5G roaming traffic soars on BICS’ network

New data from international communications enabler BICS, which carries half the world’s roaming traffic, reveals a 156% spike year-on-year in the number of non-standalone 5G roamers for consumer and IoT devices across its network. Roughly 176 million 5G roamers appeared…

u-blox releases versatile Wi-Fi 6 module for the mass market

u-blox has announced its new NORA-W4 module. With its comprehensive range of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth LE 5.3, Thread, and Zigbee), compact form factor (10.4 x 14.3 x 1.9 mm), and affordability, NORA-W4 is ideal for IoT applications such…

BICS partners with Skylo for NB-IoT connectivity via GEO satellites

International connectivity enabler, BICS, has announced its partnership with Skylo, a non-terrestrial network (NTN) operator that connects anything, anywhere in the world, via seamless satellite connections across BICS’ IPX network. The partnership will allow BICS to leverage Skylo for its…

Microsoft to phase-out Azure IoT Central in IoT suite overhaul

Microsoft has made the decision to phase out a fundamental component of its Azure IoT suite. Disclosed via the Azure console, Microsoft said it will be discontinuing the Azure IoT Central service as of 31st March 2027. “Commencing 1st April…

Sercomm to show Vision of Future City at MWC Barcelona

Sercomm announces its participation at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024. Adhering to the event’s key themes, Sercomm will exhibit its cutting-edge solutions across three areas: 5G, Intelligent Diagnostic Platform, and Digitalised Service for City. The conference is scheduled from 26-29  February at Fira Gran Via…

VIAVI to show AI and Cloud network solutions at MWC Barcelona

Viavi Solutions has announced its participation in MWC Barcelona from 26- 29 February 2024, where it will exhibit its latest advancements in network testing, automation, and optimisation solutions, leveraging the capabilities of NITRO Wireless and NITRO AIOps. Oleg Khaykin, President…

The Cyber Scheme launches course for IoT/ICS security testers

The Cyber Scheme has launched a new CSII Practitioner Training Course, specifically designed as a detailed IoT/ICS hacking course. This course aims to equip participants with the necessary skills for conducting secure tests and assessments on connected systems and devices…

Car designer Frank Stephenson reveals ‘Cradled in Safety’ for smart car seat

Frank Stephenson, renowned for his design work with Ferrari and Maserati, was in Chicago on 12th February, around the time of the 2024 Chicago Auto Show, to discuss his innovative design approach for the newly launched car seat babyark. The…

SECO to reveal advancements in Edge computing and IoT at Embedded World

SECO is set to present a wide range of solutions and technologies at the upcoming Embedded World Exhibition & Conference in Nuremberg, designed to power the next-gen of digital devices. At booth 1-320, attendees will have the opportunity to explore…

Rohde & Schwarz and Sony Semiconductor Israel reach milestones for NTN NB-IoT roll-out

Rohde & Schwarz has partnered with Sony Semiconductor Israel to achieve significant milestones in the deployment of Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT). The collaboration led to the industry’s first successful 3GPP Release 17 NTN NB-IoT Radio Frequency…