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Long live multi-component FOTA updates

The days of monolithic binaries are over As the IoT market is slowly maturing, IoT systems are becoming increasingly complex and versatile. As a result, embedded devices are composed of distinct firmware components made by different parties working together, often running on multiple MCUs simultaneously. This multi-party involvement has implications for how firmware is developed…

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VPNs Add the S to IoT

VPNs are, in many ways, adding the ‘S’ for Security to IoT As we navigate our way into an increasingly digital realm, the Internet of Things continues to revolutionize how we monitor our environments, control our surroundings and increase efficiency in everyday life. As our reliance on IoT grows, so does our need for secure…

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How to Build Your Private LTE Network

Private LTE networks are becoming more popular due to the reduced complexity and operational costs. Historically, building cellular networks was limited to large corporations with deep pockets. Licensing frequency bands, purchasing radio infrastructure, developing and maintaining the core network layer are resource-heavy investments, until now. Building a private LTE network can be “easily” accomplished. Read…

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IoT Stars brings tribute to unsexy use cases

Let’s celebrate hyperscalers leaving, the rise of open-source in IoT, and the deployment of unsexy use cases! Together, this might be the perfect cocktail for innovative IoT companies to start scaling up in 2023. IoT Stars joined Embedded World 2023 to bring together top IoT professionals and discuss the latest products, services, and market trends.…

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The True Speed of Cellular IoT

As of now, there are over 20 different LTE categories. From the initial LTE specifications released in 2008, to novel categories classified as LTE Advanced which supports data rates of over 300 Mbps, LTE Advanced Pro with speeds of over 1 Gbps, and LTE for Machines designed for battery-powered, IoT devices. When talking about cellular IoT, people often refer to LTE…

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Omicron is coming – Here’s how to pick your virtual event platform

Corona cases are surging, Omicron is at our doorstep and winter hasn't even started yet. Europe is going back into lockdown and events are scaled down or canceled altogether. Thinking about hosting your event virtually? Here's my recommended list of platforms to consider based on 5 categories. Enjoy! 5 categories - jump to whatever you…

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IoT to the rescue, how LoRaWAN saved me €95

Apparently, in The Netherlands it is not permitted to park a camper for more than 3 consecutive days on the street. Too bad I didn't know and received a €95 fine. Fortunately, as I'm working in IoT there's (of course) an abundance of sensors installed in my van: temperature, humidity, battery voltage, door open/closed, PIR…

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Harley Davidson didn’t invent the motorcycle

Harley Davidson didn't invent the motorcycle. Neither did Ironman invent the triathlon nor Docker the container. These companies didn't invent anything fundamentally new, they merely provided a place for people to gather and validate their identity.

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