Press Releases

ioXt Alliance approves SolaSec as an Authorised Lab partner

The ioXt Alliance, the global standard for IoT security, has announce that SolaSec, a distinguished cybersecurity firm, has been accepted into the ioXt Authorised Labs program. SolaSec joins an elite global network of independent security testing laboratories empowered to conduct advanced ioXt SmartCert testing.

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September 18, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

PCCW Global and Guodian High-Tech sign MoU

PCCW Global and Guodian High-Tech sign MoU

PCCW Global recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beijing Guodian High-Tech Technology (GDHT), a satellite IoT company in mainland China, during the 10th Belt and Road Summit held in Hong Kong. The collaboration aims to jointly build satellite-based narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) services for Hong Kong, Macao and Belt and Road regions.

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September 16, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

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OKI signed Memorandum of Understanding with Turkish State Railways

OKI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Turkish State Railways to conduct a Proof of Concept involving emergency notifications using Internet of Things (IoT) disaster prevention inspection and monitoring technology – “Zero Energy IoT Series,” as well as disaster risk prediction utilising satellite images and other complementary methods.

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September 9, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

Chesapeake connects: Boldyn Networks’ private network powers the smart city transformation project

Boldyn Networks (Boldyn) is partnering with the City of Chesapeake, Virginia to deploy a city-owned private wireless network to support the city’s emerging Chesapeake Connects initiative and smart city strategy.

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August 21, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

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nRF9160 cellular IoT module detects leaks in water pipes

7Sense has partnered with the Norwegian Municipality of Horten to implement its nRF9160 SiP-powered leak detecting system to reduce water waste and meet sustainability goals.

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August 12, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

Europe’s ECC approves decision for satellite to low-power device communications

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.

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July 31, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

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Apiary Master gets beekeepers buzzing with Quectel EG21-powered Direct to Cell connectivity

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.

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July 24, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

SES completes acquisition of Intelsat

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.

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July 22, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

Soracom IoT platform achieves SOC 2 Type 2 compliance

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.

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July 15, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber

OpenSTX foundation launches to standardise next-generation protocol for industrial wireless

Open Source Summit North America — The Joint Development Foundation, part of the Linux Foundation family, has announced the launch of the OpenSTX Foundation, a new community-driven initiative to support the development and adoption of Synchronous Transmission (STX)-based wireless networking as an open industry standard. By coordinating efforts under a vendor-neutral foundation, the OpenSTX community aims to foster the universal adoption of STX to power the next generation of industrial IoT, cyber-physical systems and more.

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June 24, 2025

Posted by: Marion Webber