IoT Insider Weekly Roundup
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IoT Unplugged – S3:E7 – Establishing priorities for Cloud security
On the latest episode of IoT Unplugged, Bernard Montel , EMEA Technical Director and Security Strategist at Tenable , discussed the key findings and implications of Tenable’s recently published Cloud security report.
The conversation focused on Cloud security, with Montel providing a brief history of the evolution of the Cloud. “We need to understand the evolution of the Cloud,” Montel explained. “Organisations went from on-premise (on-prem) deployment a long time ago towards the Cloud. When we look at that today, we need to think about a hybrid approach for the organisations that still have on-prem technologies.”
This hybrid approach introduces new security challenges, particularly because the traditional network perimeters no longer apply in cloud environments. Identity management, therefore, becomes a critical security control, as it is often the first line of defence in the cloud.
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Upskilling the construction sector with new technologies
In this article for IoT Insider, Paul Taylor , Machined Seals Product Manager at FPE Seals details how the construction sector can upskill with drones, IoT, AI and more.
The construction sector is set for growth by as much as 12% in 2024, according to Glenigan’s data. With this forecast, it’s important for companies within the industry to embrace new methods of streamlining processes to make them more efficient, and technology is a huge factor in this area.
However, an issue that arises is knowledge around this technology and how to maximise its usage. This creates challenges in recruitment, so many businesses could benefit from upskilling current employees to improve talent retention.
Nordic Semiconductor releases smaller version of Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC
Nordic Semiconductor recently announced the release of a Wafer-Level Chip Scale Package (WLCSP) version of its nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC. This new packaging option maintains the full functionality of the nRF7002 QFN variant while achieving a footprint reduction of over 60%, making the WLCSP version particularly well-suited for compact, space-sensitive designs in next-generation wireless devices.
The nRF7002 WLCSP is equipped with advanced Wi-Fi 6 features such as OFDMA and Target Wake Time (TWT), offering robust and efficient wireless connectivity. The IC is optimised for ultra-low power consumption, which contributes to extended battery life in connected devices. Its reduced size makes it an ideal solution for applications where space is at a premium, including modules, wearable technology, and portable medical devices.
Chris Baird , CEO of OptConnect picks out IoT trends to watch
The number of connected devices in the IoT industry is on an incline – no doubt about it. According to Statista, there will be 32.1 billion IoT devices in 2030. This marks one major trend that Chris Baird, CEO of OptConnect, told IoT Insider he saw shaping the industry in an exclusive interview about major trends.