Press Releases

Software AG and ifm electronic partner to deliver convenient cloud connectivity for IoT devices

Software AG and the ifm group, an industrial automation provider, have announced a partnership that will focus on cloud-based visualisation and analysis of sensor data from industrial systems and machinery. (more…)

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July 13, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

IBM to acquire WDG Automation to advance AI-infused automation capabilities

IBM today announced it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Brazilian software provider of robotic process automation (RPA) WDG Solucoes Em Sistemas E Automacao De Processos LTDA (referred to as “WDG Automation” throughout). The acquisition further advances IBM’s comprehensive AI-infused automation capabilities, spanning business processes to IT operations. Financial terms were not disclosed. (more…)

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July 10, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Laird’s BL653 modules support long-range BLE applications in harsh environments

New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor, Mouser Electronics, Inc., is now stocking the BL653 Series of modules from Laird Connectivity. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Nestwave names Popper as CEO to lead next phase of IoT growth

Nestwave, a provider of geolocation IP and cloud services for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, announced today that Ambroise Popper has been named chief executive officer (CEO).  (more…)

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July 9, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

IoT cyber security demand to boost embedded hardware sales

In the ongoing push for more secure IoT devices and applications, the hardware choices for embedded security are growing dynamically. (more…)

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July 7, 2020

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Edge network appliance from Advantech designed ready for 5G and Wi-Fi 6

Advantech, a global specialist in IoT, has launched its FWA-1112VC network appliance which introduces a series of features to its range of entry and mid-level white boxes for software-defined WAN (SD-WAN) and universal Customer Premises Equipment (uCPE). (more…)

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July 6, 2020

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Austria’s S&T AG to acquire Iskratel Group for €37.5mn for industrial IoT skills

S&T AG has agreed to acquire the Iskratel Group for €37.5 million. Based in Kranj, Slovenia, Iskratel is a European ICT provider for digital transformation of the telecoms, transport, public safety and energy industries. (more…)

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COVID-19 highlights the need for real-time cargo tracking solutions

Berg Insight has released a new market report covering the cargo tracking market. The number of active tracking devices deployed for cargo loading units including trailers, intermodal containers, rail freight wagons, air cargo containers, cargo boxes and pallets reached 7.5 million worldwide in 2019. (more…)

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July 1, 2020

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Do you speak the language? Solving global IoT network challenges

Imagine the scenario, says Ian Marsden, co-founder at CTO at Eseye: You’re the CIO of a healthcare business with thousands of IoT-enabled devices deployed around the world. They’re devices that people rely on, and they’re connected via the local mobile network. (more…)

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BICS and Avnet Silica combine huge cellular connectivity with hardware expertise

BICS, an international communications enabler, has joined forces with technology solutions provider, Avnet Silica, to deliver Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), devices and applications. (more…)

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June 30, 2020

Posted by: Anasia D'mello