Transport & Logistics
Decoding the Industrial IoT: Navigating the complex world of wireless technology options
We’re all familiar with wireless devices these days. They have completely taken over entertainment, communication, and work. As wireless takes over industrial operations, the requirements have evolved to include higher bandwidth and more security for critical operations. Today there is a dizzying array of wireless technologies available from Cisco and other companies, and the customers
Read moreNokia DAC PW boosts European logistics
Nokia has announced the availability of the Nokia DAC PW Compact for small-medium size businesses and the logistics industry in Europe. Following the launch in the U.S. last year, Nokia DAC PW Compact will help the logistics industry overcome connectivity and automation challenges in micro fulfilment centres (MFCs) and warehouses with new spectrum variants in
Read moreLessons from London: The blueprints for open loop
For years, London’s open-loop transport system has been heralded as an example of what is possible around the world. Transport for London (TfL) processes at least three million contactless journeys daily, accounting for more than 60% of pay-as-you-go transactions. The high demand for contactless ‘tap and go’ capabilities has enabled the UK government to extend that capability to 53 other stations outside London
Read moreDrifter World and Tele2 collaborate to make a change in urban parking
Tele2 AB (Tele2) has entered into an agreement with Drifter World – a company that uses AI to optimise the use of parking spaces and electric vehicle charging stations. Tele2 delivers a cellular Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solution that maximises uptime and gives the company full control over its fleet of devices.
Read moreTransatel enters into IoT satellite connectivity deal with Stellar, Skylo, Sateliot
Transatel, a subsidiary of NTT, has forged agreements with satellite operators Stellar, Skylo, and Sateliot. The move will embed broadband and narrowband non-terrestrial (NTN) connectivity to its cellular capabilities: narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT), LTE-M, 2G, 3G, LTE (long-term evolution), 5G NSA (non-standalone) and 5G SA (standalone).
Read moreAtmosic, Nichicon unveil energy harvesting solution aimed at minimising battery waste in IoT
Atmosic Technologies and Nichicon Corporation have announced partnership to provide customers with an energy harvesting solution for small form factor IoT (internet of things) devices. The integration of Nichicon’s compact lithium titanate rechargeable battery (SLB) technology with Atmosic’s ATM33e series of wireless Bluetooth energy harvesting system-on-chips (SoCs) offers developers a solution. It simplifies the integration
Read moreu-blox unveils dual-band GNSS module for precise urban positioning with meter-level accuracy
u-blox has announced u-blox NEO-F10N, its recent positioning module. This module is equipped with u-blox F10 dual-band GNSS (global navigation satellite system) technology. It supports L1/L5 GNSS bands from multiple constellations including NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) to provide meter-level position accuracy in urban areas. Its firmware is highly configurable to support a wealth of
Read moreIndustry IoT Consortium publishes journal on IoT’s role in shaping future of supply chains
The Industry IoT Consortium (IIC) has published the newest edition Journal of Innovation (JoI), ‘The Role of IoT in Shaping the Future of Supply Chains’.
Read moreVantiva launches Smart Storage solution for self storage industry
Vantiva has announced introduction of Vantiva Smart Storage, end-to-end Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity), internet of things (IoT) and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for self storage industry. Designed to change self storage facilities into smart spaces, this solution leverages Vantiva’s position in networked connectivity to empower property owners and operators to deliver a modern, productive and customer centric storage
Read moreNetwork tokenisation will drive 85% of global eCommerce transactions by 2028, says Juniper Research
Juniper Research, forecasts substantial growth of 190% in network tokenised transactions; reaching 400 billion globally in 2028, up from 140.3 billion in 2023. These transactions include online and desktop eCommerce transactions, mobile payments and IoT transactions.
Read moreSony Semiconductor develops energy harvesting module from electromagnetic wave noise
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS), announced that it has developed an energy harvesting module that uses electromagnetic wave noise energy. The recent module applies technology that SSS has cultivated in tuner development process to generate power from electromagnetic wave noise with a high level of productivity. For example, this technology can use constant electromagnetic wave noise
Read moreOPSWAT, BlackBerry enhance MetaDefender cybersecurity solutions
OPSWAT has announced a collaboration with BlackBerry, wherein integration of MetaDefender platform with BlackBerry’s Cylance AI (artificial intelligence) will provide predictive security measures to counter advanced cyberattacks. Having recently announced an update to its patented AI engine to advance threat prediction capabilities for organisations by 40% compared with earlier versions, BlackBerry’s Cylance AI has unfailingly protected businesses and governments globally from cyberattacks since its
Read moreu-blox introduces its multi-mode cellular, satellite IoT module with embedded positioning
u-blox has announced its SARA-S520M10L, a cellular and satellite IoT module with accurate, low-power positioning, and connectivity. The module’s communication and tracking capability is ideal for asset tracking, fleet management, maritime transportation, mining, utilities, and smart agriculture applications. It also serves market segments such as anti-theft systems, industrial monitoring and control, as well as applications that
Read moreBMW Group selects Amazon Web Services for its automated driving platform
BMW Group has chosen Amazon Web Services (AWS) as cloud provider for its automated driving platform. BMW Group will develop its future advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) using AWS to help create new features for its vehicles, “Neue Klasse,” which is set to introduce in 2025. The recent cloud-based system will leverage BMW’s pre existing
Read moreArmis identifies risky assets posing threats to global businesses
Armis, has released research, identifying risky assets posing threats to global businesses. Findings highlight risk being introduced to organisations through a variety of connected assets across device classes, emphasising a need for a comprehensive security strategy to protect an organisation’s entire attack surface in real-time.
Read moreMovesense introduces ECG sensor for remote healthcare monitoring, telehealth applications
Movesense has introduced a compact and lightweight wearable electrocardiogram (ECG) sensor for remote patient monitoring and telehealth applications. The ‘Movesense Medical’ sensor is registered as a class IIa device under European Union (EU) Medical Device Regulation (MDR), and is designed for use by remote healthcare providers, medical device manufacturers and integrators, hospitals, or by companies
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