eSIM or eUICC (Embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Card)  the next evolution of the SIM card, it offers users the ability to change service provider over-the-air (OTA), without needing to physically change the embedded SIM card itself. eUICC represents the most radical change in over two decades of GSM connectivity, in terms of how customers can select and change service provider profiles based on the criteria or business rules of their choosing.

IoT moves to large deployments

The IoT market is set for continued robust growth up to 2030, writes Robin Duke-Woolley, the chief executive of Beecham Research. According to Statista, almost 30 billion IoT devices are expected to be connected by 2030, up from nearly ten billion in 2020 – a CAGR of nearly 12% over the decade. This includes both

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Part 8 – Remote SIM Provisioning

Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP) stands as a transformative development in telecommunications, reshaping how devices connect to and interact with mobile networks. This technology builds upon the advancements of traditional SIM, eSIM and eUICC technologies, offering an innovative approach to managing mobile network subscriptions. RSP enables users and devices to connect to any network provider remotely,

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Part 7 – iSIM Technology

Integrated SIM (iSIM) technology emerges as the latest advancement in the realm of telecommunications, pushing the boundaries of integrated connectivity further than ever before. Building on the foundation laid by its predecessors, including the traditional SIM, eSIM, and eUICC technologies, iSIM represents a significant leap towards more efficient, secure, and streamlined mobile and IoT device

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Part 6 – eUICC Technology

Embedded universal integrated circuit card (eUICC) technology represents a significant leap forward in the evolution of SIM card capabilities, setting a new standard for flexibility, efficiency and global connectivity. As an advanced form of embedded SIM (eSIM), eUICC technology offers the dynamic ability to manage multiple network profiles and switch between them remotely, without the

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Part 5 – Embedded SIM (eSIM)

The evolution of SIM card technology reached a significant milestone with the introduction of the embedded SIM, or eSIM. This innovative technology represents a paradigm shift in mobile connectivity, moving away from the physical SIM cards to a fully integrated solution. eSIMs mark the beginning of a new era in telecommunications, offering unprecedented flexibility, improved

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IoT demands greater simplification, more orchestration and the right level of security for each use case

Robin Duke-Woolley, the chief executive of Beecham Research, recently had a video interview with Remi de Fouchier, the vice president of strategy, marketing and innovation at Thales’ Digital Identity and Security Business, which can be viewed here. In the interview, de Fouchier shared his response to the latest trends in IoT and highlighted how Thales

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Lte-m connections to reach 500 million in 2028

New research from roaming and connectivity experts Kaleido Intelligence has forecast that total active LTE-M connections will reach over 500 million in 2028, representing growth of 43% CAGR between 2023 and 2028.

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TEAL and Kigen partner for initial GSMA-certified eSIM platform in the US

TEAL, the first US-based eSIM platform to be certified by the GSMA, is partnering with Kigen to make available a version of the Kigen eSIM operating system (OS) with SGP.32-ready features, preloaded with TEAL’s in-house SGP.32 cloud platforms (eIM, SM-DS). The partnership supports original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and machine-to-machine (M2M) customers that will soon transition

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Neue and Kigen offers sensor-as-a-service for IoT development

Neue announces its sensor as a service offering that integrates a security out-of-the-box from Kigen to reduce product development hurdles for companies seeking cutting-edge connectivity solutions, enabling the development of connected products. The combination of the answers that address two principal challenges faced by product designers looking to industrialise always-on, connected products, the no-code, quick

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Streamline SIM technology for APAC IoT applications

Compared to other industries in APAC, which are at the forefront of innovation, digital transformation in the IoT space in Asia Pacific (APAC) has experienced slow progress. But in a post-pandemic landscape, the forecasted reality for the next decade is quite different. Here, Hamish White, CEO of eSIM service provider Mobilise, explains the technology required

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Why do we need iSIM in the IoT market?

The landscape of SIM card technology is undergoing a shift with the emergence of iSIM (integrated SIM). In contrast to traditional eSIMs and physical SIM cards, iSIMs are virtual and embedded directly into device hardware. Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is a company which plays a role in the widespread adoption of iSIM technology by providing expertise and

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eSIM vs. iSIM: Comprehensive comparison and key differences explained

iSIM and eSIM are both technologies related to the SIM cards used in mobile devices, but they serve different purposes and have different characteristics. Here’s a breakdown of the differences between the two.

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Navigating the Future of IoT with Advanced APNs

In an age where the Internet of Things (IoT) is reshaping the digital landscape, the question remains: How do we accomplish IoT connectivity services that fit very different scenarios? Everything from providing a global unified connectivity to enabling smaller domestic customers with a secure but cost-effective service delivery.

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floLIVE secures $47mn in funding for hyperlocal global network

floLIVE announced that it has raised $47 million (€44.14 million) in a Series C round of funding. The round was co-led by Greenfield Partners and existing investor 83North, with Qualcomm Ventures, Dell Technologies Capital, Saban Ventures, and Hazelnut Partners participating in the round.

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Nordic cellular IoT solar asset tracker provides a minimum of eight years of maintenance-free operation

Grandcentrix, a Vodafone company and a Nordic Semiconductor design and solution partner, is using Nordic’s nRF9160 low power system-in-package (SiP) with integrated LTE-M (long term evolution for machines) /NB-IoT modem and GNSS at the heart of its ‘Vodafone Asset Solar’ asset tracker. The asset tracker employs a photovoltaic (‘solar’) panel charging a 3.6 V, 1100 mAh NiMH

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5G, eSIM are must for IoT enterprises, says Omdia

IoT deployments play an important role in many enterprises’ digital transformation strategies, yielding benefits such as productivity gains, costs savings, and achieving environmental sustainability goals. As a result, enterprises continue to increase their spending on IoT solutions and are expanding deployments, according to the Omdia internet of things (IoT) enterprise survey. The results showed that

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