Internet of Things (IoT) - News

The 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves (WCBR) officially commenced on September 22 in Hangzhou, China, marking its historic Asian debut organised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). As the largest gathering under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme, the Congress brings together thousands of experts from over 150 countries to explore innovative ways to shape a sustainable future for people and nature.  During the Congress, Hikv...

ABB has been recognised as a pioneer in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Industrial IoT Platforms. ABB views the recognition as a reflection of the company’s continued commitment to delivering innovative industrial AI and IoT solutions that empower industries to operate leaner and cleaner.  Data-driven business outcomes “Being recognised by Gartner® four consecutive times and now positioned as a Leader is a proud moment for ABB and we see it is a tes...

FLUX GmbH (FLUX), a high-precision encoder company, has announced the publication of a new whitepaper that examines the benefits of FLUX inductive technology in enabling next-generation performance across robotics, medical, aerospace, and defence applications. The document is a white paper discussing FLUX Inductive Rotary Encoders, which have become increasingly popular in various applications. These encoders are recognised for their robustness, low axial profile, and high resolution and accura...

Emerson announced the PACSystems™ IPC 6010, IPC 7010, and IPC 8010 industrial computing platforms. This new line expands Emerson’s family of high-performance industrial personal computer (IPC) models for demanding applications, including artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced analytics. PACSystems IPCs feature the first CPU in the latest generation of processors designed specifically to support AI-enabled capabilities such as predictive maintenance, process opti...

Queclink Wireless Solutions, a provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched its smallest-ever GPS location device with the introduction of a real-time micro tracker for advanced lone worker protection. The GL30 possesses an ultra-compact and rugged design, multi-network connectivity, and enhanced location capabilities, making it ideal for the safety and security of employees working in remote or high-risk locations. Advanced alert and SOS functionality “The safeguarding of lone wo...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced it has been recognised as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Distributed Hybrid Infrastructure. The recognition marks Nutanix’s third time in this Magic Quadrant, and its second time as a Leader. Lee Caswell, SVP, Product & Solutions Marketing at Nutanix, said, “We feel our positioning on both vision and execution in this year’s Gartner Magic Quadrant for Distributed Hybrid Infrastructure is a d...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, announced the appointment of Vasi Philomin, Executive Vice President, Data and AI at Siemens, to its Board of Directors effective Sept. 11, 2025. Previously, Philomin served as Vice President & General Manager, Generative AI for Amazon. A pioneering voice in enterprise AI adoption across many industries, Philomin brings deep expertise in industrial AI and IoT platforms, with a proven track record of commercialising innov...

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems announced that ecoLOGIC has been awarded the first TÜV SÜD test mark for Low-Risk AI, making ASSA ABLOY the first manufacturer to receive the newly launched mark. The voluntary program provides third-party validation for AI applications considered low risk under the EU AI Act, where no mandatory legal testing is required. AI to fine-tune door parameters ecoLOGIC uses AI to fine-tune door parameters such as door speed, hold-open times and closing behaviour...

At the Global Anti-Scam Summit Asia 2025, Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information and Ministry of Health, and Patron of the GASA Singapore Chapter announced a new partnership between the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) and the Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech Singapore) to exchange scam signals. GovTech Singapore is the first government agency globally to join the GSE, signalling its commitment to strengthen...

Smart Spaces announced the launch of Space Agent, its new agentic AI-driven workplace concierge designed to transform how people manage and engage with buildings and their workplaces.  Space Agent – introduced through its friendly persona, Max – is fully interactive via text and audio and integrates seamlessly with the Smart Spaces’ smart building operating system (OS) and employee engagement app. “Space Agent extends and elevates our platform by adding an intellig...

The Industrial IoT sector is undergoing a rapid evolution, demanding software-defined edge nodes capable of running containerised workloads on cost-effective platforms. This transformation is driven by the need for greater flexibility, reusability, security, and the ability to deploy intelligent applications directly at the edge: where data is generated. In response to this industry shift, Eurotech introduces the ReliaGATE 15A-12, a rugged IoT gateway based on the Arm® compute pla...

Alibaba has unveiled Wan2.2-S2V (Speech-to-Video), its latest open-source model designed for digital human video creation. This innovative tool converts portrait photos into film-quality avatars capable of speaking, singing, and performing.  Part of Alibaba’s Wan2.2 video generation series, the new model can generate high-quality animated videos from a single image and an audio clip. Visual representations Wan2.2-S2V offers versatile character animation abilities, enabling the desi...

Regula, a global developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and forensic devices, has been recognised in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Identity Verification research. For the company, this recognition marks the outstanding capabilities of Regula’s IDV software and its ability to meet the current market needs. Gartner recognised Regula as a Niche Player.  Data security requirements It's a complete IDV solution, based on Regula Document Reader SDK...

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organisation dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave technology, announces the launch of the new Z-Wave Certified Product Guide, a centralised online resource designed to help manufacturers, integrators, developers, and consumers explore the entire ecosystem of Z-Wave Certified devices. The enhanced guide offers an intuitive, filterable database of thousands of Z-Wave devices across hundreds of global brands and manufacturers. Every pro...

Secutech Vietnam 2025 came to a close on 16 August at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), after bringing together key stakeholders and buyers from across Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. With a strong focus on promoting smart city advancements, the 18th edition spanned 13,000 sqm and featured 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions, including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Singapore, Slovenia,...

