In January, the GSMA, the global organisation unifying the mobile ecosystem, introduced a new industry-wide technical specification called SGP.32 v1.2, together with test, compliance and security specifications to ensure eSIM Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, used within IoT products, are secure and interoperable when interacting with communications networks and service platforms around the world. The GSMA has now included certification of this specification as part of its GSMA eUICC Security Assurance scheme and eSIM Compliance program, ensuring eSIM IoT products comply with stringent security and interoperability requirements, alongside already established consumer and machine-to-machine eSIM product certification. (more…)
April 30, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9151 low power module for advanced cellular Internet of Things (IoT) applications now includes SoftSIM support for Japan’s only SoftSIM provider, Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ). By using a SoftSIM instead of a traditional SIM, product developers can reduce SIM and Bill of Materials (BoM) costs, simplify design and lower power consumption for cellular IoT end products based on Nordic’s nRF9151 module. SoftSIM is ideal for space-constrained cellular IoT devices with low power consumption requirements, such as wearables and smart sensors.
April 21, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
ORBCOMM has announced the launch of the SKYWAVE Connect partner program, which enables Internet of Things (IoT) solution providers, system integrators, value-added resellers and other channel partners to accelerate their IoT solution development, expand their market reach and take advantage of new growth opportunities. The program launched in select regions with a global rollout to follow later this year.
April 17, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Borqs Technologies, Inc. has announced that it has completed the sale of its core businesses to Sasken Technologies, Ltd., a global product engineering and digital transformation services company based in India. Included in the sale were all of the Company’s embedded software design and customised hardware manufacturing of products for the Internet of Things (IoT) activities. Price for the sale totalled US$40 million, a portion will be reserved for employees, tax withholding and payments subject to an earnout arrangement linked to performance in the year 2025.
April 16, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Actelis Networks, Inc., a market player in cyber-hardened, rapid deployment networking solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) and broadband applications, has announced that it has received a follow-on order from the City of Eugene, Oregon to expand its traffic management system with additional networking equipment.
April 15, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Horten Municipality in southern Norway, and local smart condition monitoring solution provider, 7Sense, have collaborated on a cellular Internet of Things (IoT)-based project designed to detect leaks in drinking water networks in the region. The solution is powered by Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9160 low power module with integrated LTE-M/NB-IoT modem and GNSS, and the project is supported by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
April 10, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Ayla Networks, a provider of smart home and Internet of Things (IoT) software platforms, has announced its partnership with Google Cloud to enhance scalability, reliability, security and innovation opportunities for Ayla’s global customers.
April 9, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Vodafone has connected its 200 millionth Internet of Things (IoT) device, part of a secure worldwide network of smart devices and machines that monitor people’s health, protect endangered animals, thwart vehicle thefts and detect fires, floods and earthquakes.
April 8, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
In today’s fast-paced air cargo environment, keeping track of every unit load device (ULD) is critical for smooth operations. Every day, airlines contend with the challenge of displaced ULDs—industry estimates suggest that about 5% of ULDs are misplaced at any given time. It’s clear that the industry is in need of proven digitalisation solutions.
April 7, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Treon and Skyler have announced a partnership to transform asset reliability management. The collaboration combines Treon’s Internet of Things (IoT)-powered solutions with Skyler’s comprehensive reliability services and artificial intelligence (AI) analytics for mechanical equipment, delivering full coverage across plants—from balance-of-plant systems to critical assets.
April 4, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber