BROWSING: IoT

Reader Forum: Revolutionizing solid waste management through IoT ecosystems

A robust IoT ecosystems can be used by cities to help facilities waste management to the benefit of its citizens. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this Reader Forum for those with something meaningful to say...

Reader Forum: Tackling data tsunami challenge in 5G and IoT through efficient, pervasive visibility

Mobile network operators need to take steps in order to prepare their networks and business operations for the oncoming challenges of 5G and IoT. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this Reader Forum...

2017 Predictions: Wi-Fi keeps on leading the way into new areas

Aptilo Networks sees a strong year for Wi-Fi, with greater analytics, marketing potential, closer ties to IoT and as a stepping stone to 5G. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications...

2017 Predictions: 5 predictions for the internet of things in 2017

2017 will continue to bring more complexity into the internet of things market, but companies will start to find their uniqueness. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they...

AT&T adds almost a million subs, books billion dollar loss

AT&T shared several key numbers ahead of its fourth quarter earnings report, scheduled for Jan. 25. In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the carrier said it added roughly 900,000 domestic wireless subscribers in the fourth quarter, but only about 37%...

Vodafone IoT platform helps AntTail to enhance medication monitoring services

AntTail, a Dutch monitoring services provider focused on the pharmaceutical industry, has selected U.K telecommunications firm Vodafone’s Managed IoT Connectivity Platform to provide support to its monitoring solution. Pharmaceutical supply chains are typically long and fragmented, making medication vulnerable to temperature variation. Current temperature monitoring...

2017 Predictions: Moving past the connected device to an IoT ecosystem

The growing IoT ecosystem will see advances in machine learning, greater collaboration, new analytics and increased security emerge. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to...

IoT in motion: cash flows to connected vehicles

Venture capitalists and strategic investors are focusing on "smart" vehicles, from drones to autonomous cars. This week a drone services provider and a maker of augmented reality display technology both announced funding rounds. An internet of things solutions provider for low-power wide area networks...

Orange Business Services wins global IoT roaming contract with Viasat

French firm to offer IoT connectivity and management services. Orange Business Services won a three-year contract with Viasat Group for a global internet of things roaming service for up to 350,000 SIM cards. Under terms of the deal, the French company will provide its IoT connectivity platform...

IoT case study: Vodafone provides platform to support Kingspan Sensor global expansion

Learn how a sensor provider is leveraging Vodafone's IoT platform. Kingspan Sensor, a provider of monitoring solutions for the fuel storage sector, has implemented Vodafone’s Managed IoT connectivity platform to offer a global monitoring service. The company supplies measuring and monitoring solutions...

2017 Predictions: High-speed broadband to require specific infrastructure, spectrum support

Mimosa predicts that ISPs across the globe will recognize that new methods are required to deliver ubiquitous, fast broadband. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect...

2017 Predictions: Wireless key for expanding broadband reach, driving convergence

Wireless technology and costs are set to support reach of broadband, while advanced capabilities bolster convergence, IoT plans. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see...

SK Telecom to invest $4.2 billion in AI, internet of things

In addition to artificial intelligence and the internet of things, the South Korean telco will also heavily invest in the development of 5G technologies. SK Telecom confirmed it will spend 5 trillion won ($4.2 billion) over the next three years to develop technology...

Carnegie Labs explores agricultural IoT, hybrid networking

Carnegie Technologies recently launched a new research and development lab that is exploring projects in hybrid satellite/cellular networking as well as agricultural "internet of things" projects. Carnegie Technologies is the developer of a converged platform for Wi-Fi and cellular, and the company's CTO Paul Struhsaker is...

2017 Predictions: Top ransomware threats businesses can expect in 2017

Ransomware made headlines in 2016, but is expected to be a larger issue in 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in...

Intel demos retail robot

Tally is part of new retail platform. Intel CEO Brian Krzanich took the stage at the National Retail Federation's biggest show of the year to demonstrate a robot called "Tally," which Intel calls "the world’s first robotic autonomous shelf auditing and analytics solution...

Reality Check: Connected car tech will help you finally understand your car

How the connected car can inform and empower drivers in ways not possible before. Editor’s Note: The RCR Wireless News Reality Check section is where C-level executives and advisory firms from across the mobile industry share unique insights and experiences. Imagine you’re at the...

2017 Predictions: The year telecom regulators take aim at QoE and IoT insecurity grabs hold

QoE regulations, IoT security challenges and the expansion of zero-rated data services set for 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they expect to see in the...

T-Systems partners with Roambee to offer asset tracking solution

Deutsche Telekom invested $3.1 million in U.S.-based IoT firm. Deutsche Telekom’s corporate customer arm T-Systems announced a global "internet of things" partnership with asset tracking specialist Roambee to offer a real-time visibility solution for assets in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe. Under...

Orange wins three-year IoT contract with Hertz

The French telecom operator is set to provide IoT connectivity for the car rental company’s hourly vehicle service. Orange Business Services won a three-year contract with Hertz to support "internet of things" connectivity services for its hourly vehicle rental service. Under terms of the agreement,...

Reader Forum: Building smart cities begins with transportation infrastructure

Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this Reader Forum for those with something meaningful to say to the wireless industry. We want to keep this as open as possible, but we maintain some editorial control...

2017 Predictions: A2P text messaging set to impact enterprise, IoT space

Application-to-person text messaging platforms will see expansion from new business models, enterprise adoption and take a bite out of IoT. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across the mobile telecommunications space on what they...

SmarTone partners with Cisco Jasper to launch IoT services in Hong Kong

Local companies will be able to launch IoT services through the telco’s network and Cisco Jasper platform Hong Kong telecoms operator SmarTone, and Cisco Jasper announced the launch of internet of things (IoT) services in Hong Kong. Through this new partnership, businesses and industries in Hong...

Ericsson tapped by China Mobile for IoT platform

China Mobile said it will use the Ericsson device connectivity platform to streamline its process for provisioning "internet of things" devices, as well as for deploying services to capitalize on new opportunities. The world's largest mobile operator by subscribers signed a strategic agreement with...