Trina Storage has secured a deal to provide battery energy storage systems (BESS) for four UK sites operated by international Independent Power Producer Low Carbon. The systems will deliver approximately 190 MWh of total storage capacity, bringing new arbitrage and…
The concept of a digital world that evolves from the definition of ubiquitous computing is known as the “Internet of Things” (IoT). It is a network of physical devices, vehicles, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity, which enables these objects to collect and exchange data.
IoT device streaming platform ActionStreamer raises $2.4 million in Series A funding
ActionStreamer, a streaming platform for IoT devices, has announced the completion of its $2.4 million Series A funding round, with JumpStart Ventures leading the investment through the Advanced Manufacturing Fund, in collaboration with MAGNET. The Castellini Management Company, which owns…
Scottish Government funds ‘blueprints’ to aid IoT rollout across country
The Scottish Government has launched a new initiative to increase IoT adoption across its local authorities by funding ‘blueprints’ on how to implement it. This move is part of a wider scheme that seeks to leverage IoT to enhance public…
EnOcean Alliance to showcase smart wireless sensor solutions at Light + Building 2024
From 3-8 March 2024, Light + Building will welcome international guests, spotlighting the latest trends in lighting, the electrification and digitalisation of domestic and commercial building services, and integrated security technology. The EnOcean Alliance, together with select members, will showcase…
Shenglong Electric’s Metaverse-based smart building management system debuts
Shenglong Electric, a prominent Chinese electrical company, hosted its fourth expo at the National Communication Center for Science and Technology in Beijing. In the extensive venue, it was noticeable that traditional air conditioning switches were absent. The building could autonomously…
Britvic employs IoT and AWS to launch sustainable smart Flavour Tap
Britvic, a UK-based soft drinks company, had a proof-of-concept of an IoT connected, environmentally-friendly flavoured water dispenser called the Aqua Libra Flavour Tap and chose AWS Partner Green Custard to help develop, test and distribute a viable prototype in just…
Infineon develop hybrid Time of Flight technology for next-gen smart robots
In collaboration with device manufacturer OMS and pmdtechnologies, an expert in Time of Flight (ToF) technology, Infineon Technologies has developed a new high-resolution camera solution that enables enhanced depth sensing and 3D scene understanding for next-generation smart consumer robots. The…
Wireless or wired lighting controls? Why using both empowers flexibility in smart buildings
In a world where smart integrations, energy-savings and wellbeing are driving the building industry, the introduction of an innovative new Hybrid Lighting Control solution is set to fundamentally change the design and expandability of our spaces. The integration of Helvar’s…
3 smart cities that failed within 5 years of launch
“Every new technology brings its own set of challenges alongside the opportunities it offers. Planning and managing smart city projects is no different,” says Steffan Black of ZenShield. Black explores the reality of some ‘smart city’ projects, and how they…
Fingerprints launch Smart´Nroll for biometric card payment
Fingerprint has announced the launch of Smart´Nroll, a simple and reusable enrolment device for biometric payment cards. Smart´Nroll enables end-users to easily and securely register their fingerprints on their payment card, in under a minute and at their own convenience,…
