Gophr Uses Wireless Sensors to Map Pollution
The London delivery service provider is collaborating with technology companies to equip bicycle couriers with Bluetooth-enabled sensors in order to understand the cyclists’ exposure to harmful emissions.
IoT News Roundup
Machina Research lowers IoT growth forecast; Verizon steers toward connected transportation with logistics industry buys; Murata announces new LoRa module; NIST issues security-focused IoT report; new product and features from Loopd.
What Does Brexit Mean for the Internet of Things?
Britain’s exit from the European Union is creating massive uncertainty for the U.K. economy. Technology firms, including IoT players, face potential challenges to their markets, funding and workforces, but they can also take advantage of fresh opportunities.
RFID News Roundup
Century RFID releases Commando IT tag, Metalion L printable RFID label ••• Denso intros new handheld UHF RFID reader ••• STMicroelectronics acquires ams’ NFC and UHF RFID reader assets ••• Auburn University’s RFID Lab installs PLUS Location Systems’ RTLS ••• Infinite RF Holdings merges with L-Com ••• GS1 Australia launches implementation guidelines for apparel, footwear sectors.
Project Turns Bicycle Couriers into IoT Nodes
In London, a delivery service is collaborating with technology companies to equip bicycle couriers with air-pollution sensors in order to understand the cyclists’ exposure to harmful emissions.