BlackBerry announces generative AI powered cybersecurity assistant

BlackBerry Limited announced its new generative AI powered assistant for Security Operations Centre (SOC) teams. The enterprise-grade solution acts as a SOC Analyst providing generative AI based cyberthreat analysis and support to enhance CISO operations. It leverages private large language…

Hirose expand FPC with compact hybrid FPC-to-board connector

Hirose has expanded its miniature hybrid flexible printed circuit (FPC) to board connector family to simplify mating and provide design flexibility. Combing space savings and a high-power capacity, the BK22 Series connector enables OEMs to reduce the size of portable…

Streamlining cellular data for IoT

The advent of centralised and customisable IoT data management has revolutionised the landscape for contemporary IoT data users, facilitating scalability. The astounding amount of data generated today can be epitomised by a statement from a Google executive: “There were 5…

Revolutionising indoor IoT energy harvesting

Dracula Technologies announces its new ‘Green MicroPower Factory’ – a state-of-the-art, fully automated facility. The largest of its kind in Europe (2,500m²), this factory will produce up to 150 million cm² of organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices per year, using inkjet…

BlackBerry to segment IoT division and go for IPO

BlackBerry announced earlier this month its intention to divide its IoT and cybersecurity divisions. It is hoping to target a subsidiary initial public offering for the IoT business next fiscal year. The former smartphone producer, which at its peak owned…

Global mobile robotics market survey indicates acceptance and significant growth

BlueBotics, the global reference in natural navigation for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), has released results of a new survey indicating significant growth in automated guided vehicle (AGVs) on its educational website, ANTdriven.com. Conducted in collaboration…

Compact and connected – 3D-circuits revolutionising wearable medical devices

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology, innovation is not just a buzzword; it’s a necessity. Wearable medical devices have emerged as game-changers, providing patients with continuous monitoring and healthcare professionals with real-time insights. This requires the integration of reliable…

Kontron to acquire Bsquare for $1.90 per share

Kontron America and Bsquare jointly announced on 13th October the execution of a definitive merger agreement by which Kontron will acquire Bsquare. Under the terms of the agreement, Kontron will commence a tender offer for all outstanding shares of Bsquare…

UK opposition leader Keir Starmer visits Materials Innovation Factory

The leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, and Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, visited the University of Liverpool’s Materials Innovation Factory (MIF) last week as they took time away from their Party conference. Sir Keir and Rachel were welcomed…

Police increasingly using smart doorbells to tackle crime

Smart doorbells, best known for seeing if its your friend at the door, or if its the pizza delivery driver, have long been an established part of the slowly developing smart home environment. Yet, what is newer, is the seriousness…