous benefits over traditional meters, are often the subject…
LG envisions AI smart homes with Athom acquisition
LG Electronics (LG) has recently acquired an 80% stake in Athom, a smart home platform company based in Enschede, Netherlands. The agreement includes plans to purchase the remaining 20% within the next three years. This strategic move aims to enhance…
LoRaWAN picked for Stena Fastigheter’s property portfolio
Netmore Group, a global operator of LoRaWAN networks, has entered into an agreement with Stena Fastigheter, a Swedish real estate firm, to implement LoRaWAN technology across Stena’s property portfolio. This initiative aims to enhance energy efficiency and the digital capabilities…
OCF releases update, integrating with Matter
The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF) has released an update to its Secure IP Device Framework, facilitating integration with the Matter device ecosystem. This update allows OCF and Matter devices to coexist and interact within the same smart home, enhancing interoperability,…
UL Solutions’ latest webinar dives into PSTI regulation
UL Solutions recently held a webinar on the newly passed UK PSTI regulation, which put into law requirements for manufacturers of devices to ensure strong passwords, provide clarity on security updates for devices and inform customers on how long they…
5G unlocking the true potential of IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is nothing but a growing network of physical devices that get connected to the Internet and also to each other, allowing devices to collect and share a huge amount of data. For an IoT network…
The role of Connected Places Catapult in IoT advancement
The Connected Places Catapult, funded primarily by Innovate UK, acts as a catalyst for growth and innovation in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Established in the UK, Connected Places Catapult began its journey as one of several catapult centres…
Matter 1.2: elevating the smart home experience
In the fast-paced realm of smart home innovations, the Matter protocol has emerged as a significant game-changer. By harnessing the power of existing IP technologies, notably Wi-Fi and Thread, Matter has set its sights on crafting a revolutionary open standard…
