Which European cities are top for smart tourism?

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Which European cities are top for smart tourism

Tampere in Finland and Dubrovnik in Croatia have been selected as the winners of the EU’s 2026 European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism competitions, respectively. In total, 58 destinations from 22 countries competed for the European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism titles. The 15 shortlisted destinations were invited to present their cases to the jury in Brussels, who selected the winners of both competitions. Smart tourism judging criteria The European Capital of Smart Tourism recognises outstanding achievements by European cities as tourism destinations in four categories:…

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Why satellite connectivity still is the answer for truly global, mobile connectivity

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Why satellite connectivity still is the answer for truly global, mobile connectivity

Vehicles and containers all need to be able to communicate so they can share and receive an increasing array of important data. This extends from comparatively simple use cases such as regular location updates so arrival times can be projected to more complex data such as confirmation that the cold chain for fresh produce has not been interrupted. The next step will be greater automation with degrees of autonomous vehicles already being deployed. All of this relies on secure, low-latency, uninterrupted access to connectivity as objects move through the world.…

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Green jobs could bring $280bn to city economies by 2040

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Green jobs could bring $280bn to city economies by 2040

Cities can unlock a $280bn economic opportunity by stepping up recruitment and training for workers in the green economy, including harnessing the economic contribution of migrants, a new report suggests. Analysis reveals that four in 10 jobs created globally by 2040 will be green jobs, roles that contribute to preserving or restoring the environment. But the report from C40 Cities, the Climate Migration Council and the Mayors Migration Council, has cautioned that unless significant investment is made in the workforce, up to six million of those jobs could go unfilled,…

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nRF9160 cellular IoT module detects leaks in water pipes

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nRF9160 cellular IoT module detects leaks in water pipes

7Sense has partnered with the Norwegian Municipality of Horten to implement its nRF9160 SiP-powered leak detecting system to reduce water waste and meet sustainability goals. Water waste is a critical global issue, with countries around the world grappling with both the environmental and financial consequences. Fresh drinking water, in particular, is increasingly valuable, as over 2.2 billion people around the world already have no access to “safely managed drinking-water services” (that is, uncontaminated, on-site, and freely available water sources). And it’s not just large-scale losses that are of concern –…

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Smart city uses cases continue to drive LPWAN market

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Smart city uses cases continue to drive LPWAN market

Smart cities represent one of the fastest-growing set of use cases for low power wide area networks, according to the LoRa Alliance, the global association of companies backing the open LoRaWan standard for internet of things (IoT) LPWANs. The alliance reported that the smart cities market is experiencing continued strong growth on the back of a rapidly expanding set of use cases, which will be showcased at Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC), which runs 4-6 November at the Gran Via venue in Barcelona. Growth of LoRaWan sensor network The…

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LoRaWAN enters its next growth phase

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LoRaWAN enters its next growth phase

The LoRa Alliance, the global association behind the open LoRaWAN standard for low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs), has announced the release of its 2025 End of Year Report. The report highlights a defining year in which LoRaWAN moved into its next growth phase, scaling from widespread adoption to becoming a foundational connectivity layer for Massive IoT across utilities, cities, buildings, industry, agriculture and critical infrastructure worldwide. Key trends identified in the report include: LoRaWAN reached 125 Million deployed devices globally, achieving a 25% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), underscoring accelerating adoption and long-term market momentum. Large-scale deployments continue to…

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Securonix introduces Agentic Mesh and first productivity-based AI model for the SOC

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Securonix introduces Agentic Mesh and first productivity-based AI model for the SOC

Securonix, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), has announced Sam, the AI SOC Analyst, and the Securonix Agentic Mesh, introducing a new operating model for security operations designed to scale analyst productivity, govern AI in production, and deliver board-ready outcomes. At a time when security operations are overwhelmed by alert volume, analyst shortages and rising SIEM costs, Securonix is shifting the conversation from AI features and consumption metrics to measurable work delivered. With Sam and Agentic Mesh, security leaders can now quantify how much analyst work AI completes, govern…

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Soracom partners with Bridgepointe to bring enterprises more complete IoT connectivity solution

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Soracom partners with Bridgepointe to bring enterprises more complete IoT connectivity solution

Soracom, a global provider of advanced IoT connectivity solutions with full MVNO capability, has announced a new partnership with Bridgepointe Technologies, one of the nation’s tech advisory firms helping mid-market and enterprise clients drive technology transformation. Soracom brings Bridgepointe secure, cloud-native cellular connectivity purpose-built on AWS for IoT. The supplier portfolio is powered by a multi-IMSI (Multiple International Mobile Subscriber Identity) design and blended network coverage that automatically selects the strongest available carrier across more than 509 networks spanning 213 countries and regions. Soracom delivers always-on reliability and flexibility for…

