Network slicing is hailed as one of the most transformative 5G innovations, yet many operators overlook its immediate applicability. Bart Salaets, Systems Engineering Director at F5 Networks, points out that the technology can already be leveraged to deliver tailored network experiences today. In e

Across the globe, local governments are turning to the Internet of Things (IoT) to create smarter, greener, safer, and more efficient cities. By delivering real‑time data on natural disasters, crime, air pollution, traffic, and other urban challenges—and enabling the monitoring and control of light

Edge computing has become a game‑changer for IoT, delivering faster, more secure, and cost‑effective solutions. With the rise of blockchain integration, IoT platforms are evolving rapidly, reshaping business operations and unlocking new opportunities. In this article, we explore the key trends shap

1NCE Earns VDC Research Embeddy Award for Best of Show at Mobile World Congress 2018NATICK, MA | March 16, 2018 – VDC Research, the leading market‑intelligence firm for connected technologies, announced that 1NCE has been named the winner of its annual Embeddy Award for Best of Show at Mobile World

Building on the foundations laid in Part 1, this article delves into three concrete IoT security challenges and emphasizes why a strategic mindset is essential to preempt threats, as highlighted by GH Rao, President of Engineering and R&D Services at HCL Technologies.IoT security problems can impact

Inspiring the next generation of IT talent is essential, but as Zoe Cunningham, Managing Director of Softwire, notes, the persistent skills gap and gender imbalance require bold, systemic solutions. The new Apprenticeship Scheme offers a fast‑track path for women to re‑enter the workforce as softwar

On a rainy grey day in March, the IoT Now team already set their sights on May 14, 2018, when ZTEsoft will host its 6th Annual Summit in Nice, France. Why the excitement? Because Nice will host the high‑profile event that brings telecom and IoT leaders together to shape the industry’s future. The s

In today’s hyper‑connected landscape, the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona has evolved far beyond a showcase for the newest smartphones. The event now serves as a global barometer for innovations that reshape how we transact, both in physical stores and online. With mobile technology becomi

By harnessing gravity and the water cycle, humanity has long tapped into one of Earth’s most efficient and naturally occurring energy sources. Modern technology now enables more precise control and maintenance of hydro‑electric power generation. Energy industry manager Jürgen Resch of COPA‑DATA ex

While autonomous vehicles capture headlines across industries, the telecom sector’s true opportunity lies beyond the vehicle’s own connectivity. After engaging with a broad spectrum of stakeholders and conducting a detailed analysis, Analysys Mason’s Tom Rebbeck, research director of Enterprise & I

CIOs charting IoT strategies should note a key insight from Gartner’s 2018 Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends. As Clare Grant, General Manager at Red Hat Mobile, explains, Gartner defines the “intelligent digital mesh” as the seamless intertwining of people, devices, content and services—powered by

Continuous monitoring technology is redefining consumer expectations, moving from reactive check‑ups to proactive, real‑time health insights. As Jeremy Cowan reports, this trend is reshaping the wearable market. “Consumers no longer wait for annual doctor visits to learn their blood pressure or hea

Mobile operators now face a pivotal moment: the chance to launch low‑power wide‑area (LPWA) networks that can power the next wave of IoT services. While incumbents such as AT&T, Orange, and Vodafone have already committed to LTE‑M, LoRa, or NB‑IoT, many smaller players are still undecided. The choic

As the Internet of Things (IoT) expands and the number of connected devices grows, Clare Grant, general manager of Red Hat Mobile, cautions that point‑to‑point integration will soon become untenable for large enterprises.Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are pivotal in an intelligent digital

UK Prime Minister Theresa May announced a new £20 million fund to help public services harness UK expertise in cutting‑edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). The investment reflects the government’s commitment to placing AI at the core of its Industrial Strategy.Earlier this week, M

While hundreds of IoT initiatives target healthcare, only a fraction deliver measurable benefits. The risk is especially palpable when the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) considers disruptive technology. So far, the NHS has invested £11 billion (€12.31 billion) in a “fit‑for‑purpose” IT program

Hybrid connectivity—combining cellular and Wi‑Fi—offers a compelling mix of cost efficiency, coverage, and reliability for modern IoT deployments. From connected solar panels and smart cities to retail POS systems and roadside vehicle monitoring, the right blend of networks can reduce expenses whi

Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. has unveiled the DS28E38 DeepCover® secure authenticator, a low‑cost, hardware‑based security solution that protects intellectual property and product designs from invasive physical attacks.Security can be complicated, but avoiding it is costly, says Don Loomis, vice

Mark Homer of ServiceMax, a GE Digital company As industrial automation increasingly digitises, unplanned downtime has emerged as a critical risk. The move to outcome‑based business models, the proliferation of IoT sensors on connected equipment, and the ever‑greater reliance on machines all amplif

Dr. Stamatis Georgoulis, Product Director at Cobham Wireless, recalls the shock operators faced when the iPhone launched in 2007, sparking an unprecedented surge in mobile data consumption. It took operators years to build the infrastructure necessary to support smartphone services. Now, a decade