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The North American IoT Connectivity Market: From Legacy Networks to 5G RedCap

North American IoT connectivity market

As 3G sunsets become a completed chapter and 4G infrastructure begins yielding spectrum to 5G expansion, IoT OEMs are entering a new era defined not just by faster speeds, but by architectural evolution. Standalone 5G cores, network slicing, ultra-low latency, enhanced security framew …

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Bring Your Own Cellular Connectivity: How Reliable Connections Strengthen Security and Support for IoT Devices

IoT security and connectivity

As connected devices become foundational to how businesses operate, expectations around security, reliability, and control have changed dramatically. IoT technology is no longer a futuristic or experimental prospect, relegated to speculative visions of a future governed by autonomous …

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PSM and eDRX Explained: Power-Saving Network Features for IoT Devices

IoT battery power

Battery life is a critical component for successful IoT deployments. Modern IoT deployments require lifetimes measured in years, not months. For devices that demand unattended operation, energy efficiency is mission-critical. Whether monitoring soil conditions for agricultural crops i …

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Expanding IoT Connectivity Worldwide: Taking North American Deployments Global

global IoT connectivity

Valued at $864.32 billion in 2025, the global IoT market is an enormous driver of revenue and innovation worldwide. Demand for internet-connected solutions is only continuing to surge as populations rise, infrastructure modernizes, and urbanization increases city density. Sensors are …

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Mobile IoT Connectivity Explained: Challenges and Solutions for Global Deployments

mobile IoT deployment in a city

Mobile IoT devices are tasked with traversing unpredictable environments, crossing coverage zones, and encountering fluctuating signal conditions, all while maintaining continuous uptime, seamless performance, and minimized power consumption. These devices must remain continuously rea …

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Building a Sustainable Future with IoT Technology

farmer using IoT technology to survey crops

IoT technology is one of the most powerful tools in the global quest for sustainability. IoT devices create opportunities for real-time, data-driven decisions, expanded worldwide connectivity and communication, and increased transparency across industries.

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The Advantages of Cellular Connectivity for Stationary IoT Devices

stationary IoT security camera device

Many IoT devices operate from fixed locations, quietly driving automation, data collection, and insight across industries. These stationary IoT devices form the backbone of connected infrastructure in retail, agriculture, manufacturing, and smart cities, and they depend on reliable, s …

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5G RedCap and the Future of IoT Connectivity

cellular tower for iot connectivity

As billions of connected devices continue to shape modern life, IoT manufacturers face a constant challenge: how to balance performance, cost, and efficiency without overwhelming networks or inflating device expenses. 5G RedCap offers the solution. Positioned as a streamlined version …

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Can You Future-Proof Your IoT Strategy? A Roadmap for Long-Term Success

futuristic analytical report

Internet-connected objects increasingly dominate both professional and personal spaces. From consumer IoT devices for smart homes to industrial IoT technology for manufacturing operations, the future is shaped by IoT. IoT manufacturers are responsible for designing devices that remain …

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LPWANs for IoT Connectivity: A Comprehensive Guide

LPWANs

The explosion of IoT devices has driven demand for wireless networks that can cost-effectively and efficiently connect vast fleets of devices across challenging geographies. LPWANs (Low-Power Wide-Area Networks) are purpose-built wireless technologies designed for low-bandwidth, long- …

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What is Multi-Network Connectivity? A Comprehensive Guide

What is Multi-Network Connectivity? A Comprehensive Guide

With multi-network connectivity, IoT devices connect seamlessly and operate across multiple cellular networks. Multi-network SIM strategies ensure IoT devices maintain reliable, uninterrupted coverage as they move between geographical locations or encounter network disruptions. By red …

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What is GSMA SGP.32 for eSIMs?

What is GSMA SGP.32 for eSIMs?

GSMA SGP.32 is a transformative standard designed to streamline eSIM remote provisioning for IoT. It introduces simplified device architecture, autonomous profile management, and cloud-native scalability, laying the foundation for global, zero-touch IoT deployments.

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