Key Takeaways: George Schmitt & Co. is partnering with Wiliot to convert, test and manufacture Gen3 IoT Pixels into BLE-enabled smart labels for logistics, retail, and supply chains. The collaboration supports high-volume production with in-line testing,...
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Auburn Research and Technology Foundation Breaks Ground on New RFID Lab
Key Takeaways: Auburn Research and Technology Foundation has broken ground on a $22 million, 100,000-square-foot RFID Lab facility scheduled to open in summer 2027. The new lab will anchor a 45-acre advanced manufacturing research district focused on RFID, automation,...
IEEE RFID 2026 Event Dates Announced
Key Takeaways: IEEE RFID 2026 will take place June 16–18 in Santa Fe, bringing together global researchers to present new RFID applications and technology. The event will include keynote talks, four tutorials, and an RFID4U certification course designed to support...
MIT, Mecalux Develop an AI-based Simulator to Optimize Inventory Across Warehouses
Key Takeaways: MIT and Mecalux's GENESIS platform optimizes inventory distribution using AI, reducing costs and improving logistics efficiency. The simulator enables real-time tactical planning by analyzing thousands of scenarios in minutes, enhancing decision-making...
Comprion, Giesecke+Devrient Partner for IoT eSIM Solutions
Comprion and Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) have entered into a partnership to provide mutually validated solutions as well as a development and testing environment for SGP.32 based IoT eSIM solutions. Providers and integrators of SGP.32 IoT eSIM solutions can use this...
Walmart, Vusion to Deploy Connected Store Platform Across Mexico
Key Takeaways: Walmart Mexico partners with Vusion to deploy EdgeSense, modernizing store operations with AI and real-time retail data. The initiative positions Walmart Mexico as a leader in retail innovation across Latin America. Walmart de México y Centroamérica is...
Tech Industry Leaders Form the Ambient IoT Alliance
Key takeaways: The Ambient IoT Alliance aims to create a harmonized ecosystem for ambient IoT technologies, promoting innovation and sustainability. Ambient IoT and AI integration promise transformative benefits for supply chains, retail, and healthcare, enhancing...
IEEE Experts Reveal the Future of RFID Innovation: RFID Journal Interview
Key Takeaways: RAIN RFID technology is revolutionizing inventory management, sustainability, and operational efficiency across industries like retail and logistics. The EU's Digital Product Passport initiative leverages RAIN RFID for lifetime traceability, enhancing...
Tageos Launches World’s First FlexIC-based RFID Product Lines
Key Takeaways Tageos and Pragmatic Semiconductor introduce sustainable NFC inlays, reducing carbon footprint and enabling scalable digital product identity. The EOS-932 Zero Lite PR1301 supports seamless integration into packaging, enhancing consumer engagement and...
Identiv Expands ID-Safe NFC Tag Portfolio
Key Takeaways: Identiv's ID-Safe NFC tags ensure product authenticity, tamper detection, and secure traceability across various industries. The portfolio includes tamper-evident and tamper-proof tags, enhancing trust and security throughout the product lifecycle....
Avery Dennison Makes $75M Investment in Wiliot
Key Takeaways Avery Dennison invested $75 million in Wiliot to expand its sensor technology portfolio and accelerate the adoption of Physical AI in global supply chains. The deal establishes Avery Dennison as Wiliot's preferred commercial partner, combining passive...
How UPS is Redefining Logistics with RFID Innovation
Key Takeaways RFID technology expansion by UPS enhances package tracking, offering real-time visibility and reliability for customers. UPS invests over $100 million in RFID, setting a new benchmark for global logistics with automated, smarter supply chains. On April...












