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The wealth gap in internet access persists and the gender gap is growing, the ITU says
Smartphones could be caught up in a plan to require licensing of exports of cyber-surveillance tools
Decentralized ad hoc networks, the kind we’re likely to see more of as IoT use increases, could self-discover their network size by copying ant colony behavior
Early benefits include a better understanding of what is happening on the shop floor, but automation is the goal. And there are organizational implications for IT
Many companies are adopting IoT without knowing if it will help their business
Bluetooth-enabled beacons running on ambient light, along with an augmented reality mobile app, help commuters navigate confusing subway stations
The acquisition would give SoftBank a strong presence in the smartphone and IoT markets
Virtual reality and augmented reality are growing in popularity, with the most recent example being Pokémon Go. But are today’s networks prepared?
The US is the first nation to set aside spectrum for 5G services
GE to hold its first Predix developers conference this month in Las Vegas