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IoT Insider Digital Magazine IoT Insider Oct 2024 Wireless protocols are undoubtedly a pillar of IoT communications, as without them, devices aren’t able to transmit and receive data over networks.  These protocols have continued to grow and expand, as new…
What is in a smart home?

What is in a smart home? This entirely depends on the user: the number of smart home devices they have connected, the fabrics they have set up and the actions these devices can support. Research conducted by Samsung shows that…

Geotab partners with Volkswagen, expanding OEM network

Geotab has announced a partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services (VW GIS), a key provider of multi-brand data products within the Volkswagen Group. This collaboration marks a significant step in expanding Geotab’s Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) network. By integrating high-quality…

Juniper Research shows revenue from IoT roaming to rise to $2.2bn

A recent study by Juniper Research has revealed that operator revenue from IoT roaming is expected to rise from $1.1 billion in 2024 to $2.2 billion by 2029. This comprehensive report highlights that while 5G IoT devices will make up…

Kinéis reflects on deployment of five new satellites

On 21st September 2024, Rocket Lab’s Electron launcher successfully deployed five new satellites into orbit as part of the Kinéis constellation, dedicated to the IoT. This brings the total number of deployed nanosatellites to 10, out of a planned 25.…

Hitachi Rail using 5G signalling technology

Hitachi Rail is utilising 5G digital signalling technology in urban rail to reduce lifecycle costs, enhance data-driven insights, and future-proof rail networks. By replacing outdated radio technologies with 5G for essential train-to-ground communications, Hitachi Rail is set to deploy this…

What is cellular IoT?

What is cellular IoT? Cellular IoT refers to the use of mobile networks to connect IoT devices, enabling communication among devices using established cellular infrastructure. These devices range from smart meters and connected vehicles to remote healthcare monitoring systems and…

Understanding smart fridges and their place in the smart home ecosystem

Thanks to the introduction of Matter 1.2 (with the latest version being 1.3, released in May 2024) smart fridges, along with other home appliances like dishwashers and ovens became supported Matter device types. Matter is a unifying protocol that enables…

BICS appoints Surash Patel as MD

BICS, the global network enabler and part of Proximus, has announced the immediate appointment of Surash Patel as its new Managing Director. Patel succeeds Guillaume Boutin, who has overseen BICS on an interim basis since February, while continuing in his…

Rohde & Schwarz’s eCall solution re-certified

Rohde & Schwarz has successfully completed the re-certification of its EU eCall test solution, carried out by the independent testing body cetecom advanced. This milestone highlights the dedication of both companies to delivering standards-compliant, next-generation eCall test solutions. The recently…