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How Would the FCC’s Repeal of Net Neutrality Regulation Impact the Internet of Things?

How Would the FCC’s Repeal of Net Neutrality Regulation Impact the Internet of Things?

The IoT was largely built during a period of guaranteed equal access to connectivity. What would happen to it if the FCC repeals "net neutrality" regulations?


News Nov 24, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Creating a Better User Experience in Wearable Devices: The STM32L4+ from ST Micro

Creating a Better User Experience in Wearable Devices: The STM32L4+ from ST Micro

This News Brief takes a look at the STM32L4+ with advanced graphics capabilities from STMicroelectronics.


The IoT for Insurance Companies and How They Use Data

The IoT for Insurance Companies and How They Use Data

A new report details how insurance companies are positioned for change.


Wide Input Voltage Range in a Small 6-Pin Package: ON Semi’s New LED Dimmer

Wide Input Voltage Range in a Small 6-Pin Package: ON Semi’s New LED Dimmer

Take a look at ON Semiconductor's new LED constant-current dimmer, which is designed for middle- to high-power LED lighting applications.


News Nov 21, 2017 by Nick Davis
Computing on the Fringes: How Edge Computing and Fog Computing Are Changing How We Use the IoT

Computing on the Fringes: How Edge Computing and Fog Computing Are Changing How We Use the IoT

"Edge computing" is a concept that can be seen as an extension of now ubiquitous Cloud Computing and Internet of Things (IoT)—and it's a domain that's gaining importance.


News Nov 20, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Medigate’s IoT Platform for Medical Device Security Receives $5.35 Million in Seed Funding

Medigate’s IoT Platform for Medical Device Security Receives $5.35 Million in Seed Funding

Medigate’s medical device security platform may offer solution for connected devices.


EMI Compliance: A New Customizable Spread Spectrum Oscillator from SiTime

EMI Compliance: A New Customizable Spread Spectrum Oscillator from SiTime

SiTime announces their new spread spectrum oscillator that is advertised to ensure emissions compliance.


News Nov 17, 2017 by Nick Davis
2017’s Parade of Ransomware and Malware Attacks Will Continue Through 2018, Says IT Security Firm

2017’s Parade of Ransomware and Malware Attacks Will Continue Through 2018, Says IT Security Firm

SophosLabs recently released a report on malware in 2017 in which it projected that malware and ransomware attacks are likely to continue to be a blight in 2018.


News Nov 16, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
A nanoPower and Tiny Voltage Supervisor from Maxim (and They Aren’t Kidding about the “Tiny”)

A nanoPower and Tiny Voltage Supervisor from Maxim (and They Aren’t Kidding about the “Tiny”)

A look at the MAX16140—a tiny device that uses a tiny amount of current, but one that promises a lot.


News Nov 15, 2017 by Nick Davis
IEEE’s 1735 Encryption May Allow Oracle Attacks, Trojan Hardwares, and Licensing Modifications

IEEE’s 1735 Encryption May Allow Oracle Attacks, Trojan Hardwares, and Licensing Modifications

Researchers at the University of Florida have discovered flaws in the IEEE 1735 encryption standard used to protect intellectual property (IP) on SoCs. This standard is used by many major semiconductor companies including Xilinx and Synopsys.


News Nov 14, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Google Home Mini

Teardown Tuesday: Google Home Mini

In this teardown, we inspect the guts of Google’s voice-activated home assistant, the Google Home Mini.


News Nov 14, 2017 by Nick Davis
A New Multi-Pixel Metal-Oxide Gas Sensor with an I2C Interface in a Small Package

A New Multi-Pixel Metal-Oxide Gas Sensor with an I2C Interface in a Small Package

Sensirion touts long-term stability and increased robustness from their new SGP metal-oxide gas sensor, which is aimed at indoor air quality applications.


News Nov 13, 2017 by Nick Davis
SiFive Adds Flex Logix eFPGA IPs to DesignShare Initiative

SiFive Adds Flex Logix eFPGA IPs to DesignShare Initiative

SiFive, the company behind the first RISC-V based SoCs, has recently announced the addition of Flex Logix’s FPGA IP to its DesignShare initiative.


News Nov 12, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
What Some Big Cities are Doing About Driverless Cars

What Some Big Cities are Doing About Driverless Cars

Urban planning has to better account for developments in autonomous vehicles.


Paro and AIBO Robots Offer Human-Digital Companionship

Paro and AIBO Robots Offer Human-Digital Companionship

What is the point of a robotic pet? Is it just another expensive gadget, or is there possibly a deeper value to an electronic companion? This article looks at some of the robotic and virtual companions available on the market.


News Nov 10, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
A New Analog Accelerometer for Industrial Applications

A New Analog Accelerometer for Industrial Applications

Some accelerometers are designed for industrial applications, and some are easier to use than others.


News Nov 09, 2017 by Nick Davis
Two New Cyber Acts in the USA Address IoT Security

Two New Cyber Acts in the USA Address IoT Security

Lawmakers in the U.S. government appear to be taking more of an interest in IoT security. It’s a topic of concern for the cybersecurity community, as increasingly more devices are connected to the internet, many with potentially invasive sensors and cameras. Many of these devices are operated by non-tech-savvy users who may not know how to maintain their own device security.


News Nov 08, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Apple’s iPhone 6s

Teardown Tuesday: Apple’s iPhone 6s

In this teardown, we rip into an Apple iPhone 6s, and I’m super excited to see the guts of this ultra-high-tech device.


News Nov 07, 2017 by Nick Davis
Smart Home Security Raises Questions as New Products Enter Marketplace

Smart Home Security Raises Questions as New Products Enter Marketplace

Amazon’s recent announcement has consumers wondering exactly how safe their smart homes are.


MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

More natural and immersive user interfaces will allow sensors to cater to a myriad of new applications.


News Nov 06, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad