Connectivity Archives - Internet of Things News https://www.iottechnews.com/categories/connectivity/ Internet of Things news and strategy Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:46:10 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://www.iottechnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2020/09/iot-icon-60x60.png Connectivity Archives - Internet of Things News https://www.iottechnews.com/categories/connectivity/ 32 32 Scaling with the new GSMA eSIM IoT specification https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/25/scaling-with-new-gsma-esim-iot-specification/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/25/scaling-with-new-gsma-esim-iot-specification/#respond Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:46:08 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25332 In the realm of connectivity, the new GSMA eSIM IoT specification is generating anticipation among major industry players. We engaged in a discussion with Stephane Jayet, Head of Product Management within IDEMIA’s Digital Solutions Unit, to uncover vital insights—from the specification release to practical recommendations for optimizing cost and operational efficiency. How does the new... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/25/scaling-with-new-gsma-esim-iot-specification/feed/ 0 Matter 1.2 supports new device types alongside other enhancements https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/24/matter-1-2-supports-new-device-types-other-enhancements/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/24/matter-1-2-supports-new-device-types-other-enhancements/#respond Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:21:16 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25324 The Connectivity Standards Alliance has announced the release of Matter 1.2, the second update to the Matter standard. Matter 1.2 – now available for device manufacturers and platforms – brings a slew of enhancements, including nine new device types, core specification improvements, and robust certification and testing tools. New device types Matter 1.2 introduces support... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/24/matter-1-2-supports-new-device-types-other-enhancements/feed/ 0 Nokia, BT and MediaTek partner on RedCap trials https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/16/nokia-bt-and-mediatek-partner-on-redcap-trials/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/16/nokia-bt-and-mediatek-partner-on-redcap-trials/#respond Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:21:37 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25309 Nokia, BT, and MediaTek have successfully concluded trials of 5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) technology. The trials, conducted at BT Group’s Adastral Park site, are a step forward in simplifying and advancing connectivity for IoT devices. RedCap was introduced in 3GPP Release 17 and addresses a critical challenge faced by IoT devices – the complexity and... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/16/nokia-bt-and-mediatek-partner-on-redcap-trials/feed/ 0 BT unveils UK’s first ‘Drone SIM’ to revolutionise BVLOS operations https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/12/bt-unveils-uk-first-drone-sim-revolutionise-bvlos-operations/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/12/bt-unveils-uk-first-drone-sim-revolutionise-bvlos-operations/#respond Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:19:54 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25284 BT has unveiled the UK’s first “Drone SIM,” promising to revolutionise beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations nationwide. The solution functions at altitude through the EE network and offers unlimited data plans and continuous connectivity in the sky—setting the stage for transformative changes in various industries. Drone SIM is designed to withstand extreme... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/12/bt-unveils-uk-first-drone-sim-revolutionise-bvlos-operations/feed/ 0 Eseye: ‘Sub-standard connectivity’ is jeopardising IoT success https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/10/eseye-sub-standard-connectivity-jeopardising-iot-success/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/10/eseye-sub-standard-connectivity-jeopardising-iot-success/#respond Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:30:41 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25270 Eseye’s latest State of IoT Adoption report has exposed that “sub-standard connectivity” is jeopardising project success for enterprises. The study, conducted by independent research organisation Opinion Matters, involved 1,009 senior decision-makers in the UK and US across various sectors and explored challenges, opportunities, and budget forecasts for the next two years. Eseys’s report disclosed that... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/10/eseye-sub-standard-connectivity-jeopardising-iot-success/feed/ 0 IoT Tech Expo: The role of satellites in enabling a global IoT https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/06/iot-tech-expo-role-of-satellites-in-enabling-a-global-iot/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/06/iot-tech-expo-role-of-satellites-in-enabling-a-global-iot/#respond Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:53:08 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25264 Amine El Ammari, VP of Global Business Development at Thuraya, presented an informative session at IoT Tech Expo Europe on how satellites enable truly global connectivity. Thuraya is a leading player in the satellite industry, ranking among the top 10 operators worldwide. The company provides satellite services spanning the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Australia and... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/06/iot-tech-expo-role-of-satellites-in-enabling-a-global-iot/feed/ 0 Violeta Mitsova, MClimate: Improving sustainability one smart building at a time https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/04/violeta-mitsova-mclimate-improving-sustainability-smart-building-at-time/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/04/violeta-mitsova-mclimate-improving-sustainability-smart-building-at-time/#respond Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:25:01 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25257 In a recent interview at IoT Tech Expo Europe, Violeta Mitsova, the co-founder of MClimate, shed light on the company’s approach to designing sustainable and efficient smart building solutions. Focusing on LoRaWAN technology, MClimate pioneers a path towards energy-efficient, secure, and easily accessible IoT systems. Mitsova highlighted MClimate’s emphasis on LoRaWAN technology due to its... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/oct/04/violeta-mitsova-mclimate-improving-sustainability-smart-building-at-time/feed/ 0 IoT Tech Expo: How the IoT is aiding Ukraine in a time of war https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/28/iot-tech-expo-how-iot-aiding-ukraine-time-of-war/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/28/iot-tech-expo-how-iot-aiding-ukraine-time-of-war/#respond Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:20:13 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25240 Oleg Polovynko, CIO of Kyiv City Council, addressed IoT Tech Expo Europe attendees in a humbling session titled “Maintaining Connectivity in a Time of War”. During his session, Polovynko provided valuable insights into how the Ukrainian capital has leveraged digital solutions to cope with Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country. Polovynko underscored the crucial role... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/28/iot-tech-expo-how-iot-aiding-ukraine-time-of-war/feed/ 0 The Things Industries partners with Echostar on hybrid satellite and LoRa solutions https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/22/the-things-industries-partners-echostar-hybrid-satellite-lora-solutions/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/22/the-things-industries-partners-echostar-hybrid-satellite-lora-solutions/#respond Fri, 22 Sep 2023 16:11:53 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25233 The Things Industries and EchoStar have announced a collaboration to bring hybrid satellite and LoRa IoT solutions to businesses across Europe. The strategic partnership combines EchoStar’s robust satellite IoT capabilities with The Things Stack, a dependable cloud-based LoRaWAN network server. This fusion of technologies allows customers to seamlessly connect IoT devices for real-time, two-way communications... Read more »

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]]> https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/22/the-things-industries-partners-echostar-hybrid-satellite-lora-solutions/feed/ 0 Virgin Media O2 showcases the ‘connected farm of the future’ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/21/virgin-media-o2-showcases-connected-farm-of-the-future/ https://www.iottechnews.com/news/2023/sep/21/virgin-media-o2-showcases-connected-farm-of-the-future/#respond Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:48:13 +0000 https://www.iottechnews.com/?p=25225 Virgin Media O2 aims to revolutionise rural agriculture with its “Connected Farm of the Future” initiative, in partnership with Cannon Hall Farm located in Barnsley. In an effort to eliminate connectivity challenges across Cannon Hall Farm’s sprawling 126-acre estate – including notorious blackspots and notspots – Virgin Media O2 is deploying a network of sensors... Read more »

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