By Sook Hua Wong, Industry Segment Manager at Keysight Technologies, Inc. IoT adoption is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. IoT Analytics projects that the global count of connected devices will exceed 9.5 billion in 2019—14 % above initial forecasts—driven by the explosive rise of consume

Sook Hua Wong of Keysight Technologies, IncIn part 1, we examined one of IoT’s five critical challenges. In this second installment, we tackle continuity, compliance, coexistence, and cybersecurity.2. ContinuityContinuity focuses on extending the battery life of an IoT device. For consumer products,

As the world emerges from a four‑month lockdown, telecommunications companies have faced a mixed landscape. Core revenues from prepaid customers have fallen 20‑30%, reflecting either an economic shock or a shift toward Wi‑Fi as people stay home. In some markets, governments have mandated reduced ra

Healthcare organizations—hospitals, research institutes, and clinics—have borne the brunt of the pandemic, while cybercriminals seized the opportunity. Leon Lerman, CEO of Cynerio notes that cyber attacks targeting the sector have surged by 300 % since COVID‑19 began. The first wave offers a clear

In the past decade, the digital revolution has upended many industries, from retail to media. Insurance may appear unchanged at first glance, but beneath the surface, technology is quietly transforming risk assessment, customer experience, and product delivery. Below we outline five digital trends

Global safety charity Lloyd’s Register Foundation has released a new report, “Operational Cyber Security for the Industrial Internet of Things: Challenges and Opportunities.” The study, authored by Robert Hannigan, executive chairman international at BlueVoyant, and Sadie Creese, Professor of Cybe

Since the mid‑1995, industrial communication technologies have increasingly converged with mainstream IT solutions. Ethernet, WLAN and industrial PCs have been adapted for factory automation, as Alexander Bufalino, VP Marketing at Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd., points out. Economies of scal

GlobalPlatform, built on the expertise of its members, is shaping industry through the development of standards that securely bring digital devices and services to market. In this interview, Jeremy O’Donoghue—chair of GlobalPlatform’s Trusted Platform Services (TPS) Committee and director of engine

Clem Robertson, a technology veteran and founder of R4DAR Technologies—a leader in autonomous systems—explains how automation can transform healthcare post‑COVID‑19, provided that data accuracy and integrity are assured. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS), established in 1948, remains central t

Since the onset of the COVID‑19 pandemic, misinformation linking 5G to health risks has spread rapidly across social media. In several European countries, telecom towers were vandalised or destroyed, and in the UK, dozens of masts were targeted and technicians harassed, according to regional VP of

Matthew Dyson, technology analyst at IDTechEx, shares insights from the latest report, “Printed and Flexible Sensors 2020‑2030: Technologies, Players, Forecasts.” The printed‑sensor market currently exceeds US$3.6 bn (€3.1 bn) and is projected to reach US$4.5 bn (€3.9 bn) by 2030. This growth is dr

In the United States, approximately one child out of every 54 is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurological condition that challenges communication and social interaction. To support these children, experts and technologists are developing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions—combi

Gary Waite of Sim LocalThe GSMA and Mobile World Live’s ‘Moving to a Future Software World’ Week, held from 13‑17 July, provided a pivotal platform to discuss the transition from physical SIM cards to digital eSIM downloads.According to Gary Waite, head of eSIM Strategy at Sim Local, this software s

Change is a constant. From the era of metal and machine to the digital revolution, we have witnessed transformative shifts that reshape our lives. In today’s information age, that pace of evolution has accelerated dramatically. These relentless changes compel us to envision a more sustainable socie

The pandemic has become a catalyst for UK companies to embrace Augmented Reality (AR) and Internet‑of‑Things (IoT) solutions as they navigate the new working normal. Jim Heppelmann, CEO of industrial‑innovation specialist PTC, observes that frontline workers’ seamless use of AR during COVID‑19 has p

Wink recently gave its customers a two‑day deadline to pay a subscription fee or have their devices digitally disabled. Mark Samuel, CEO of Ezlo Innovation, argues that this “buy a subscription or we brick your device” approach is detrimental to both customers and the industry’s long‑term viability

Innovations in technology continue to offer hope in the fight against the spread of coronavirus. From thermal sensors that detect symptoms to contact‑tracing apps, Alicia Asin, co‑founder and CEO of Libelium, believes new tech holds a key to a safer return to normality. Yet these advances raise an

Ludovic Le Moan of SigfoxThe coronavirus epidemic has turned into a pandemic. The lack of hindsight and visibility in the face of increasing numbers of victims and the overloading of emergency services has led to the lockdown of half the planet. This containment impacts and will impact all economies

When the COVID‑19 pandemic forced schools worldwide to close, many were ill‑prepared to pivot entirely to digital instruction. Plurilogic’s online learning portal experienced a 200% surge in usage as schools rushed to a full‑remote model, according to President Andre Beauchamp. By deploying Actian 

Bill Hurley of Syniverse The Internet of Things (IoT) is emerging as a cornerstone of digital transformation for businesses worldwide. Yet many organizations encounter obstacles that hinder the full realization of IoT’s potential, according to Bill Hurley, chief marketing officer at Syniverse. To