The LoRa Alliance, the global association of companies backing the open LoRaWAN standard for the internet of things (IoT) low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs), has announced that the Electronic Communications Committee (ECC) of the European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT) has officially approved the Decision ECC DEC(25)02, confirming the regulatory framework enabling satellite-to-low power device communication with satellites (LPD-S) communications within the short-range device (SRD) 862-870MHz frequency band in Europe. This landmark decision, finalized during the ECC’s June meeting, marks a significant advancement in enabling satellite-based LPWAN IoT solutions, particularly LoRaWAN, across Europe.
July 31, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
AFL, a manufacturer of fibre optic cables, connectivity and equipment, and VIE Technologies, a pioneer in non-invasive, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered predictive monitoring and maintenance solutions for power transformers and mechanical equipment, has announced a partnership that aims to deliver intelligent infrastructure monitoring solutions for the energy and data centre sectors.
July 29, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, has announced its support for Apiary Solutions, a provider of the iAPIS operations management platform for the commercial beekeeping industry, through the provision of its high-performance EG21-G Mini PCIe LTE Cat 1 module. Integrated into the Apiary Master device, the Quectel module enables reliable, real-time connectivity for beekeeping operations across New Zealand and Australia, helping drive smarter, more efficient hive management.
July 24, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
SES, a space solutions company, has announced the completion of its highly value accretive acquisition of Intelsat, creating a strengthened global satellite operator with an expanded fleet of 120 satellites across two orbits. The newly combined company will use its skilled teams with deep vertical expertise to deliver integrated multi-orbit, multi-band satellite and connectivity solutions to businesses and governments around the world, creating a stronger multi-orbit operator with ~60% of revenue in high-growth segments.
July 22, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, has announced the launch of its latest high-performance MCU Zigbee and BLE module, the KCMA32S. This module is designed to meet the growing demands of IoT applications such as smart lighting, featuring advanced connectivity options and a compact form factor.
July 17, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Soracom, Inc., a global provider of advanced Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, has announced that it has achieved System and Organisation Controls (SOC) 2 Type 2 compliance, reinforcing its commitment as an IoT technology leader with the highest standards of security, availability and confidentiality for customers operating at global scale.
July 15, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
This January, IKEA will introduce over 20 new smart products — all built to work with Matter, the universal smart home standard. It’s the biggest step IKEA has taken to make smart home technology open, simple and affordable for the many people.
July 10, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
The Connectivity Standards Alliance, an organisation with over 800 Members working together to simplify and harmonise the Internet of Things (IoT) through technology standards, continues to expand the boundaries of IoT innovation while maximising its global reach. With that, we are excited to announce the addition of Bosch to the Alliance Board of Directors (Board) as they step into a leadership role, strengthening the Alliance’s commitment to transforming the connected world.
July 8, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
Wastewater services company Cappagh Browne, which serves more than 1.5 million customers on behalf of Southern Water, has reduced dangerous driving by 95% in just one week following targeted safety training powered by artificial intelligence (AI) Dash Cams and GPS-tracking technology from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations Platform. Before installing Samsara’s smart AI-augmented platform, the business had limited visibility into driver behaviour. Manual processes and unreliable tracking systems led to growing compliance pressures and rising operational risks, prompting a need for a modern approach to fleet safety and oversight.
July 3, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber
SKBM Smart Technology, the nation’s only vendor-agnostic smart building aggregator operating nationally, has announced that Asset Living the second-largest property management firm in the United States (U.S.) with a portfolio exceeding 300,000 units—has selected SKBM Smart Technology as its preferred partner for all Smart Building Projects.
July 1, 2025
Posted by: Marion Webber