A novel, cost-effective Internet of Things (IoT) sensor system, developed with Scottish expertise, is poised to help communities in developing countries combat the impacts of climate change by enabling real-time detection, monitoring, and management of water quality. Aqsen Innovations has…
Hughes opens 5G incubation centre in Maryland, US
Hughes Network Systems, a subsidiary of EchoStar, recently announced the inauguration of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and 5G incubation centre in Germantown, Maryland, reaffirming Hughes’ commitment to technological progress and nurturing local talent in the area. The Hughes Manufacturing Facility…
Skylo certifies Sony’s chipset for its satellite network
Skylo Technologies, a specialist in satellite network connectivity, has today announced the certification of Sony Semiconductor Israel’s (Sony) ALT1250 chipset as part of the Skylo Certification Program. Devices incorporating this chipset will seamlessly support both cellular and native satellite connectivity,…
IOT Insider welcomes a new Editor
IOT Insider is pleased to welcome a new Editor to the team, Caitlin Gittins. Caitlin has cultivated a passion for both writing and reading, a foundation that has seamlessly transitioned into her professional life. She has been immersed in the…
What can we learn from the 2G sunset in the US?
3G has already gone or going fast. Now the 2G network is shutting down around the globe. In the UK and Germany, the intention is to phase out 2G services by 2033 at the latest but other regions including the…
Listening to the plants: Cisco’s solutions to support coffee farmers
In an effort to explore more sustainable approaches to coffee farming in challenging environments as climate change proves a hurdle for farmers, Cisco has forged a partnership with the ConSenso Project, a coalition of Tanzanian espresso farmers and Italian plant…
What will the NIS2 Directive mean for smaller organisations
First established in July 2016, The Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS), encompassed two groups— the operators of essential services; and relevant digital service providers. The aim of the directive was to strengthen cybersecurity resilience and, while somewhat effective, it…
5G lab to open in UK city shopping centre
A new 5G-enabled workspace, the 5G Immersive Lab, is set to launch in Eldon Square’s Greys Quarter, offering businesses a platform to test new products and access cutting-edge virtual reality technology. This initiative is being spearheaded by Digital Catapult with…
Trusted Connectivity Alliance reports consumer eSIM adoption doubled in 2023
Consumer adoption of eSIM technology continues to grow rapidly, according to exclusive market monitoring figures released by Trusted Connectivity Alliance (TCA). The latest data shows that consumer eSIM profile downloads more than doubled in 2023, increasing 109% year-on-year. Growth was…
PSTI Act enters into law to enforce security in smart devices
For manufacturers selling smart devices in the UK, the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act came into force on 29th April 2024, stipulating that smart devices sold to the UK must be designed to enforce greater security. The purpose…
