➀ Silicon Labs expands its Series 2 portfolio with the FG23L wireless SoC, targeting cost-sensitive IoT applications with Sub-GHz connectivity;

➁ The chip offers extended range (up to 146 dB link budget), 10+ year battery life, and Secure Vault™ Mid security for smart city/industrial deployments;

➂ Features 78 MHz Cortex-M33 core, multi-band support, and developer tools to accelerate global IoT device development.

➀ Secure boot ensures only authenticated firmware runs on IoT devices by verifying cryptographic signatures during startup;

➁ It protects against malware injections and unauthorized code execution in low-end embedded systems with limited user oversight;

➂ The mechanism enhances tamper resistance by validating firmware integrity across bootloader, kernel and critical components.

➀ The Z-Wave Alliance launched an updated searchable database of 4,500 certified smart home devices, covering categories like lighting, sensors, and Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) products;

➁ The guide allows filtering by brand, protocol version, and regional frequencies, emphasizing interoperability and security through mandatory certifications;

➂ Z-Wave Long Range devices are highlighted for quadrupling wireless range and supporting 10x more nodes, aligning with the alliance's mission to expand smart home adoption.

➀ Researchers from Skoltech have published a monograph on "Unsourced Random Access," targeting efficient communication for millions of IoT devices in 5G Advanced/6G networks;

➁ The proposed method allows devices to connect without pre-coordination or identification, reducing delays and improving energy efficiency;

➂ The monograph integrates theoretical frameworks with practical implementations, supported by collaborations with MIT and other institutions under the Russian Science Foundation.

➀ The EU-funded Ambient-6G project (€8.4 million) aims to develop sustainable, battery-free IoT devices using ambient radio waves and backscatter communication, eliminating the need for disposable batteries.

➀ The technology leverages passive backscatter techniques, where IoT devices reflect and modify radio signals to transmit data, drastically reducing energy consumption.

➂ Challenges include improving signal processing for weak long-distance communication, with applications in retail (e.g., battery-free price tags) and logistics (real-time tracking).

➀ An EU-funded project (€8.4 million) led by TU Graz and partners aims to develop battery-free IoT devices using wireless energy and backscatter communication;

➀ The technology utilizes distributed antenna systems for low-power transmission and passive communication, eliminating the need for batteries;

➁ Potential applications include retail (e.g., electronic shelf labels) and logistics (precise tracking), with challenges in processing weak signals over long distances.

➀ AI accelerates semiconductor R&D through automated analog/digital design flows, reducing analog design time from months to days;

➁ STMicroelectronics employs AI for eco-design, optimizing energy use in chips and enabling green technologies like smart grids and solar farms;

➂ Federated learning proposed for academic prototyping, allowing collaborative AI model training while protecting sensitive chip design/IP data.

➀ Motorola launched its Halo smart IoT sensors in India, featuring 16 detection functions (vaping, air quality, aggression, etc.) without cameras or microphones;

➁ Targeting smart cities, hospitals, and schools, the GDPR-compliant sensor integrates with existing systems through edge computing and AI analytics;

➂ Emphasizes privacy in sensitive areas like VIP rooms and medical facilities, with plans to expand via partnerships and subscription models.

➀ The project demonstrates an IoT-based metro ticketing system using RFID cards for fare management and balance updates；

➀ Involves two main devices: a card recharge module (managed by staff) and entry/exit scanners with real-time IoT dashboard monitoring；

➁ Utilizes IndusBoard Coin microcontrollers and RC522 RFID modules, supporting web-based balance tracking and automated gate control via servo motors.

➀ AIoT integrates artificial intelligence (AI) with the Internet of Things (IoT) to enable autonomous decision-making through real-time data analysis and adaptive systems.

➁ Applications span smart cities, healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture, with examples like traffic management in Indian cities and precision farming.

➂ Key challenges include cybersecurity risks, infrastructure limitations, skill shortages, and evolving regulatory frameworks.

