Deepak Puri
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Deepak Puri is an IoT expert and the cofounder of DemLabs, a SF-based non-profit hub for technology innovation in support of democracy. Formerly he held executive positions at Oracle, Netscape and VMware.
The opinions expressed in this blog are those of Deepak Puri and do not necessarily represent those of IDG Communications Inc. or its parent, subsidiary or affiliated companies.
Oracle's digital twin simplifies design process for complex IoT systems
A wind tunnel for testing IoT devices may never materialize. But IoT designers can come close with some advanced planning and simulation with tools such as Oracle’s digital twin.
Technology helps first responders fight California fires
Sensors, drones, fire-cams, crowdsourcing and geographical information systems all help minimize damage and deaths.
How the Internet of Things can help protect both our safety and right to free speech
IoT solutions can help protect democracy and protesters against being run over.
Measuring how warming oceans fuel stronger hurricanes
Satellites and underwater sensors measure ocean temperatures. Scientists and meteorologists combine this with other weather data to track storms and help prepare for emergencies.
Tech enabled disaster response to Hurricane Harvey
Here’s how Esri Disaster Response Program is helping first responders and the Texas Division of Emergency Management. Information on local conditions such as water levels, flood gauges, road closures and traffic conditions are...
How Atlanta streamlines traffic flows
Real time, crowdsourced data from the Waze mobile app, coupled with geospatial analysis from Esri keeps traffic moving smoothly in the ATL.
SunPower technology powers solar plants using Krypton Cloud
Multiple global operating centers, remote IoT sensors and centralized management deliver over 2.5 GW of solar power.
IoT devices-as-a-service through Angaza's SMS based installment payment plan
IoT devices such as solar panels are often out of the reach of people who need them the most, but do not have the money needed to needed to purchase them. An innovative new approach uses SMS codes to activate devices and keep them...
How IoT faded when net neutrality became ‘pay to play’
A futuristic view of the IoT industry set in 2020 projects how the industry could be impacted if net neutrality is replaced by "pay to play."
Barracuda protects industrial IoT with network-based firewall
Industrial IoT systems using open communication protocols may be vulnerable to attacks through TCP Port 502. Barracuda's NextGen Firewalls can help protect against that.
Underwriters Laboratories creates Living Lab for real-world IoT testing
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) created a real-world home environment to see how IoT devices communicate with one another and solve interoperability issues.
IoT protects fishing fleets and global fisheries with RPMA technology
The Orolia RPMA-based fishing beacon helps fisheries meet the demand for fish while maintaining healthy oceans.
IoT-enabled Delta Gloves help you keep your workout resolutions
PureCarbon’s IoT-enabled Delta Gloves use piezoresistive sensors, Bluetooth and advanced data analytics to track weights lifted and exercises performed.
Ayyeka Sigfox IoT sensors monitor sewage deep underground San Francisco
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission conducted a Smart Sewer pilot with Ayyeka to explore how Internet of Things (IoT) sensors could monitor sewage.
IoT in crime prevention: Balancing justice with privacy
Issues of privacy increase as IoT sensors collect more information about us and criminal investigators seek to use that data as evidence,
Coder turns AWS IoT Button into ACLU donation button
Nathan Pryor programmed the AWS IoT Button to create the ACLU Dash Button, making it easier to donate to the American Civil Liberties Union.
IoT security principles from Homeland Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently issued guidelines for securing the Internet of Things (IoT).
IoT-based precision agriculture reduces the guesswork in farming
Farming involves a lot of uncertainty. What seeds are best suited to a particular soil and weather conditions? When is the right time to plant? What type of fertilizer should be used? Where should it be applied? How much irrigation is...
Surfers crowdsource oceanic data using Smartfin IoT sensors
With Smartfin IoT sensors on their surf boards, surfers are teaming with Lost Bird and the Surfrider Foundation to support oceanic research.