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| Zigbee Dotdot Spec to Run Over Thread's IP Network The Zigbee Alliance and Thread Group have announced the availability of the Dotdot specification over Thread's IP network. This enables developers to confidently use an established, open and interoperable IoT language over a low-power wireless Internet Protocol (IP) network. This is expected to help unify the fragmented connected device industry and unlock new markets. Dotdot is the Zigbee Alliance's universal language for the IoT, making it possible for smart objects to work together on any network. Thread is the Thread Group's open, IPv6-based, low-power, secure and future-proof mesh networking technology for IoT products. These two organizations have come together to deliver a mature, scalable solution for IoT interoperability that isn't confined to single-vendor ecosystems or technologies. With Dotdot over Thread, product and platform vendors can ensure the high-quality, interoperable user experiences needed to drive growth, while IP allows vendors to maintain a direct connection to their device. Microsoft IoT Central Gets Public Preview Microsoft has launched the public preview of Microsoft IoT Central. The company claims Microsoft IoT Central is the first true highly scalable IoT software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that offers built-in support for IoT best practices and world-class security. Microsoft IoT Central enables companies to build production-grade IoT applications in hours-without having to manage all the necessary back-end infrastructure or learn new skills. According to the company, Microsoft IoT Central takes the hassle out of creating an IoT solution by eliminating the complexities of initial setup as well as the management burden and operational overhead of a typical IoT project. That means users can bring their connected product vision to life faster while staying focused on their customers and products. The complete IoT solution lets users seamlessly scale from a few to millions of connected devices as IoT needs grow. Moreover, it removes guesswork thanks to simple and comprehensive pricing that makes it easier to plan IoT investments. |
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The Internet of Things Security Foundation (IoTSF) announced that it has updated its IoT Security Compliance Framework to Release 1.1. The Framework was created by security practitioners and aimed at product developers, manufacturers and supply chain managers. This release details 204 controls across 14 themes that businesses can use to ensure their consumer category products are IoT ready. A companion questionnaire is also supplied and provides a simple mechanism for  documenting requirement responses. IoTSF also extended its best practice guidance for connected consumer products to include logging and software update policy as part of its review. The framework, questionnaire and best practice guidelines are available to download for free from the IoTSF website. Users are also invited to use the Best Practice User Mark to inform their public that they observe security best practices in their organizations.
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NXP Semiconductors has announced a strategic partnership with Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing and business unit of Alibaba Group. The two companies are working together to enable development of secure smart devices for edge computing applications and have plans to further develop solutions for the IoT. As part of the partnership, AliOS Things, the Alibaba IoT operating system has been integrated onto NXP applications processors, microcontroller chips and Layerscape multicore processors. Both NXP's i.MX and Layerscape processors are currently the only embedded systems on the market using the Alibaba Cloud TEE OS platform. The new solution benefits various markets including automotive, smart retail and smart home. And it is currently being applied in applications such as automotive entertainment and infotainment systems, QR code payment scanning applications and smart home speakers.
Multi-Service IoT Gateways are Automotive-Grade
Eurotech has expanded its range of Multi-Service IoT Gateways with the launch of the DynaGATE 10-12 and the announcement of the DynaGATE 10-06. Both systems are carrier pre-certified, with an integrated LTE Cat 1 cellular, GPS, Wi-Fi, BLE, E-Mark and SAE/J1455 certifications and a -40 ºC to +85 ºC operating temperature. The DynaGATE 10-12 is a low-power gateway based on the TI AM335X Cortex-A8 (Sitara) processor family, with 1 GB RAM and 4 GB eMMC. It features a 6 to 36 VDC power supply with transient protection and vehicle ignition sense, 2x protected RS-232/RS-485 serial ports, 2x CAN bus interfaces, 3x noise and surge protected USB ports and 4x isolated digital I/Os. The DynaGATE 10-12 is suitable for on-board applications, with a metal enclosure, high retention connectors and screw-flange terminal blocks. The connectivity capabilities of the DynaGATE 10-12 include an internal LTE Cat 1 modem with dual Micro-SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, 2x Fast Ethernet ports and an internal GPS for precise geolocation. The DynaGATE 10-06 (shown) is an IP67, heavy-duty IoT gateway for automotive applications. It features an internal battery that provides minutes of uninterrupted operation in case of power failure. Based on the NXP i.MX 6UltraLite Cortex-A7 processor, with 512 MB RAM and 4 GB eMMC, the DynaGATE 10-06 features a 6 V to 36 V power supply with protections and vehicle ignition sense, 3x protected RS-232/RS-485 serial ports, 2x CAN bus interfaces, 1x noise and surge protected USB port and 2x protected digital I/O. All these interfaces are available through a rugged AMPSEAL connector.
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