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Business Wire
10 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Soracom's Reliable IoT Connectivity Powers BinSentry's Livestock Feed Solutions
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Soracom, Inc., a global IoT platform provider with full cellular MVNO capability, announced today that BinSentry, an agriculture technology company, is leveraging Soracom's IoT building blocks and connectivity to enable its machine learning-enabled sensors to support intelligent, automated feed management solutions for feed mill operators, ag industry vertical integrators, and livestock farms. Accurate inventory management and supply chain efficiency traditionally have been challenging for suppliers, sellers, and buyers of livestock feed because monitoring the amount of feed inside a bin or a silo requires frequent time-consuming and potentially unsafe manual checks. Often, workers at feed mills, vertical processing plants, or livestock barns climb tall ladders multiple times each day and bend over the side of a silo to look deeply into it to assess the amount of feed remaining inside. 'We have up to 76,000 points we're measuring inside of a silo, and about 9,600 inside a feed bin, and we measure every single one of them about 50 times every five seconds,' said Nathan Hoel, Co-Founder and CTO of BinSentry. 'We now monitor 40,000 devices and send as much raw data back to the cloud as we can from our sensors to then apply AI to that raw data–about half a million total measurements–just to get an accurate assessment of the volume inside of a single bin.' These requirements led BinSentry to Soracom and the company's complete package of reliable cellular IoT connectivity, flexible SIM usage and billing, and MVNO agreements covering more than 180 countries and territories across more than 360 carriers. To make it all work, BinSentry required reliable IoT connectivity to its on-site sensors spread widely across mostly-rural areas in North American markets. The company experimented with a number of connectivity technologies, including LoRaWAN and NB-IoT, before choosing LTE Cat-M1 because it ran off the same widespread, existing network as LTE phones. BinSentry offers time-of-flight sensors that can be placed inside large feed bins, and that use infrared light pulses to measure feed levels. The image and distance data that is collected is transmitted back to the cloud to enable the creation of 3D images of feed bin inventories. It's an intelligent, automated remote monitoring solution that quickly and safely provides feed mills and others with extremely accurate inventory data. 'What we discovered was that having access to as many different carriers as possible in rural areas was extremely important, and so we needed an MVNO with as many carrier agreements as possible who would allow us to easily switch SIMs from one carrier to another when we need to,' Hoel said. 'BinSentry's experience is evidence of how reliable cellular IoT connectivity can power new business models in the agriculture industry, and other verticals as well,' said Kenta Yasukawa, Ph.D., CTO and co-founder of Soracom, Inc. 'Being bearer, cloud and hardware-agnostic allows us freedom to partner directly with our customers to provide the right building blocks to enable and scale their IoT deployments.' About BinSentry BinSentry is an agricultural technology company developing an innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solution which enables feed mills and livestock producers to effectively monitor on-farm inventory, dramatically increasing operational efficiencies. Powered by solar and operating on low-power, long range networks, their cutting-edge solution installs in less than 10 minutes and delivers data to the cloud, reliably and without interruption. Equipped with a wealth of actionable insights that BinSentry's software delivers, BinSentry customers can automate ordering, prioritize production, and optimize the transportation of feed - eliminating feed outages while gaining more insight into animal performance. Reach out today, to learn about how BinSentry can revolutionize your business! About Soracom Soracom is a technology partner to more than 20,000 startups, SMBs, and enterprises. Soracom offers robust solutions specifically designed to make it easy to build, operate, and scale IoT deployments. Customers trust Soracom for affordable, reliable connectivity that accelerates speed to market, makes it easy to connect to any cloud, and offers access to a worldwide partner ecosystem. More information is available at
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Iridium Partners Syniverse to Power Global D2D Satellite Connectivity
