Press Releases

Amazon to acquire Eero to help customers better connect smart home devices

Amazon and Eero announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Amazon will acquire Eero. Eero’s home mesh Wi-Fi systems set up in minutes and blanket every room of a customer’s home in high-performing, (more…)

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February 12, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Finland’s Forciot backed by new investors for innovative stretchable electronics technology

The technology start-up company Forciot reports that Heraeus Holding GmbH and Volvo Cars’ Technology fund AB have made investments in the company as part of the Forciot’s Series A investment round. (more…)

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January 29, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Universal Electronics and Microsoft collaborate on a turnkey digital assistant platform for smart home hubs

Universal Electronics Inc.,, a global provider of universal control and sensing technologies for the smart home, is collaborating with Microsoft to launch a new digital assistant platform for the home built on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform using AI and IoT services. (more…)

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January 17, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Range of LoRaWAN wireless solutions launched by Advantech B+B SmartWorx

Advantech B+B SmartWorx, a provider of global intelligent systems, is expanding its range of wireless products with the launch of LoRaWAN wireless solutions. LoRa solutions from Advantech help users have better control and management for applications in remote areas, (more…)

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January 15, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Weaponised emails pose the biggest threat to cyber security

UK cyber security provider Glasswall Solutions predicts the decline of mass cyber-attacks as criminals opt for more tailored methods, with awareness growing that anti-virus technology fails to provide full protection. (more…)

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January 9, 2019

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

The right tools for monetising IoT: Don’t use a B1 bomber in a local insurrection

It’s all very well to have a flow of data from IoT-enabled sensors and devices, but if you don’t have the necessary tools to monetise the data you may as well not bother. (more…)

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December 20, 2018

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Enterprise video surveillance growing to US$12bn on edge and device analytics capabilities

As the video surveillance industry continues its transition toward IP camera systems with edge and on-device analytics capabilities, solution providers continue to offer connected products and services with vastly stronger value propositions than traditional, legacy analogue systems. (more…)

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December 14, 2018

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Integrating man and machine: A fresh approach for modern grocery warehouses

As one of the most repeatable, well-understood, and mature supply chains across all industries, the grocery supply chain has mastered predictable processes around every conceivable aspect of warehouse operations as grocers operate around unusually razor-thin profit margins. (more…)

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December 13, 2018

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Why off-the-shelf software could stall your success

As businesses become increasingly tech savvy, the need for more systems and software is at an all time high. Choosing the right solution can be a confusing and daunting task, however, with a plethora of options available. Many businesses opt for off-the-shelf software due to it seeming like the easiest option, but just because something is easy does that make it the best option? (more…)

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December 12, 2018

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Atmos Home announces seed US$1mn funding as it launches ‘intelligent’ smart home control system at CES

Atmos Home, developer of AtmosControl, is claiming to offer “the world’s most intelligent smart home control system”. It has closed on a US$1 million (€0.88 million) seed round from Luminance Brands, a designer and distributor of high-end lighting solutions to the commercial and residential markets. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello