SEALSQ and Post-Quantum technology, in collaboration with its parent company WISeKey International Holding and a contemporary visual pop-art French artist Ylan Anoufa, have announced the development of the AnoufaBears Intelligent Secure Toy, codenamed WISeToy. This initiative aims to safeguard children’s interactions with the Internet, combining state-of-the-art security technology with artistic vision. (more…)
February 6, 2024
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Direct Communication Solutions has announced it has entered into a licensing and reseller agreement with System Loco. The collaboration will further expand System Loco’s advanced Internet of Things (IoT) supply chain visibility and intelligence technology solutions to the North American market. (more…)
January 31, 2024
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Heliot Europe, a UK and European Sigfox operator and independent IoT network operator and solution provider, has partnered with B4T to provide it with Sigfox-0G network connectivity for its smart water meters. Known by the industry as B4T’s Jellyfish smart water meter range, these IoT devices allow utility companies, organisations and consumers to track water consumption so that leaks within systems can be better managed, and for accurate billing. (more…)
January 29, 2024
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Netmore Group has formed a partnership with the Danfoss business unit Leanheat to enhance energy efficiency in properties throughout Sweden. By leveraging Netmore’s LoRaWAN technology, the collaboration aims to achieve significant energy savings of 20-25%. The focus is on optimising energy consumption and reducing waste in buildings.
The partnership between Netmore and Danfoss aims to enhance the energy management of Swedish properties. Utilising temperature and humidity sensors together with Danfoss Leanheat’s AI-supported software, the initiative is expected to contribute to reducing energy consumption in the involved properties, with the potential for 20-25% energy savings.
Danfoss Leanheat’s approach includes the option of installing sensors in apartments for detailed energy usage data, although it is not mandatory for the functionality of the system. Danfoss has, together with Netmore, added more than 2,000 sensors to Netmore’s network in a short period and more are on the way. This deployment remains a key component in achieving the projected energy savings.
Beyond immediate energy efficiency improvements, this partnership sets the foundation for future exploration of additional use cases. By reducing energy consumption in heating and ventilation, this collaboration promotes environmental sustainability as well as offers financial benefits to property owners. It contributes to more sustainable and efficient property management practices, aligning with long-term goals of both cost savings and environmental responsibility.
“Establishing a robust and secure technical network is essential for connected property management,” Maria Gihlström, a sales manager at Danfoss Digital Services, said. “Our partnership with Netmore is crucial in developing a digital infrastructure that supports interconnected systems and sensors, providing a comprehensive solution for digital energy optimisation. Our goal is to offer property owners real-time data insights to enhance sustainability and efficiently manage energy consumption.”
Eric Collinder, a country manager for Nordics at Netmore Group AB, said, “Partnering with Danfoss represents an important step in the connected real estate sector. We are pleased that our LoRaWAN-enabled connectivity, which is focused on operational efficiency, forms a key part of Danfoss’s energy management solutions. This collaboration underlines our commitment to providing technology that supports effective digitisation in the real estate industry.”
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January 22, 2024
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ABB announced that it has agreed to acquire a majority of software service provider Meshmind to expand its research and development (R&D) capabilities in AI, Industrial IoT and machine vision. Through this acquisition, ABB will integrate engineering talent, AI and software knowledge to form a new global R&D hub to further accelerate the development of automation solutions within its Machine Automation division (B&R). The deal will focus on industries such as logistics and manufacturing. (more…)
January 19, 2024
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Sims Limited has emerged as 2024’s most sustainable corporation on Corporate Knights’ Global 100 index. This is the company’s tenth and highest ranked inclusion on the list. (more…)
January 17, 2024
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Cellhire has announced the appointment of Tony Guerion as its new CEO. Guerion will join Cellhire at the start of February bringing with him over 27 years of experience in business leadership and management in the communications industry. Guerion joined Vodafone in 2010 and rose to become Global Head of Sales for IoT in 2016. (more…)
January 16, 2024
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TÜV Rheinland has announced that it has become an authorised test lab (ATL) for Wi-Fi Alliance at a global level. The company is among the first ATLs in the world, so it can support customers in Wi-Fi Alliance certification across regions. (more…)
January 10, 2024
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Skylo has announced that it will interconnect its non-terrestrial network (NTN) satellite network with FocusPoint’s PULSE platform enabling FocusPoint’s IoT monitoring and emergency escalation service. This new service will monitor IoT devices and provide real-time escalation of alerts globally to the appropriate authorities. Key industries benefiting from this innovative new service include: agriculture, energy, transportation, utilities and automotive. (more…)
January 5, 2024
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Anritsu Corporation has announced that the first non-terrestrial networks narrowband Internet of Things (NTN NB-IoT) Protocol Conformance Tests have been validated on the 5G NR Mobile Device Test Platform ME7834NR powered by the Sony Semiconductor Israel (Sony)’s Altair device.
NTN NB-IoT is a key IoT feature that is useful in cases where the devices need to be deployed in remote regions without terrestrial cell network coverage. This is especially useful for asset tracking in maritime, logistics, mining, automotive, and other areas.
“3GPP Release 17 which is described as the next stage for 5G and LTE, NTN enables new use cases and monetization opportunities for vertical industry segments,” said Kameda Keiji, a general manager of mobile solutions division at Anritsu. “We are proud that our collaboration with Sony enables us to help the industry validate the new features quickly to market and enable certifications in GCF/PTCRB to bring certified devices to enable new applications.”
The conformance tests are defined by 3GPP in TS 36.523-1 corresponding to core requirements in TS 36.331 and have been submitted to 3GPP Radio Access Network Working Group 5 (RAN WG5) by Anritsu.
“We are thrilled about our partnership with Anritsu,” said Christophe Flechelle, GM of France and system engineering director at Sony Semiconductor Israel. “By establishing a certification program for NTN, we’re paving the way for faster integration of crucial satellite technologies into tracking devices and wearables.”
Flechelle added that this collaboration marks a significant step towards technological advancement and widespread adoption in the industry.
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January 3, 2024
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