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Public safety 5G market to reach $6.3 billion by 2028

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Public safety 5G market to reach $6.3 billion by 2028

SNS Telecom & IT‘s latest research report indicates that annual spending on LTE and 5G NR-based public safety broadband infrastructure and devices will exceed $6.3 billion globally by the end of 2028 as nationwide mission-critical broadband deployments move from concept to delivery. The market’s upward trajectory is coupled with realistic prospects of migration from LMR systems to 3GPP broadband technology across multiple national markets in the coming years. Western and Northern European countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Finland and Sweden, are moving ahead with plans to migrate all public…

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Wi-SUN Alliance unifies low-power and high-performance IoT for smart cities

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Wi-SUN Alliance unifies low-power and high-performance IoT for smart cities

The Wi-SUN Alliance, a global industry organisation advancing open standards for secure, scalable wireless field area networks, has announced the launch of its FAN 1.1 Low Energy (LE) Certification. The new certification enables ultra-low-power, battery-operated and energy-harvesting devices to operate alongside high-performance applications within the same standards-based network, simplifying deployment, management and long-term scalability across connected infrastructure. “With the introduction of Low Energy, Wi-SUN FAN 1.1 enables infrastructure operators to support a wider range of device types within a single network architecture,” said Phil Beecher, the president and CEO of…

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Sentinum launches Juno cellular tracker for asset location and monitoring

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Sentinum launches Juno cellular tracker for asset location and monitoring

IoT solutions company, Sentinum, has released a cellular IoT-powered asset tracking and condition monitoring solution built on Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9151 low power SiP module and nRF7000 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC. The ‘Juno Cellular Tracker’ is designed to provide continuous insights on the location, handling events and operational status of mobile or distributed assets. Juno integrates a three-axis MEMS accelerometer to provide three key sensing functions—motion, tilt and detection of opening or tampering—that support activity-based tracking, misuse detection and automated event logging without the need for additional components. ‘TH’ model versions…

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Semtech launches power-efficient rugged 5G RedCap routers

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Semtech launches power-efficient rugged 5G RedCap routers

Semtech Corporation, a provider of high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service solutions, has announced two new AirLink 5G RedCap routers that address a critical gap in industrial and commercial IoT: the need for future-proof and energy-efficient 5G connectivity scaled to real-world IoT application needs. “5G RedCap adoption is accelerating, with connections projected to surpass 656 million globally by 2030 (including eRedCap),” said Shobhit Srivastava, the senior principal analyst at Omdia. “The technology delivers the right combination of attributes for industrial applications: 5G network longevity, power efficiency…

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Semtech’s LoRa Plus platform enables multi-protocol smart home and security development

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Semtech’s LoRa Plus platform enables multi-protocol smart home and security development

Semtech Corporation, a provider of high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service solutions, has announced a definitive agreement with Trident IoT that positions Semtech’s LoRa Plus platform as the connectivity foundation for next-generation multi-protocol smart home and security solutions. With this agreement, customers who purchase Semtech’s LoRa Plus transceivers will have royalty-free access to Trident IoT’s software development kit (SDK) and development tools, positioning Semtech as a one-stop provider for Z-Wave connectivity, with development plans to support Zigbee and Thread/Matter. The collaboration addresses the growing complexity…

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Municipalities pilot AI-driven road infrastructure platform

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Municipalities pilot AI-driven road infrastructure platform

geoRoad.ai is on a mission to democratise road safety technology with its AI-driven tool that identifies road and traffic safety risks before they cause harm. geoRoad.ai, an AI-driven road infrastructure platform, has announced it is running active pilot defect detection programmes across more than 20 road networks across the globe. With a strong belief that safe roads are a fundamental right for every citizen, geoRoad.ai says it is on a mission to “democratise road safety technology” and make it accessible to cities and communities everywhere. Read more: smartcitiesworld.net

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Washington Metro boosts hybrid and electric bus fleet

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Washington Metro boosts hybrid and electric bus fleet

The buses will replace end-of-life vehicles and provide passengers with a modernised experience as well as deliver on Metro’s Strategic Transformation Plan. Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) has ordered 75 Xcelsior hybrid-electric 40-feet transit buses and 25 Xcelsior Charge NG battery-electric 40-foot transit buses from New Flyer of America, a subsidiary of NFI Group. The purchase will be supported by federal, state, and local funding as well as funds awarded through the Federal Transit Administration Low or No Emission grant programme. Modernising passenger experience The new buses will replace…

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