SECO, the Italian industrial technology company, has stepped up its Edge AI strategy with the launch of a new online Developer Centre and the release of seven additional AI apps through its Application Hub. The dual announcements reflect the Milan-listed…
HCA expands energy management specification
Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organisation dedicated to the development and promotion of secure interoperability and energy savings across long-life appliances, HVAC systems and TVs within the connected home ecosystem, announced the upcoming HCA Energy Management Specification 2.0 and HCA…
70% of people in the EU used smart devices
In 2024, 70.9% of people in the EU used Internet-connected devices, otherwise known as smart devices. The highest share of users of Internet-connected devices in the EU was recorded in the Netherlands (94.8%), followed by Ireland (90.6%), and Denmark (87%).…
Samsung vacuum robot cleaner verified as secure
Samsung Electronics announced that its vacuum and mop robot cleaner series has been verified at level ‘Diamond’ under UL Solutions’ Marketing Claim Verification IoT Security Rating Program. This is the third time in 2025 that Samsung has earned this verification…
Matter 1.4.1 simplifies device setup
The latest release of Matter, Matter 1.4.1, introduces features focused on allowing users to set up their smart home devices easily, reducing support calls and returns. With three new features – Enhanced Setup Flow (ESF), Multi-Device Setup QR code, and…
54m US households now own a smart home device
Parks Associates, together with the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), has released a new white paper, ‘Smart Home Evolution: Unlocking Value’. It explores the progress of the smart home, highlighting key milestones, emerging consumer demands, and the growing role of AI.…
Smart house sensors power the smart home
Smart house sensors are a core component belonging to the modern smart home, in part thanks to their capabilities in collecting data on day-to-day activities and improving convenience and energy efficiency for the end user. According to Statista, the global…
Origin AI and Signify to work on smart lighting
Origin AI is collaborating with Signify to create the foundation for new innovations in lighting and devices in the home. Signify specialises in LED and connected lighting products, systems and services. Through its solutions, Signify unlocks the extraordinary potential of…
Shelly Group expands into Poland
Shelly Group, a provider of IoT and smart building solutions headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, is accelerating its geographic expansion by establishing a subsidiary in Poland. This market entry aligns with the company’s strategy to further drive growth by expanding its…
Q&A: Matt Maupin of Silicon Labs dishes on their new Series 3
The recent release of Silicon Labs’ Series 3 portfolio marks the first time the company has opted for 22 nanometer process nodes, a decision that centered on future-proofing devices, Matt Maupin, Senior Product Marketing Manager told IoT Insider in an…
