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The evolution of Mirai could spell trouble for Windows business and home users

The infamous Mirai malware is now capable of targeting Windows systems, according to researchers at an antivirus firm. The original version of the malware was discovered in August 2016 and was used by cybercriminals to create botnets of infected Internet of Things (IoT) devices. (more…)

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March 1, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

1oT launches new global self-service based connectivity platform at Mobile World Congress 2017

1oT announces the launch of its global self-service based platform called 1oT Terminal at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, held on 27th Feb – 2nd Mar 2017. (more…)

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February 28, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Monitoring IoT devices to detect malicious threats

Since its inception, the Internet of Things (IoT) has grown at a rapid pace and shows no signs of stopping. It is no secret that the IoT comes with inherent security risks, Forrester has predicted a large-scale IoT security breach will occur in 2017. (more…)

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Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

The day of the smart appliance is finally dawning

Smart appliances have been available for many years without making much impact on the US$74 billion worldwide Laundry and Refrigeration market, but research from Futuresource Consulting indicates that this may be about to change. (more…)

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February 27, 2017

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CA Technologies and InterDigital co-develop and deploy secured IoT with a joint smart metering solution

InterDigital, Inc., a mobile technology research and development company, has entered into a strategic technology partnership with software solution provider, CA Technologies. (more…)

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How IoT and collaboration are transforming the mobile communications industry

Despite its name, Mobile World Congress is about so much more than mobile handsets. Now in its 31st year, MWC retains its title as the biggest event in the telecoms calendar, yet it has undergone an astounding transformation from mobile tradeshow to technology behemoth. (more…)

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February 26, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Zappar closes US$3.75m in Series A funding round to power creative suite for AR/VR and MR

Zappar, a developer of augmented reality (AR) experiences and creative tools, has raised a US$3.75 million Series A round. The round has been led by London investment house Hargreave Hale, with participation from trade investors You & Mr Jones and Chinese independent app developer, iDreamSky. (more…)

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February 25, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Connected airport readied for take-off by Panasonic Business at MWC in Barcelona

Panasonic Business’s 120m2 booth at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona (Hall 6 Booth H31) will feature technology for retail, car rental, communications, security, logistics and ground handling. It aims to bring together the automotive, business technology, industrial and eco solutions divisions within Panasonic. (more…)

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February 24, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Hackers make the unthinkable, well…thinkable: Hacking the Internet of Medical Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) brings with it endless opportunities – and, quite a few security challenges. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent guidance on handling medical device vulnerabilities follows closely on the heels of its more general medical device cybersecurity guidance. (more…)

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TrackNet targets busy families for its Tabs IoT home and family monitoring system

TrackNet, Inc., a LoRaWAN™ Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider for consumer and industry, will take the wraps off its Tabs™ solution at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, next week (February 27-March 1). (more…)

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February 23, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil