The LoRa Alliance, a global association promoting the open LoRaWAN standard for IoT connectivity, is set to highlight the technology’s impact on urban development at the Smart Cities Expo World Congress (SCEWC) 2024. The Alliance will showcase real-world LoRaWAN deployments and discuss the benefits of the technology for smart city initiatives, drawing on a new report by Beecham Research.
The LoRa Alliance, the global association driving the adoption of the LoRaWAN standard for IoT, has appointed Alper Yegin as CEO and Olivier Beaujard as Board Chair. This leadership change signals a new phase of rapid growth for LoRaWAN as the technology enters the ‘hockey stick ramp’ of widespread adoption, driven by robust network availability and a growing ecosystem of devices. The Alliance is also adopting a new operating structure, separating the CEO and Board Chair roles for greater efficiency and accountability.
LogicMark, a leader in personal emergency response systems (PERS) and health communication devices, is transforming its business model to focus on recurring revenue and expanding into personal safety solutions for all, not just seniors. CEO Chia-Lin Simmons shares her vision for the company’s future in a recent interview with Benzinga.
STMicroelectronics and Qualcomm Technologies are joining forces to bring edge artificial intelligence to industrial and consumer IoT solutions. The collaboration will leverage Qualcomm’s AI-powered wireless connectivity with STMicroelectronics’ microcontroller ecosystem, paving the way for a wider adoption of AI in various applications.
Treon, a leader in IoT technology, introduces Treon Connect, a platform designed to address challenges in operational technology (OT). This platform focuses on connecting operations, leveraging Treon’s expertise in IoT and data acquisition. Treon Connect offers businesses the tools to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and worker safety through data-driven automation and seamless integration with existing systems.
BlackBerry Ltd (BB) reported strong second-quarter results, exceeding revenue and earnings expectations. The company attributed the success to growth in its cybersecurity and IoT segments. BlackBerry anticipates continued growth in these areas, setting revenue guidance for the third quarter and full year.
Qorvo, a leading provider of connectivity and sensing solutions, has unveiled its advanced system-on-chip (SoC) solution, QPG6200L, specifically designed to enhance interoperability and connectivity in the booming smart home market. The QPG6200L leverages Qorvo’s ConcurrentConnect technology to ensure seamless communication between diverse smart home devices, regardless of their underlying wireless protocols. This groundbreaking chip also boasts energy efficiency, robust security features, and is poised to fuel QRVO’s growth in the burgeoning smart home sector.
Rocket Lab’s successful launch of five satellites for the French IoT company Kinéis is driving up the company’s stock price. This mission marks the second of five dedicated Electron launches for Kinéis, highlighting Rocket Lab’s commitment to expanding global IoT connectivity.
The global travel eSIM market is booming, driven by a growing demand for seamless mobile connectivity. This innovative technology offers travelers a convenient and affordable way to stay connected while abroad, without the need for physical SIM cards. The market is expected to reach $2.8 billion by 2032, with key players like Airalo, Holafly, and Keepgo leading the way.
Samsara Inc.’s (IOT) stock surged on Friday after the company announced better-than-expected second-quarter financial results for its 2025 fiscal year and raised its full-year guidance. The company exceeded revenue and earnings estimates, driving investor optimism.
