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Amazon will launch delivery drones in the UK and Italy next year

Ryan Daws — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:36:44 +0000

Amazon has announced the expansion of its Prime Air drone package delivery system to international locations. Starting in late 2024, customers in the UK, Italy, and a third undisclosed city in the US will have the option to receive their packages via drones. The current Prime Air service, operational in the US for almost a... Read more »

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UK boosts ‘cyber-physical infrastructure’ funding

Ryan Daws — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:13:16 +0000

The UK Government is boosting innovation in cyber-physical infrastructure by awarding £200,000 to the X-Catapult Consortium. This initiative aims to create a vibrant community of tech experts, bridging the gap between industry, academia, and the public sector. The funding, a result of the Cyber-Physical Infrastructure Ecosystem Building competition launched earlier this year by the Department... Read more »

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Orkney Islands become UK’s first location for drone mail deliveries

Ryan Daws — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:34:47 +0000

The Orkney Islands have become the first location in the UK to have mail delivered by drones. The pioneering initiative, known as the Orkney I-Port operation, is a collaboration between Royal Mail and drone firm Skyports. The project aims to streamline mail distribution between the islands and improve service levels and delivery times for residents.... Read more »

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UK launches £40M fund to drive local IoT and 5G innovation

Ryan Daws — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:06:49 +0000

The UK is launching a £40 million fund aimed at enhancing digital connectivity and fostering the development of advanced wireless technologies. Local areas nationwide will be empowered to create smarter and more connected communities, with potential applications ranging from futuristic farming to cutting-edge healthcare solutions, all made possible by the IoT and 5G connectivity. Starting... Read more »

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NAO: Smart meter rollout is going slow and over budget

Ryan Daws — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:22:13 +0000

The UK government’s ambitious plan to rollout smart meters to all households and small businesses by the end of 2025 has faced significant delays and cost overruns, according to a report by the National Audit Office (NAO). The report highlights that energy companies have only completed 57 percent of the £13.5 billion project, almost four... Read more »

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GSMA Intelligence: UK is falling behind in drone innovation

Ryan Daws — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:47:12 +0000

A report by GSMA Intelligence highlights the UK’s lagging position in the global race for drone innovation. Commissioned by BT Group, the report emphasises the need for the UK to learn from international peers and implement recommended measures to ensure its leadership in the burgeoning drone economy. The research, supported by BT Group, reveals that... Read more »

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BT powers a UK-first medical drone trial

Ryan Daws — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:54:29 +0000

BT is using its network to power a transformational medical delivery trial. The UK’s largest telco by subscribers has partnered with drone specialists Skyfarer and Medical Logistics UK to conduct the country’s first over-land Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) trial. BVLOS enables drones to travel longer distances, cut delivery times, and reduce the costs... Read more »

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BT taps AWS Wavelength to kickstart ‘new generation’ of IoT benefits

Ryan Daws — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:21:14 +0000

BT is partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to kickstart a “new generation” of IoT benefits. The UK’s largest telco by subscribers will use AWS Wavelength – which embeds compute and storage services within 5G networks – to enable ultra-low latency applications. Alex Tempest, MD for BT Wholesale, said: “As we continue to build best-in-class... Read more »

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UK, Canada, and Singapore join forces to secure IoT devices

Ryan Daws — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:49:01 +0000

The UK, Canada, and Singapore are joining forces to improve the security of IoT devices. In a joint statement, the governments of the respective countries noted the economic and social benefits of IoT devices. However, they also warned of the risks of insecure IoT devices not just to consumers’ own security, privacy, and safety, but... Read more »

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Bristol Temple Meads named UK’s first Station Innovation Zone

Ryan Daws — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:09:17 +0000

Bristol Temple Meads railway station has been named the UK’s first Station Innovation Zone. Isambard Brunel’s station has been an icon of railway architecture since it was built for the Great Western Railway in 1840. Around 10 million passengers continue to use the station every year, a testament to Brunel’s lasting impact on the city... Read more »

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