The Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organisation focused on promoting secure interoperability and energy efficiency across long-life appliances, HVAC systems, and TVs within the connected home ecosystem, has announced a cooperative agreement with the Korea Association of AI Smart Home…
Verizon to acquire Frontier for $20 billion
Verizon Communications and Frontier Communications have announced a definitive agreement for Verizon to acquire Frontier in an all-cash deal valued at $20 billion. This strategic acquisition of Frontier, the largest pure-play fibre internet provider in the US, will significantly bolster…
Indio Networks collaborates with EdgeCore Wi-Fi
Indio Networks, a provider of networking solutions with nearly two decades of experience, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Edgecore Wi-Fi, based in Taiwan. This partnership marks a significant development within the OpenWiFi ecosystem, as both companies are…
Trasna acquires Workz in move to meet demand for SIM technologies
In a strategic move to enhance its IoT capabilities, Trasna Holdings, a specialist in IoT communications, has acquired Workz, a company in Cloud-based eSIM solutions. This acquisition positions Trasna as a major player in both current and future mobile IoT…
Aqara unveils smart home solutions at IFA 2024
Aqara has unveiled a range of innovative smart home solutions aimed at enhancing security, safety, energy efficiency, and interoperability. Alongside these new developments, Aqara has announced partnerships with Home Assistant and Tesla, expanding its ecosystem and integration capabilities. Home security…
Belden announces integration with AWS IoT
Belden has announced the integration of its CloudRail software with AWS IoT SiteWise. Acquired by Belden in 2023, CloudRail offers Cloud-based device management, allowing users to globally roll out, manage, and update edge devices. This fully managed solution processes data…
Gilat secures $12 million orders from satellite operator
Gilat Satellite Networks recently announced it has secured orders exceeding $12 million from a prominent satellite operator to expand their global SATCOM network. This expansion will utilise Gilat’s SkyEdge range of VSAT platforms, with delivery expected over the next 12…
New developments extend the battery life of LPWAN devices
In this exclusive article for IoT Insider, Martin Lesund, Technical Marketing Manager – Cellular IoT at Nordic Semiconductor investigates battery life in LPWAN devices Supported by the latest innovations in low power wireless technology, cellular IoT products can achieve unprecedented…
Thread releases 1.4 specification
The Thread Group has officially released its Thread 1.4 specification, alongside launching a new certification programme for applications. This release enables members to introduce significant upgrades to both new and existing wireless IoT devices, as well as advanced sensor networks,…
Dryad Networks announces availability of third-gen Silvanet gateways
Dryad Networks has announced the general availability of its third-generation Silvanet border and mesh gateways, which bring new features designed for ultra-early wildfire detection and forest management. These advanced gateways introduce significant enhancements, including direct-to-satellite connectivity, an extended LoRa radio…