➀ Time series databases (TSDBs) are becoming critical for managing high-velocity sensor and IoT data, enabling efficient storage and real-time analysis in industries like wind energy (e.g., MHI Vestas) and robotics (e.g., Groove X);

➁ TSDBs optimize time-stamped data handling with specialized compression, indexing, and life cycle management, outperforming traditional relational databases in scalability and query speed;

➂ Popular TSDBs include InfluxDB, Timescale DB, and Prometheus, which support large-scale data ingestion, flexible visualization, and industrial IoT applications.

➀ Arduino released the Nano R4 with headers, featuring a Renesas RA4M1 microcontroller (Arm Cortex-M4), designed for smart home and compact prototyping projects;

➁ The board offers 21 digital I/O pins, dual I2C ports, and pre-soldered headers for easy breadboarding, alongside compatibility with Arduino UNO R4;

➂ Priced at $13.30, it supports modular expansion via Qwiic/Stemma QT connectors and is already sold out due to high demand.

➀ Satellite and terrestrial networks are rapidly converging to achieve global seamless connectivity, driven by consumer demand for ubiquitous access;

➁ Direct-to-device (D2D) technology enables standard smartphones to connect directly to satellites without additional hardware, exemplified by Vodafone's trials with AST SpaceMobile;

➂ Challenges include latency in transparent satellite architectures, high costs of maintaining satellite constellations, and balancing technical viability with commercial sustainability.

➀ Explores technical challenges in ambient computing, including sensor reliability, edge processing, and seamless device integration;

➁ Highlights human factors such as trust, privacy, and accessibility crucial for user adoption;

➂ Discusses the balance between automation and user control for truly smart, invisible systems.

➀ DigiKey announced the addition of 32,000 new products in Q2 2025, expanding its total portfolio to over 16.5 million items through core business, Marketplace, and Fulfilled by DigiKey programs;

➁ The distributor added 127 new suppliers, focusing on AI development, real-time vision processing, IoT automation (e.g., humidity/temperature modules), and highlighted innovations like Adafruit's Sparkle Motion Stick and STMicroelectronics' Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules;

➂ With 1.1 million new parts added in 2024, DigiKey linked this growth to strong customer demand and market momentum, expressing optimism for continued expansion.

➀ IoT-based RFID attendance system using ESP32-S2 and MFRC522 module to scan cards and record real-time data;

➁ Features web interface for attendance tracking, NTP time synchronization, and CSV data export for records;

➂ Supports new user registration via web form and integrates SPI/WiFi libraries for seamless operation.

➀ Taoglas partners with Semtech to offer verified antennas for Semtech's AirLink routers, ensuring compatibility for engineering applications;

➀ Antennas are tested for mechanical, environmental, and RF compatibility, targeting sectors like industrial IoT, public safety, and transportation;

➂ Modular designs support multi-band 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, and GNSS, with rugged installation options for harsh environments.

➀ Discussions on the allocation of the US Chips Act funds to drive semiconductor innovation;

➁ A company's offer to deploy an AI datacenter within 90 days, highlighting rapid tech implementation;

➂ ROHM's breakthrough in miniaturized 30V bi-directional dual MOSFETs (2mΩ, 2x2mm) for power efficiency.

➀ The European EEC committee approved the LPD-S framework, defining conditions for low-power IoT devices to connect directly to satellites;

➁ Lacuna Space will deploy its KonflexHub platform using the 862–870MHz band, enabling battery-operated sensors without ground infrastructure;

➂ The decision provides regulatory clarity for large-scale satellite IoT deployments across Europe through NTN communications.

➀ Cover story explores India's Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme and its impact on boosting domestic production;

➁ Features include virtual PLC advancements, IoT-focused DIY projects, and interviews on embedded system security and molecular spectroscopy applications;

➂ Highlights startups like Anedya, Glovatrix, and Parkmate driving innovation in IoT, accessibility tech, and smart parking solutions.