Category: Internet Of Things
7 IoT technologies to watch out for in 2023
Matthew Margetts, Director, Smarter Technologies shows how IoT Solutions Are Taking Tech Into The Future... The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming a household name – and one that has found unique applicability in not only our homes, but in our businesses, workplaces, and cities. Broadly speaking, IoT is the ecosystem of internet-connected smart devices…
Internet sensors to reach 4.6 billion worldwide by 2027, claims study
According to global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, by 2027 4.6 billion sensors of various types will be available in smart home devices, robots, and appliances, up from 1.8 billion in 2021. Some of these sensors are already key to the functionality of devices, while others support additional functionality that will push into more products…
IoT security more important than ever, claims report
The PSA Certified 2022 Security Report predicts that this year will mark a turning point in securing the Internet of Things (IoT), as the industry collectively commits to addressing the historic lag between the rate of digital transformation and the speed of securing the ecosystem. The annual barometer of industry perceptions and intentions around IoT…
Volvo adds Vodafone IoT tracking option to all models
Volvo full car range Volvo Car UK has introduced a new vehicle tracking accessory to all of its models. Called the Vodafone Automotive VTS S5, it provides vehicle tracking and recovery via Vodafone Automotive’s network of secure operating centres. Operational 24/7, these centres work in partnership with local police nationwide and…
Vodafone introduces Curve Pet Tracker for £36
Vodafone has introduced a new pet tracker pack to its IoT range. Called Curve, it comprises a smart GPS tracker and a new pet tracker clip. The new pack, available now for £36 (connection fee starts from £3 per month on a 24-month contract), allows owners to securely attach the Curve tracker to their pet’s…
Smart City startups to generate $110.7B by 2025
Smart city startups offer innovative solutions for urban challenges, including public and cybersecurity threats, traffic congestion, energy management, and e-governance. Over the years, the revenues of these companies has increased significantly and it is expected to continue growing in the future. According to data presented by AksjeBloggen.com, smart city startups worldwide are expected to generate $110.7bn…
Amazing Technological Inventions Powered by Water
Water truly is the most precious and powerful resource that exists. Throughout history it has been harnessed for all sorts of things aside from drinking and feeding crops. Technological innovation has had a massive effect on the distribution of water itself, with AI and the Internet of Things just starting to change the landscape. If…
Cyber attacks rose by a fifth in 2020
The volume of Internet-based cyber attacks on UK businesses increased by just under a fifth (19 percent) in 2020, according to Beaming, a specialist internet service provider for businesses. Companies in the UK experienced 686,961 individual attempts each, on average, to breach their systems online last year, up from 576,575 in 2019. 2020 was the…
Which? exposes risk of smart doorbells
Smart doorbells sold for low prices on online marketplaces can be easily switched off, stolen or hacked by criminals, a Which? investigation has found. Which? bought 11 smart doorbells, some of which looked very similar to Amazon Ring or Google Nest models, available from popular online marketplaces such as Amazon Marketplace and eBay. Working with…
New rules could require security labels for connected devices
Smart TVs and other connected devices could be made to carry labels telling people how secure they are from cyber attacks, under plans announced by the Government. The labels would be initially introduced on a voluntary basis to help consumers identify which products are secure, before eventually becoming mandatory. Under the plans, announced by digital…