Press Releases

Renesas announces development of next-generation wireless MCUs

Düsseldorf. October 21, 2021 ― Renesas Electronics Corporation, a supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, announced that it is developing new microcontrollers (MCUs) that will support the recently released Bluetooth® 5.3 Low Energy (LE) Specification.

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October 22, 2021

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Proliferation of remote health monitoring fueled by post-COVID era, finds Strategy Analytics

The recent proliferation of digital health and wellness functions within the consumer wearables market has led to more attention being paid to remote healthcare monitoring solutions either through a self-managed approach or via a full-service program from a healthcare practitioner. (more…)

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STMicroelectronics and Sierra Wireless collaborate to simplify and accelerate connected IoT solutions deployment

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor provider serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, and Sierra Wireless, an IoT services provider, have announced an agreement that will enable the STM32 microcontroller (MCU) user community to leverage flexible cellular IoT connectivity and edge-to-cloud solutions from Sierra Wireless. (more…)

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October 20, 2021

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Vodafone launches eco-sim cards made from recycled plastic

Vodafone is launching Eco-SIM cards made from recycled plastic as part of the company’s commitment to reduce its impact on the environment. (more…)

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October 19, 2021

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A1 Telekom Austria Group: Judit Albers takes over as director of the wholesale division

Judit Albers has taken over responsibility for the Wholesale division as per October 1, where she will pursue the international agendas. The previous division manager, Franz Bader, will retire at the beginning of 2022. (more…)

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October 18, 2021

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MATRIXX Software announces $50mn in growth funding from Francisco Partners

MATRIXX Software, a global provider of 5G monetisation for the communications industry, announced $50 million (€43.12 million) in growth funding from Francisco Partners, a global investment firm that specialises in partnering with technology businesses. (more…)

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October 14, 2021

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Smart TV voice assistant transactions to approach $500mn in 2023

A new study from Juniper Research has found that spend through voice assistant-enabled smart TVs will reach nearly $500 million (€432.02 million) in 2023; a sharp increase from the $126 million (€108.87 million) expected in 2021. This growth reflects how voice assistants are becoming context‑dependent sales portals, as well as information and control systems, and smart TVs will bring an important visual element to voice assistant purchases. (more…)

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October 11, 2021

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HERE launches advanced real-time traffic service

HERE Technologies, the location data and technology platform, announced the launch of its new HERE Advanced Real-Time Traffic service. It introduces new lane-level information and expanding inner-city coverage to help drivers reach their destinations more efficiently and stress-free. (more…)

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Infineon module and chip technology power 352 kW PV solution from Sungrow

With the launch of the latest 1500 V PV string inverter SG350HX, Sungrow offers a new market solution that features a maximum output power of 352 kW. Thus, compared to Sungrow’s last generation inverter, the new inverter offers a significant increase in output power of about 40%. (more…)

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October 8, 2021

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Fueled by $200mn series C, Wiliot adds leaders to spearhead growth of ‘sensing as a service’ platform

Wiliot, which aims to transform the Internet of Things (IoT) with tiny computers that turn trillions of everyday products into intelligent communication devices through its “Sensing as a Service” platform, has announced significant additions to its executive leadership team. (more…)

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