Press Releases

Universal Electronics and Microsoft collaborate on a turnkey digital assistant platform for smart home hubs

Universal Electronics Inc.,, a global provider of universal control and sensing technologies for the smart home, is collaborating with Microsoft to launch a new digital assistant platform for the home built on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform using AI and IoT services. (more…)

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January 17, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Vodafone and PNSol champion new Broadband Forum quality of experience project focused on creating ‘invisible’ network

Broadband Forum has launched a new project called Broadband Quality Experience Delivered (Broadband QED), which will be led by Vodafone and Predictable Network Solutions (PNSol). (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Java Card 3.1 designed to boost IoT device security at the network edge

Oracle has released Java Card 3.1, the latest version of the popular and open application platform used to secure some of the world’s most sensitive devices. (more…)

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January 16, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

IoT heralds a new era for the high street

Matt Sebek, vice president of Digital at WWT, explores how carefully implemented IoT technology can be crucial to transforming the retail experience and preventing further high-street casualties. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Smart speaker usage booms worldwide but trust is key to continued adoption, says Accenture

Half of online consumers globally now use digital voice assistants, with emerging markets leading the way in adoption. (more…)

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January 10, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Alibaba, Xiaomi and others join new Bluetooth SIG Smart Home Subgroup to boost mesh networking in the market

In response to growing adoption of Bluetooth mesh networking in smart home solutions, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has formed a new Smart Home Subgroup. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

G.hn technology is expanding into new markets, says HomeGrid Forum at CES

The demand for smart cities across the world has led the HomeGrid Forum to expand its work for 2019 into smart grids, Internet of Things (IoT), connected cars, and Visible Light Communication (VLC). (more…)

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January 9, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Smart home devices shipments will have exceeded 100mn globally in 2018

Almost 110 million smart home devices will be shipped worldwide in 2018, according to a new industry report from Futuresource Consulting. This equates to a retail value of almost $17 billion (€14.8 billion) and demonstrates strong growth in both volume and value. (more…)

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January 7, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Bestechnic licenses CEVA Bluetooth 5 dual mode IP for its audio platforms

Bestechnic (BES), a designer and supplier of advanced audio platform system-on-chips (SoCs), has licensed and deployed CEVA’s RivieraWaves Bluetooth IP in its latest solution targeting high-end headphones and headsets.  (more…)

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January 3, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Cybeats announces US$3mn investment for cybersecurity and lifecycle management for IoT devices

Cybeats, a rapidly growing cybersecurity company protecting Internet of Things (IoT) devices, announced it has raised $3 million (€2.6 million) to expand the team in Toronto and abroad. (more…)

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December 18, 2018

Posted by: Anasia D'mello