Press Releases

T-Mobile lights up LTE in the Gulf of Mexico

The Un-carrier now has you covered by land, by air and by sea. T-Mobile claimed to announce it’s the first major wireless provider to launch LTE coverage in the Gulf of Mexico, changing the game for offshore businesses and consumers alike. (more…)

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July 24, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Garmin introduces the GNC 355 GPS/Comm radio with LPV approaches

Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. announced the GNC 355 – a GPS navigator with Localiser Performance with Vertical (LPV) approach guidance, complete with a built-in Comm radio. (more…)

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July 18, 2019

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Insight launches connected suite to accelerate adoption of complex IoT solutions

Insight Enterprises, a Fortune 500 global solution integrator for organisations of all sizes, announced the launch of Insight Connected Suite, a fully managed Internet of Things (IoT) solution that is industry-agnostic and helps clients accelerate the use of smart solutions. (more…)

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GSMA, Vodafone and GIFEC partner to deliver connectivity to rural communities

The GSMA announced a new partnership with Vodafone Ghana and the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) to support the deployment of innovative mobile internet connectivity solutions for unconnected rural communities. As part of the Connected Society Innovation Fund for Rural Connectivity, the project will run for eighteen months from July 2019 to late 2020. (more…)

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July 17, 2019

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Visa acquires Payworks to create a fully integrated payment acceptance solution

Visa announced it has acquired Payworks, a Munich-based provider of next-generation payment gateway software for the Point of Sale (POS). (more…)

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The EU Cybersecurity Act: What is it and what does it mean for Europe?

The European Union’s Cybersecurity Act is a key step in establishing the regulatory frameworks and certification schemes necessary for developing cyber-resilience, says Gil Bernabeu, technical director, GlobalPlatform. In addition, the Act also provides for a permanent mandate and more resources for the EU Cybersecurity Agency, ENISA. (more…)

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July 11, 2019

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IoT: On the rise and under threat

Andrew Bargery, solution architect, F5 Networks, explains how service providers can stay safe today’s increasingly connected world. The global Internet of Things (IoT) market will likely reach trillions of dollars in the coming years. According to Gartner, there are now 8,4 billion IoT devices implemented, and that number is expected to grow to 20,4 billion by 2020. (more…)

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July 9, 2019

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Berg Insight says 18mn North Americans used connected care solutions in 2018

A new report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight has found that around 18.0 million people in North America were using connected care solutions at the end of 2018. (more…)

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July 8, 2019

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Nokia’s digitalisation of its 5G Oulu factory recognised by the World Economic Forum as an “Advanced 4th Industrial Revolution Lighthouse”

Nokia‘s 5G “factory of the future” in Oulu, Finland was selected by McKinsey and the World Economic Forum as an Advanced 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) Lighthouse, reflecting leadership and proven success in adopting and implementing 4IR technologies at scale. (more…)

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July 4, 2019

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Vodafone goes live with Ericsson 5G technology in London

Ericsson’s 5G technology leadership was at the heart of Vodafone UK’s launch of 5G for consumer and business customers in London. The spectacular cityscape views of London’s Sky Garden hosted a dedicated launch event powered by Ericsson 5G technology, including a virtual demonstration with highlights from the latest Ericsson ConsumerLab Report: 5G Consumer Potential. (more…)

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