Infrastructure Networks

Edge Computing is the Foundation for Scaled Smart Cities. How Can the Industry Accelerate Adoption?

As cities globally accelerate their transformation into “smart cities,” the integration of a capable computing ecosystem to complement smart city initiatives has become an important part of smart city success. How critical will edge computing be in that ecosystem, and in the facilitation of today’s and tomorrow’s smart city projects, especially with where smart…

Transforming the Way We Fly: Meandair’s Vision for the Future of Aviation

Meandair’s Turbulence4D provides precise weather and turbulence data, enhancing flight safety. Delivering these services to aircraft necessitates a robust network, which is where SmartSky Networks excels. Clear air turbulence (CAT) is challenging to forecast due to its complex relationship with other weather phenomena. Meander acknowledges this difficulty and acknowledges the variations in CAT at different…

The Deployment of IoT Over Cellular Networks

There is a gap between the promise of IoT and what is getting delivered. Some of the shortfalls could stem from the supply chain. Solution? Ivo Rook, COO, President at 1NCE, said the answer could lie in the effective utilization of cellular networks.  The challenge with traditional cellular networks and IoT is compliance. “Cellular networks…

Does 5G Really Need Fiber to Thrive?

Key Points: Fiber is more reliable and can carry the signal over longer distances compared to other technologies. Fiber enables symmetrical download speeds and upload speeds and has unlimited information carrying capacity. If the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is passed by Congress, the broadband industry will receive a $65 billion investment. Commentary: There…

Is the Digital Transformation Opening Our Infrastructure to Cyber Attacks?

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

How Can Smart Cities Elevate Cybersecurity Efforts?

Striking a balance on cybersecurity in smart cities is tough. It falls somewhere between implementing connected technology that is interoperable enough to be functional and not so open source that it’s open for vulnerabilities. On this episode of MarketScale TV, live from the MarketScale Tradeshow Booth, Voice of B2B Daniel Litwin talked with Paul…

Exploring the Expansion of 5G Networks into Space

For defense contractor Lockheed Martin, space represents valuable terrain, a frontier with infinite possibilities. Recently, the defense contractor announced a partnership with satellite start-up Omnispace. Their mission: To develop a network of 5G infrastructure in space. This groundbreaking operation poses multiple questions. What drivers are behind the partners’ decision to make space the place for…

MarketScale Industrial IoT 02/15/19: Connecting Daytona

When a sporting event is taking place, very few people stop to consider everything going on behind the scenes to allow the event to go off without a hitch. On today’s episode of the Industrial IoT Podcast, we talk to a company that is responsible for providing wifi for some of the largest events…

MarketScale Industrial IoT 01/10/19: Beacon Technology & Private LTE

This week’s episode of the MarketScale IoT podcast features conversations with two industry experts who are using their knowledge to bring innovation to the industry. Correspondent Shelby Skrhak caught up with David Gilley, the Assistant Vice President of Business Development and Strategy at Encore Networks. He discusses the use of private LTE networks by…