Anritsu Company announces a comprehensive automotive Ethernet test solution that delivers precise Media Dependent Interface (MDI) return loss and mode conversion measurements for validating 100BASE-T1 and 1000BASE-T1 compliance. By using the Anritsu ShockLine MS46524B vector network analyser (VNA) with the…
What does ‘Internet of Things’ mean in 2026?
Long associated with fridges that text you when you run out of milk and watches that count the number of steps you take, the Internet of Things has changed almost beyond recognition since the term was popularised a decade ago.…
A tablet that can report being swallowed: the tiny tech inside MIT’s ‘smart pill’
Imagine this: you reach for your daily medication, but then get distracted by a call, a message, or a cat demanding attention—and suddenly you can’t remember whether you actually swallowed it. For millions of people on long-term treatments, this small…
Xsens IMUs deliver sub-5cm heave accuracy for wave motion
Xsens announced a major capability upgrade for its industrial-grade Xsens Sirius and Xsens Avior inertial measurement units (IMUs). The new Heave feature delivers centimetre-level vertical displacement measurement, enabling real-time stabilisation and wave compensation in a wide range of marine applications.…
Schneider Electric’s 2026 predictions for the energy transition
Schneider Electric reveals its 2026 predictions for the UK’s energy transition as it decarbonises its industries, buildings and power grids. The UK’s net zero economy could be worth up to £1 trillion in by 2030 – around one third…
Why the smart home of the future will include robots doing the housework
Whether it’s Rosie the Robot from The Jetsons or Herbie in The Fantastic Four, popular culture has long imagined a future where household chores are handled by tireless mechanical helpers. For decades, those visions felt firmly rooted in fiction. At…
Cloud Strategy for 2026: the year of repatriation, resilience, and regional rebalancing
This year is set to be a pivotal year for Cloud strategy, with repatriation gaining momentum due to shifting legislative, geopolitical, and technological pressures. This trend has accelerated, with a growing focus on data sovereignty, writes Rob Coupland, Chief Executive…
Cybersecurity outlook for 2026: Navigating AI and the critical Role of connectivity
The cybersecurity landscape is undergoing a rapid evolution, driven by digital transformation and artificial intelligence. These two factors are reshaping the ways in which organisations operate and ultimately defend themselves against threats. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented…
What is Vodafone’s Internet of Things Business and why has it set up an American division?
Vodafone’s Internet of Things (IoT) business, spun out from the main Vodafone Group in 2024, is focused on connecting and managing global networks of devices across industries. From autonomous vehicles to medical implants, the platform allows companies to monitor, control,…
From niche to mainstream: how smart rings are outshining smartwatches in 2026
Worn by Kim Kardashian, Prince Harry, Lewis Hamilton, and the England men’s football team in Euro 2024, it seems smart rings are finally having a moment in 2026. After more than a decade as a niche curiosity, manufacturers say smart…