COMMERCIAL DISPLAY 2025, Asia’s pioneering sourcing and innovation platform for smart office display solutions, interactive panels, and AI-powered conference systems, will take place at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Centre. This highly anticipated event will connect global commercial display manufacturers, distributors, and technology integrators with cutting-edge solutions for the evolving workplace. From AI-driven meeting transcription and facial recognition to rea...

The world’s pioneering annual event for the film, tape, and converting industry, FILM & TAPE EXPO 2025, will take place at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Centre (Bao’an New Venue), Halls 10, 12, and 14. The event will unite six concurrent flagship exhibitions, covering a total exhibition area of 160,000 sqm, featuring 3,500+ exhibitors & brands and attracting an estimated 165,000+ professional visitors from across the globe. The show will deliver over 10...

Secutech Vietnam returns to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), reaffirming its position as a cornerstone event for Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. Running 14–16 August, 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions are showcasing the latest innovations across 13,000 sqm, including five featured pavilions and three specialised zones. Meanwhile, the show’s fringe programme presents insights and cutting-edge solutions linked directly to Vietnam&...

BarrierBreak, a global pioneer in digital accessibility solutions, is proud to be included as Representative Vendor in the 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Digital Accessibility. They believe that this recognition highlights BarrierBreak's unique ability to deliver scalable, human-centric digital accessibility solutions that are driven by technology and perfected by experts through its AI-powered platforms. Advancing the digital landscape BarrierBreak believes that accessibility should be i...

A solid defence is essential in baseball and cyberspace. The University of Nevada, Reno Cybersecurity Center and Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity company Viakoo are supporting cybersecurity awareness during the Reno Aces 2025 season. Viakoo will donate to the Cybersecurity Center every time the Aces make a defensive play that prevents the opposing team from stealing base, and light up the stadium with “A Salute to Cyber Defenders” across all signage. As part of this promoti...

Kwikset, a trusted pioneer in smart security solutions, and DoorBird, a pioneer in IP video door communication, are proud to announce the integration of Kwikset’s Halo™ smart locks with the DoorBird app. This collaboration brings together two industry innovators to deliver a more convenient and secure home access experience.  Kwikset Halo locks With this integration, residents can now remotely unlock their Kwikset Halo locks from within the DoorBird app during a live video ca...

Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multicloud computing, announced it has been recognised as a Challenger in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Container Management. This marks Nutanix’s recognition for the first time in this Magic Quadrant following the launch of its Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP) solution last year. Cloud native applications Nutanix gives clients the ability to run modern and formal applications on the same platform anywhere Nutanix launched NKP following the inte...

Innodisk, a pioneering provider of industrial-grade memory solutions, officially releases its new DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 (LPCAMM2) memory modules. With 60% less space and blazing speeds up to 6400 MT/s and 8533 MT/s, respectively, Innodisk’s CAMM2 series marks a strategic leap into the rugged device and compact system market. Innodisk’s new CAMM2 series DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 reduce dual channels on a single module, effectively merging the capacity Innodisk’s ne...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in digital trust, announced the open-source release of its TrustCore SDK, a production-proven cryptographic library for embedded and IoT devices.  Now available under the AGPL v3 licence on GitHub, TrustCore SDK gives developers the tools to design security into their products from the start by enabling them to evaluate, integrate, and customise trusted cryptographic capabilities with full transparency. By offering both an open-source option and a commercially-...

Claroty, the cyber-physical systems (CPS) protection company, announced a new strategic collaboration with Google Security Operations that brings greater threat detection and response capabilities to organisations looking to bridge the gap between IT and operational technology (OT) in order to secure mission-critical infrastructure. This integration will enhance security by feeding high-fidelity, context-rich alerts and vulnerability data from SaaS-powered Claroty xDome or on-premise Claroty C...

In this era of advanced technology, security and surveillance play pivotal roles in ensuring safety and comfort. This is especially true in the hospitality industry, where guests’ security is a significant concern.  An area of notable focus is hotel surveillance systems, which have experienced an influx of technological innovation and transformation. As these systems evolve, they are reshaping the way hotels manage security, and subsequently, guest experience. This article will explo...

The physical security market continues to move at breakneck speed. Artificial intelligence, analytics, the cloud and edge processing have created new, exciting data points for greater situational awareness and enhanced response. Within this context, unfortunately, come inefficiencies created by years of stitching together disparate solutions that operate in silos and don’t fully integrate with other systems. Challenges in security Wavestore’s Blind Spot Summit 2025 at its global h...

At the morning’s press conference, organisers of Secutech Vietnam revealed details for the 2025 edition, set to take place from 14 – 16 August 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Backed by the Vietnam Fire and Rescue Police Department and the Ministry of Public Security, the fair embodies a strong commitment to providing modern solutions to national safety priorities. As Vietnam’s only trade show dedicated to AI, IoT, security, and...

Suprema, a pioneer in AI-powered access control and security solutions, announced that its AI-based facial authentication access control devices have obtained CE RED certification under the European Union(EU)’s updated Radio Equipment Directive (RED), which now includes stricter cybersecurity requirements. Public sources and Suprema’s own research indicate that no other access-control company has yet met this new CE RED cybersecurity standard. Earning the certificate strengthens Su...

Alibaba has launched Qwen3-Coder, its most advanced agentic AI coding model to date. Designed for high-performance software development, Qwen3-Coder excels in agentic AI coding tasks, from generating new code and managing complex coding workflows to debugging across entire codebases. Built on a Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, this open-sourced model Qwen3-Coder-480B-A35B-Instruct, which has a total of 480 billion parameters but activates 35 billion parameters per token, de...