IoT devices that last: The role of device reliability engineering

Whether an ocean-based sensor, a collar for tracking wild animals, or a smart baby monitor, advances in connectivity and hardware have led to IoT adoption in nearly every corner of our lives. But along with growth comes the risks—some avoidable, some not—that threaten to impact development, disrupt device operations, and impair regular maintenance. 

When connected devices were a novelty, these impacts could be considered minor. But now, given IoT ubiquity, developers...

27 July 2023 | IoT

How VoIP and IoT can work together to transform healthcare 

With continuing advancement in disruptive technologies and the influence of interdisciplinary research, healthcare as an industry is seeing a rise in user-friendly, efficient, and innovative solutions.

Since its emergence in 2017, the healthcare 4.0 era (where traditional healthcare models are seen gradually transitioning to e-health ones) is presenting more and more cloud solutions to increase access, accuracy, quality of service, and cost-savings.

Digital...

25 July 2023 | Healthcare

Verizon Business launches cross-border IoT connectivity platform

Verizon Business has launched its Global IoT Orchestration platform, a solution that empowers businesses to deploy and centrally manage devices across international borders. 

Leveraging the power of native eSIM and roaming capabilities from MNO (Mobile Network Operator) partners, Verizon’s platform offers a solution for companies seeking to expand their IoT operations globally.

Global IoT Orchestration is integrated with the Verizon ThingSpace IoT management platform...

21 July 2023 | 5G

Global IoT connectivity revenues continue to surge

According to a report by IoT market research firm Berg Insight, global IoT connectivity revenues are continuing to surge.

The researchers note that revenues increased by 24 percent in 2022 to reach $13.9B (£9.37B) in 2022. The decline in global Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) also decelerated and dropped by just one percent to €0.49 (£0.33).

IoT connectivity revenues typically account for around two percent of the total revenues for the largest mobile operator...

20 July 2023 | 4G

Satellite IoT is crucial for safeguarding national grids

Viasat has released the findings of a comprehensive global survey conducted among senior electrical utilities industry professionals.

The survey results highlight a range of emerging threats to national grid stability over the next five years, underscoring the importance of finding solutions to safeguard critical national infrastructure.

The study, part of Viasat's 'Critical National Infrastructure Series,' sheds light on the role of satellite-enabled IoT technology in...

19 July 2023 | Connectivity

Soracom aims to improve IoT connectivity affordability

Soracom has introduced a new cellular IoT data plan aimed at European startups and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

The plan, called Plan X3-EU, is designed to facilitate the rapid deployment of connected products and services while minimising data costs.

With rates starting at just €4.50 for a full year of cellular IoT data at 25MB per month, Soracom's Plan X3-EU offers an affordable and transparent solution for M2M devices and sensors.

One of the...

13 July 2023 | 4G

Global 5G IoT roaming connections to hit 142M by 2027

A study conducted by Juniper Research has revealed promising growth prospects for 5G IoT roaming connections.

The report predicts a significant increase in the global number of 5G IoT roaming connections, from 15 million in 2023 to 142 million by 2027, representing over 27 percent of all 5G roaming connections in four years.

This growth will be driven by the expansion of 5G standalone deployments, particularly in West Europe, and the adoption of value-added services and...

12 July 2023 | 5G

Massive IoT demands the unique capabilities of hyperscale vendors

With revenue in the UK IoT market projected by Statista to reach US$25.95bn in 2023 and grow to US$48.7bn by 2028, there are substantial growing pains for IoT to overcome as it transforms the operational efficiency, environmental impact and competitiveness of businesses. However, it’s not just revenue growth that is at stake. IoT is increasingly proving itself as a force for good, delivering societal benefits and powering initiatives that improve healthcare and safety, reduce waste and...

5 July 2023 | Enterprise

IoT will drive the embedded security market to $4.6B

According to ABI Research, the demand for embedded security in IoT devices is on the rise.

In the rapidly-evolving landscape of the IoT, high-performance embedded secure hardware is becoming increasingly important.

Traditionally, high-performance secure hardware has been associated with devices such as PCs and smartphones. However, as penetration into these markets reaches saturation, new opportunities are emerging in the IoT sector.

IoT devices have long...

3 July 2023 | Enterprise

Uber will use Valid’s eSIM for IoT use cases

Uber is enhancing its IoT deployments worldwide by adopting Valid's mioSIM eSIM (embedded SIM) technology.

Valid's mioSIM eSIM, in combination with ConnectedYou's connectivity orchestration platform and Valid's Remote SIM Provisioning software, enables Uber to efficiently manage multi-carrier connectivity across all mobile operators in the UberSIM ecosystem.

This integration empowers Uber with the flexibility to avail the best costs and quality for its various IoT...

30 June 2023 | Connected Vehicles