Vodafone: 3.3B devices will trade with each other by 2030

According to a new report, the number of connected devices trading directly with each other is expected to reach 3.3 billion by 2030.

The report, commissioned by Vodafone and conducted by STL Partners, projects a significant increase from the current 88 million devices trading in 2024. Furthermore, it highlights the rapid growth of the Economy of Things (EoT) and its potential to create new markets and revenue streams for businesses.

The EoT refers to a future where...

1 June 2023 | IoT

IoT Tech Expo North America 2023: Highlights

IoT Tech Expo North America 2023, held on May 17-18 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, was a resounding success, attracting over 6,000 attendees and engaging an additional 800 individuals through online access. This premier event brought together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore the latest advancements and opportunities in the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT).

With a vibrant mix of presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, the...

30 May 2023 | IoT Tech Expo

Eseye introduces the IoT Readiness Level Index

Global IoT connectivity solutions provider Eseye has introduced the IoT Readiness Level (IRL) Index, which aims to assist businesses in evaluating their preparedness for implementing IoT projects.

With the proliferation of IoT technology across various sectors, including smart cities and industrial automation, businesses are faced with the challenge of assessing the maturity of their projects and determining their technical and operational readiness for IoT...

25 May 2023 | Enterprise

IoT Tech Expo: Accelerating sustainability with satellites

During this year’s IoT Tech Expo North America, we heard from Jat Brainch, Chief Commercial and Digital Officer at Inmarsat, about how satellites can accelerate sustainability.

Satellite technology has emerged as a powerful tool in driving sustainability efforts across various sectors. From revolutionising agriculture practices to reducing carbon emissions, satellites offer immense potential in advancing environmental goals.

In Australia, for instance, Inmarsat’s...

23 May 2023 | Applications

IoT Tech Expo: How the IoT is shaping the future of rail

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During a session at this year’s IoT Tech Expo North America, the audience heard from Joffrey Lauthier, VP of Transit and Rail at WSP, about how IoT technologies are shaping the future of rail.

Positioning vehicles accurately and ensuring their safety is a critical aspect of transportation systems. To achieve this, a variety of sensors and technologies are used.

One technology that has been widely used for positioning vehicles for decades is one we’re all familiar...

18 May 2023 | Applications

ABI Research: 220M NLC units will light up smart buildings by 2030

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Network Lighting Control (NLC) is set to play a pivotal role in the development of smart buildings, as stakeholders such as building owners, energy companies, and regulators seek to enhance building performance and appeal.

According to a report by ABI Research, the deployment of related equipment in smart buildings is projected to reach nearly 220 million units by 2030, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.6 percent.

NLC enables intelligent automation and...

18 May 2023 | Applications

Ring founder Jamie Siminoff departs to join Latch

Popular video doorbell firm Ring is experiencing a significant leadership change as founder Jamie Siminoff announces his departure.

Siminoff created Ring with the vision of allowing users to answer their door from their smartphones. He came up with the idea after wanting an easy way to know if someone is at the door while he was working in his garage.

Ring was sold to Amazon for over $1 billion in 2018. Now, after five years with Amazon, Siminoff is ready to pursue new...

16 May 2023 | Consumer IoT & Wearables

Jat Brainch, Inmarsat: On tackling modern challenges with next-gen connectivity

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The IoT can help to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges, but only with reliable connectivity.

IoT News caught up with Jat Brainch, Chief Commercial and Digital Officer at Inmarsat, to discuss how the company is using its next-gen communications network to tackle modern challenges.

IoT News: What are some of the key challenges of IoT deployments and how is Inmarsat helping to overcome them?

Jat Brainch: The undisputable benefits of IoT...

5 May 2023 | Connectivity

Amazon’s latest Matter update unlocks Thread support

Amazon has announced a number of significant updates to its support for smart home standard Matter.

The company says it has now switched on Matter in over 100 million Echo smart speakers, the Alexa iOS app now works with the standard, and, most notably, Thread support has arrived.

Matter is a new smart home standard that was developed by a consortium of companies, including Amazon, Apple, Google, and Samsung. It is designed to make it easier for smart home devices from...

3 May 2023 | Connectivity

Google updates Nest Hub 2nd Gen to use Fuchsia OS

Google is rolling out an update for the second-generation Nest Hub to make it the third device to run the company’s homegrown Fuchsia OS.

Fuchsia was developed by Google from scratch and was officially launched in 2021 as an update for the original Nest Hub smart display, with the larger Nest Hub Max following in 2023.

The project aims to create an open-source operating system for smart home devices. However, Google is actively developing a way to run Linux and Android...

2 May 2023 | Applications