According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, around 7.8 million people in Europe were using connected care solutions at the end of 2018. The figure refers to users of traditional telecare, next-generation telecare and telehealth solutions in the EU28+2 countries. Until 2024, Berg Insight forecasts that the number of […]
Retrofitting cybersecurity
In 1982, long before a cybersecurity threat to control system networks was widely recognised, a Trojan horse attack on control system software reportedly caused a huge explosion in a Siberian gas pipeline. Even now, many systems that have been retrofitted for compatibility with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are not well protected. Here, Robin […]
6 things keeping IoT pros up at night
Implementation and security are the top concerns among professionals involved in the Internet of Things, according to a survey from the organizers of IoT World 2019. The Internet of Things (IoT) has the potential to help many organizations by shrinking operating costs and improving workplace safety. But the technology faces several hurdles as it tries […]
Accelerating innovation: Enabling IIoT at the device edge with Machbase and Arm
Interview with Andrew Kim, CEO, Machbase Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is often referred to as Industry 4.0: a major upgrade of today’s industrial operations. Real-time analytics, data value and operational decisions are key goals for Operations Technology (OT) deployed within the industry. However, for industrial applications to scale, stay connected, be secure and process […]
Review of LPWA deployments in the Middle East
An article by Karim Yaici, Senior Analyst, Research at Analysys Mason. “Operators in the Middle East should increase businesses’ awareness of LPWA services, develop simple solutions and nurture the developer ecosystem to support the adoption of such services.” IoT services providers in the Middle East have announced at least 16 low-power, wide-area (LPWA) networks since […]
The automotive sector will drive the demand for 5G
An article by Michele Mackenzie, Principal Analyst, Research at Analysys Mason. “5G has been the subject of significant hype in relation to IoT, but deployments for some use cases are now closer to being launched; the automotive sector is well-placed to benefit from 5G technology.” Analysys Mason forecasts that the total number of IoT connections […]
Analysys Mason: key trends and announcements for IoT at MWC 2019
An article by Michele Mackenzie, Principal Analyst, Research at Analysys Mason. “Private LTE is an important precursor to 5G as it allows operators to determine which applications can be supported on LTE today and which require the functionality of 5G.” 5G was the main theme of MWC Barcelona 2019 (formerly Mobile World Congress) and unsurprisingly, […]
IoT continued to be a reliable source of growth in 2018
An article by Tom Rebbeck, Research Director, Operator business services and IoT at Analysys Mason. “IoT revenue as a share of mobile revenue is similar for most operators, but this is not the full story: Vodafone is performing well in IoT, Verizon is losing out, except in telematics, and Telefónica is doing worse than both.” […]
Ericsson launches Ericsson Industry Connect to accelerate Industry 4.0
Ericsson has launched Ericsson Industry Connect, an easy-to-use cellular connectivity solution to accelerate Industry 4.0 digital transformation. Ericsson Industry Connect enables communication service providers to offer dedicated cellular networks at factories and warehouses starting with 4G/LTE, with a clear path to 5G. The offering strengthens Ericsson’s private networks and IoT portfolios by making 4G and […]
Research Unveils Corporate Losses Associated with IoT Related Security Missteps
DigiCert’s latest State of IoT survey reveals security as the top concern as IoT takes center stage with 92 percent of companies saying it will be extremely important in the next two years. A recent study from DigiCert, Inc., reveals that enterprises have begun sustaining significant monetary losses stemming from the lack of good practices […]