Iridium Communications IRDM recently teamed up with Syniverse, a top provider of mobile connectivity solutions, to enable the global deployment of its new Iridium NTN Direct service, a cutting-edge, standards-based Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) service. The initiative aims to provide direct-to-device (D2D) and narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) connectivity across the globe, seamlessly integrated with terrestrial mobile is known for its unique Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, offering reliable global voice and data communication services. With the launch of Iridium NTN Direct, the company is expanding its footprint to support NTN services that directly connect consumer devices and IoT infrastructure, without the need for traditional ground-based cell further highlighted the GSMA 2025 Industry Survey, which states that 85% of MNOs interested in NTN services prefer LEO solutions for their global coverage capabilities. Iridium NTN Direct meets this demand with a fully deployed, owned and operated satellite constellation and globally harmonized MSS spectrum. Iridium NTN Direct is a standards-compliant service aligned with the 3GPP Release 19, designed to support D2D messaging, NB-IoT communication and SOS services for emergencies. This capability unlocks opportunities for a broad spectrum of industries, includingconsumer devices, automobiles and industrial applications in agriculture, transportation, logistics, energy and true power of Iridium NTN Direct lies in its integration with Syniverse, whose infrastructure supports roaming, interoperability, authentication and billing services for more than 830 mobile operators and 600 carrier customers across 170 countries. This integration is crucial for ensuring carrier-grade service quality, scalability and seamless global connectivity for Iridium's new satellite offering. Through Syniverse's global IPX backbone, Iridium NTN Direct will emerge as a user-friendly solution for MNOs, allowing them to extend their networks beyond terrestrial 3GPP Release 19, which standardizes many aspects of NTN and D2D communications, is expected to be finalized by late 2025. Following this, Iridium-connected devices supporting NTN Direct are slated to hit the market in MNOs compete to capture emerging markets and meet growing demands for uninterrupted connectivity, especially in rural and industrial applications, Iridium NTN Direct is likely to offer a reliable, integrated solution for their subscribers. Iridium has been making solid R&D investments to boost its technology infrastructure. The company expects to generate about $1 billion in annual Service revenues by 2030. To achieve this long-term goal, management is focused on developing several services, including Satellite Time and Location (STL), Midband services, D2D and satellite-based personal communication devices. In January 2024, the company unveiled Project Stardust, marking the evolution of its D2D strategy through the development of a 3GPP 5G standards-based NB-IoT NB-NTN service. In September 2024, the 3GPP approved Iridium's offer to expand the capability of NB-IoT for NTN into the official Work Plan for 3GPP Release 19 (set to conclude in the fourth quarter of 2025). This will likely be a key platform for its consumer-focused D2D services for smartphones and wearables. It will also support inbound roaming for IoT devices/applications, on its NB-IoT satellite network and provide reliable, worldwide coverage for these devices and applications. Standards-based chipsets are expected to reduce costs for manufacturers and customers using Iridium's global network, making it easier to add satellite connectivity alongside cellular. This could open up new opportunities in industries where satellite was once too expensive and support strong IoT growth for Iridium in the years ahead. Iridium currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Shares of the company have declined 20.5% in the past six months compared with the Zacks Satellite and Communication industry's fall of 16.2%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Some better-ranked stocks from the broader technology space are Juniper Networks, Inc. JNPR, InterDigital, Inc. IDCC and Ubiquiti Inc. UI. JNPR presently sports a Zacks Rank #1(Strong Buy), while IDCC & UI carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks is leveraging the 400-gig cycle to capture hyperscale switching opportunities inside the data center. The company is set to capitalize on the increasing demand for data center virtualization, cloud computing and mobile traffic packet/optical convergence. Juniper also introduced new features within the AI-driven enterprise portfolio that enable customers to simplify the rollout of their campus wired and wireless networks while bringing greater insight to network operators. In the last reported quarter, it delivered an earnings surprise of 4.88%.IDCC is a pioneer in advanced mobile technologies that enable wireless communications and capabilities. The company engages in designing and developing a wide range of advanced technology solutions, which are used in digital cellular as well as wireless 3G, 4G and IEEE 802-related products and networks. It has a long-term growth expectation of 15%.Ubiquiti's effective management of its strong global network of more than 100 distributors and master resellers improved its visibility for future demand and inventory management techniques. In the last reported quarter, Ubiquiti delivered an earnings surprise of 33.3%. Its highly flexible global business model remains well-suited to adapt to the changing market dynamics to overcome challenges while maximizing growth. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) : Free Stock Analysis Report InterDigital, Inc. (IDCC) : Free Stock Analysis Report Iridium Communications Inc (IRDM) : Free Stock Analysis Report Ubiquiti Inc. (UI) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Iridium and Syniverse Partner to Bring Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity to Mobile Network Operators Worldwide
