Cruise is being investigated after robotaxi dragged pedestrian

About the Author By Ryan Daws | 26th January 2024 Ryan is a senior editor at TechForge Media with over a decade of experience covering the latest technology and interviewing leading industry figures. He can often be sighted at tech conferences with a strong coffee in one hand and a laptop in the other. If it's geeky, he’s probably into it. Find him on Twitter (@Gadget_Ry) or Mastodon (@gadgetry@techhub.social) .pp-multiple-authors-boxes-wrapper {display:none;} img {width:100%;} General Motors’ driverless Cruise division is facing investigations by both the Department of Justice (DoJ) and Securities

Satellites and the specter of IoT attacks

In the vast expanse of space, satellites orbit silently, serving as the connected backbone of our modern world. A fast-proliferating network of satellites forms the critical infrastructure that supports global communication, navigation, weather forecasting, defensive operations and more. Today’s global space economy is huge, forecasted to total more than $600 billion annually in 2024. Internet of Things (IoT) components are integral to next-generation satellites. Designed to optimize efficiency and enhance functionality, IoT satellite devices and systems provide better communication, data transmission, onboard data processing, power management and more. But the

Saudi Arabia Boosts Railway Cybersecurity

The Saudi Railway Company (SAR) has announced a partnership with "sirar by stc" to bolster the cybersecurity of its critical transit network.The agreement comes against a backdrop of heightened concerns about the cybersecurity of rail transport networks in general, part of the country’s critical national infrastructure and the target of not-infrequent attacks.Rail networks rely on a combination of IT and operational technology (OT) components that rely on multiple suppliers and diverse technologies.In a statement, sirar by stc said, "[We], specializing in comprehensive cybersecurity services, will provide advanced solutions to safeguard

IoT Global Awards 2024 shortlist | IoT Now News & Reports

We are thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated shortlist nominees for the 2024 IoT Global Awards, brought to you by WeKnow Media Ltd! This prestigious award continues to celebrate exceptional accomplishments in the realm of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and leadership innovation across diverse sectors. Our categories span a wide spectrum, including:Automotive, transport & travel;Big data, cloud & analytics;Connected consumer & smart home;Connected health or wearable tech;Industry & construction;Research & development or new launch;Retail, marketing & hospitality;Securing IoT;Smart cities, government & utilities;IoT Executive of the year;Startup business development or ecosystem

Instana 2023: Recapping our latest innovation – IBM Blog

Instana 2023: Recapping our latest innovation - IBM Blog <!----> <!-- --> You asked, and we delivered! At Instana, addressing our customers’ needs and creating a simple tool that is easy to use is fundamental to helping our DevOps and SRE teams reduce burnout rates, allowing them to excel in what they do best. Taking all your feedback and market insights into perspective and careful consideration, we are thrilled to announce that in 2023. Our team announced different product capabilities designed to simplify your teams’ ability to observe, debug, remediate

IBM and business partner bring intelligent equipment maintenance to automotive company with IBM Maximo – IBM Blog

IBM and business partner bring intelligent equipment maintenance to automotive company with IBM Maximo - IBM Blog <!----> <!-- --> IBM® recently announced that it has worked with its business partner, Beijing Shuto Technology Co., Ltd. (hereafter as Shuto Technology) to help a joint venture Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in China to obtain information in an accurate and cost-effective way for on-site technicians. This makes the client’s equipment repair work more efficient and improves the reliability of its equipment.  Founded in 2006, Shuto Technology is a leading asset management solution

What is vegetation management?  – IBM Blog

What is vegetation management?  - IBM Blog <!----> <!-- --> When North America suffered its largest blackout, it cost upwards of USD 6 billion  and left 50 million people without power for up to two days. What caused the blackout? Overgrown trees that came into contact with a power line.   Beyond causing blackouts, overgrown vegetation can also cause soil erosion and water quality problems, disrupting both our economy and the environment.  Vegetation management aims to mitigate these risks. But what exactly does vegetation management mean? It involves promoting desirable, stable

Kinéis uses satellite-based IoT connectivity for early forest fire detection | IoT Now News & Reports

Home › IoT Magazine › Kinéis uses satellite-based IoT connectivity for early forest fire detection Kinéis has announced that its spatial connectivity is helping to revolutionise forest fire prevention using early detection. NewSpace technologies and satellite-based Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities are contributing to better prevention in detecting forest fires and reducing their impact on the environment. Kinéis global connectivity enables it to track and monitor objects in remote areas without coverage by terrestrial networks. In addition, frequencies used in the 400 MHz bandwidth have signal penetration in the canopy-covered

Avassa Edge Platform transforms IIoT operations | IoT Now News & Reports

Avassa has announced the launch of Avassa for Industrial IoT, an application management solution designed specifically for the industrial IoT vendor ecosystem. This solution represents a significant leap in the realm of innovative integrated hardware and software solutions, offering a powerful toolset for addressing current challenges in container application delivery, placement and monitoring.Avassa for industrial IoT: Revolutionising industrial IoT container application managementIndustrial IoT is transforming. Software operations are moving from proprietary operating systems to Linux and fully containerized, future-proof IIoT applications. Meanwhile, there is increased market demand for both online

How Indigenous perspectives can guide climate innovation for a just transition: IBM teams up with Net Zero Atlantic in Canada – IBM Blog

How Indigenous perspectives can guide climate innovation for a just transition: IBM teams up with Net Zero Atlantic in Canada - IBM Blog <!----> <!-- --> The windswept province of Nova Scotia lies on Canada’s Atlantic coast, and comprises part of Mi’kma’ki, the traditional districts of the Mi’kmaq First Nations people. In recent years, Nova Scotia has become a promising site for the clean energy transition, with some of the world’s fastest offshore wind speeds and potential for hydrogen development. But too often, conversations about the impact of energy development

The Role of Data Verification in Building Trust – DATAVERSITY

Data has famously been referred to as the “new oil,” powering the fifth industrial revolution. As our reliance on data-intensive sectors like finance, healthcare, and the Internet of Things (IoT) grows, the question of trust becomes paramount. Trust is a multifaceted issue when dealing with data and events, and one core component is data verification.  Here we’ll explore why data verification methods are essential for ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and privacy, and how they help build trust in our increasingly data-dependent world. The Evolution of Data Verification Data verification has

My Biggest Insights & Takeaways from NRF’s Retail Big Show 2024

This post has already been read 805 times! How leaders in retail are using artificial intelligence for digital transformation that delights customers I had the pleasure of joining the pilgrimage to NYC for Retail’s Big Show, NRF (National Retail Federation). The theme this year was “Make IT Matter.” Retail IT teams have a monumental task of remaining current and providing the business and its customers an informative, delightful, and seamless experience. Artificial Intelligence (AI) was, again, leading the way connecting the top of the supply chain to the customer channel