Press Releases

Ubuntu Core 20 secures Linux for IoT

Canonical’s Ubuntu Core 20, a minimal, containerised version of Ubuntu 20.04 LTS for Internet of Things (IoT) devices and embedded systems, is now generally available. This version bolsters device security with secure boot, full disk encryption, and secure device recovery. Ubuntu Core builds on the Ubuntu application ecosystem to create what are said to be ultra-secure smart things. (more…)

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February 2, 2021

Posted by: Anasia D'mello

Smart meter network passes 10mn milestone in UK

The Data Communications Company (DCC) has confirmed that the 10 millionth smart meter has been connected to its national secure network. The milestone was achieved with the installation of an electricity smart meter on 1st February 2021 by E.ON Energy at a location in Doddington, Cambridgeshire. (more…)

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Homeworking environments vulnerable to poor connectivity

“Thousands of working hours are being lost every day through troubleshooting poor internet connections and 4G coverage,” says Steve Ballantyne of Spry Fox Networks. (more…)

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February 1, 2021

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Fujitsu America’s smart factory framework powered by PTC’s ThingWorx and Vuforia

PTC has expanded its existing customer relationship with Fujitsu America, Inc. to promote adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. (more…)

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January 28, 2021

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PiP IoT integrates sensors with Yotta asset management software for data-driven decisions

PiP IoT, a New Zealand-based manufacturer of ultra-rugged Internet of Things (IoT) sensing devices for Smart City and infrastructure monitoring applications, has signed a collaborative agreement with Yotta, a UK-based connected asset management software and services provider. (more…)

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January 25, 2021

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Youbiquo supported by Lantronix advanced IoT tech in development of augmented reality smart glasses

Lantronix Inc. a global provider of Software as a Service (SaaS), engineering services and intelligent hardware for the Internet of Things (IoT) and Remote Environment Management (REM), rerports that its engineering team has supported Youbiquo, an Italy-based developer of wearable electronics and IoT devices. (more…)

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January 22, 2021

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Crosser and Advantech partner to simplify edge analytics for industrial IoT

Crosser, a provider of Intelligent Edge Analytics software for industrial Internet of Things (IoT), and Advantech, a global provider in intelligent IoT systems and embedded platforms have formed a strategic alliance to empower global industries with Advanced Edge Analytics. (more…)

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January 21, 2021

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UltraWide band gains critical foothold in consumer and industry segments

The UWB Alliance and the omlox community of PI (PROFIBUS & PROFINET International) have signed a joint liaison agreement to work together in partnership on areas of mutual interest. (more…)

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Amazfit GTR 2e and Amazfit GTS 2e praised in the media spotlight at CES 2021

Amazfit, a global brand in the smart wearables market, showcased a range of innovative products across multiple categories at the all-digital Consumer Electronic Show 2021. (more…)

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January 19, 2021

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Hearable technologies still a fast-growing $71bn health market despite Covid-19

According to Futuresource Consulting, the hearables market has continued to demonstrate rapid growth, 60% year-on-year, from 2019 through to 2020. Covid-19 inspired use-cases are expected to propel it even further, to reach a forecast US$71 billion (€58.70 billion) in 2024. (more…)

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Posted by: Anasia D'mello