MCLEAN, Va., May 29, 2025 /CNW/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM), a leading provider of global voice and data satellite communications, today announced a new partnership with Syniverse, the world's most connected company®, to support the rollout of Iridium NTN DirectSM service with mobile network operators (MNOs) worldwide. Through this partnership, Iridium NTN Direct is integrating with Syniverse's global platform, making it easy for MNOs to keep their customers continuously connected everywhere on the planet. According to GSMA's 2025 Industry Survey, 85% of MNOs planning to pursue non-terrestrial network (NTN) service are seeking a Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) solution that extends their coverage globally. As part of 3GPP Release 19, Iridium NTN Direct will provide truly global, standards-based direct-to-device (D2D) and narrow-band Internet of Things (NB-IoT) messaging and SOS for consumer devices, automobiles and industrial applications in agriculture, transportation, logistics, energy and utilities. The combination of MNO requirements and Iridium NTN Direct capabilities makes it the ideal solution. With Iridium NTN Direct, MNOs will know they have a reliable partner with a fully deployed, owned and operated satellite constellation, unmatched coverage, globally coordinated mobile satellite services (MSS) spectrum, and a history of providing reliable safety of life services. "We're building the backbone of the global D2D movement, the right way and with the right partners as we prepare for on-air testing with MNOs and chipmakers in the coming months," said Iridium CEO Matt Desch. "The integration of Syniverse's system with the Iridium® network will give MNOs a simple path to expand their footprint to the entire planet." "Satellite networks are becoming a natural extension of the mobile ecosystem, and our role at Syniverse is to make that transition seamless," said Andrew Davies, Chief Executive Officer of Syniverse. "By integrating Iridium NTN Direct into the global mobile framework using standards-based, carrier-grade systems, Syniverse is simplifying deployment, ensuring consistency and security, and accelerating access to non-terrestrial connectivity." For more than 35 years, Syniverse's leadership in mobile interoperability and clearing services has played a key role in enabling MNO adoption for satellite integration, which includes seamless customer roaming, authentication and billing functions. Their system serves approximately 600 carrier customers directly in 170 countries worldwide and connects over 830 mobile operators with their global IPX backbone. Fully 3GPP-compliant and standards-based, Syniverse ensures fast deployment, helping operators confidently unlock new markets. Iridium NTN Direct stands out among Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) and NB-IoT services by offering MNOs an unmatched combination of truly global coverage, reliability and capability. 3GPP Release 19 is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, and the first Iridium NTN Direct connected devices are planned to be available in 2026. For more information about Iridium, visit: For more information about Iridium NTN Direct, visit: About Iridium Communications Inc. Iridium® is the only mobile voice and data satellite communications network that spans the entire globe. Iridium enables connections between people, organizations, and assets to and from anywhere, in real time. Together with its ecosystem of partner companies, Iridium delivers an innovative and rich portfolio of reliable solutions for markets that require truly global communications. In 2024, Iridium acquired Satelles and announced the Iridium Satellite Time and Location service. Iridium Communications Inc. is headquartered in McLean, Va., U.S.A., and its common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol IRDM. For more information about Iridium products, services, and partner solutions, visit Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure Statements in this press release that are not purely historical facts may constitute forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company has based these statements on its current expectations and the information currently available to us. Forward-looking statements in this press release include statements regarding the capabilities, benefits and availability of the Iridium NTN Direct service. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the words "anticipates," "may," "can," "believes," "expects," "projects," "intends," "likely," "will," "to be" and other expressions that are predictions or indicate future events, trends or prospects. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Iridium to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, uncertainties regarding the development and marketing of the Iridium NTN Direct service, the company's ability to maintain the health, capacity and content of its satellite constellation, as well as general industry and economic conditions, and competitive, legal, governmental and technological factors. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements include those factors listed under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 13, 2025, as well as other filings Iridium makes with the SEC from time to time. There is no assurance that Iridium's expectations will be realized. If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if Iridium's underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those expected, estimated or projected. Iridium's forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and Iridium undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements. Press Contact: Investor Contact: Jordan Hassin Kenneth Levy Iridium Communications Inc. 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Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-H, Japan company SSIC successfully test Beyond 5G, 6G wireless technologies
Hyderabad: Japan's Sharp Semiconductor Innovation Corporation (SSIC), the Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad (IIT-H), and Private Limited — a start-up incubated at IIT-H — successfully tested cutting-edge (B5G) and 6G (B6G) technologies. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The trials proved that SSIC's flexible communication device, a special chip — Software-Defined Radio (SDR) System-on-Chip (SoC) that can support different wireless technologies, worked smoothly with WiSig's advanced mobile network system. Together, they delivered wireless performance similar to what today's best 5G networks offer. By 2026, the collaboration aims to support advanced applications such as Fixed Wireless Access, Mission-Critical Push-to-Talk, V2X autonomous navigation, and satellite-compatible NB-IoT smart metering. "This initiative bridges academic excellence, industrial innovation, and international collaboration efforts, reinforcing the global partnership of India and Japan in next-generation wireless communications," said WiSig Networks founder & IITH department of electrical engineering professor Kiran Kuchi. Toyofumi Horikawa from SSIC expressed enthusiasm about the partnership's outcomes. "The results from tests and experiments carried out at the IITH campus demonstrate the immense potential of customizable SDR SoC platforms in accelerating the development of future wireless technologies," he said. "SSIC also exhibited its advanced SDR technology at the Mobile World Congress (MWC25) in Barcelona. In 2026, we plan to further expand this collaboration for advanced communication protocol testing. " IITH director BS Murty said that this partnership underscores the institute's commitment to fostering international collaboration and driving innovation in wireless communication technologies, placing IITH at the forefront of technological breakthroughs. They said that this Indo-Japanese collaboration exemplifies the potential for international partnerships to shape global standards and drive innovation in next-generation wireless communications.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CORRECTING and REPLACING Maersk Selects ZEDEDA to Power Edge Orchestration on Its Next-Generation IoT Connectivity Platform
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 14, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated May 6, 2025 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: MAERSK SELECTS ZEDEDA TO POWER EDGE ORCHESTRATION ON ITS NEXT-GENERATION IOT CONNECTIVITY PLATFORM ZEDEDA, the leader in edge management and orchestration, today announced that A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has selected ZEDEDA as a key technology provider enabling its next-generation IoT connectivity platform. The ZEDEDA edge computing platform enables Maersk to orchestrate the solution across its fleet, improving operational efficiency. "With our next-generation connectivity platform, we will be able to offer our customers notable benefits, including real-time cargo tracking, enhanced supply chain visibility, and improved operational efficiency. This platform is designed to support thousands of IoT devices, ensuring optimal performance for reefer tracking and fleet IoT," says Kjeld Dittmann, Head of Vessel & Cargo Connectivity at Maersk. ZEDEDA's edge computing platform allows Maersk to address inherent challenges in the maritime industry such as deploying any application on any edge device in remote locations, with intermittent connectivity, and lack of a skilled IT workforce on-board. With ZEDEDA, Maersk can deploy and manage any future on-board applications over the air from a central controller. The platform is a unified network designed to support multiple wireless technologies (NB-IoT, Cat-M, and LTE broadband), enabling Maersk customers to integrate their IoT devices and services. The solution is designed for seamless interoperability between private and public networks, ensuring Maersk customers' cargo is reliably monitored whether at sea, in port, or on land. "Maersk is leveraging ZEDEDA to deliver innovative solutions that ensure optimal performance for refrigerated container tracking, fleet IoT, and autonomous vessel operations," said Said Ouissal, CEO and founder of ZEDEDA. "We're excited to collaborate with Maersk as they enable real-time data sharing and analysis at unprecedented speed and reliability." Roll-out of the solution has begun and deployment across all 450 vessels in scope is expected to be completed by Q1 2026. To learn more about ZEDEDA's edge orchestration solutions, visit About ZEDEDA ZEDEDA makes edge computing effortless, open and intrinsically secure—extending the cloud experience to the edge. ZEDEDA reduces the cost of managing and orchestrating distributed edge infrastructure and applications while increasing visibility, security and control. ZEDEDA delivers instant time to value, has tens of thousands of nodes under management and is backed by world-class investors with teams in the United States, Germany, India and Abu Dhabi, UAE. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Treble Jin Woozededa@
