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BlackBerry have announced DTSec, a medical device cybersecurity standard created and managed by an international, non-profit consortium, led by the BlackBerry CHACE team.
Luxoft Holding today announced that its CVNAR computer vision and augmented reality software framework was successfully used in a demonstration of ADAS and automated driving capabilities presented by QNX at CES 2016.
Samsung has sent out invitations to an "Unpacked" launch event on Sunday, February 21 in Barcelona, Spain, where it is expected to unveil its new Galaxy S7 devices.
Google has announced a number of changes for Android Wear-powered smartwatches that make controlling things easier from your wrist.
Salted Venture, a startup supported by Samsung, is to debut IOFIT smart shoes at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2016 next week.
QNX today demonstrated the QNX SDK for Bluetooth Connectivity, a new middleware solution for medical devices, industrial automation systems, consumer appliances, and other embedded system applications.
QNX, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, today announced that SWARCO TRAFFIC SYSTEMS has chosen the QNX Neutrino Realtime OS for its ACTROS family of traffic light controllers.
BlackBerry will be unveiling "BlackBerry Radar", their new end-to-end asset tracking system at the 2016 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS).
Qualcomm today announced that it will be launching a new virtual reality (VR) software development kit (SDK).
Samsung today announced their latest fashion collaboration with the renowned and glamorous jewelry and watchmaker, de GRISOGONO.
The LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE – the first Android Wear smartwatch with cellular connectivity that lets you make and receive calls right from your wrist – is now available for pre-order at AT&T and Verizon stores and online.
Today, at the 2016 Mid-America Trucking Show, BlackBerry unveiled BlackBerry Radar, a new end-to-end asset tracking system for trucking companies and private fleet operators.
Atom Bank, the UK’s first bank designed for digital and optimised for mobile, has announced its regulatory restriction has been lifted, and as of today opens its virtual doors.
HTC is providing more consumers with the ability to experience virtual reality with its Vive system first hand through a relationship with Microsoft stores and GameStop locations across the U.S. and in Canada.
QNX, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, today announced that Servomex Group, a world leader in gas analysis technology, has chosen the QNX Neutrino Realtime OS to power its next generation of gas analyzers.
Swytch today announced the launch of weekly tariffs, designed to give users easy access to a temporary mobile number for a short period of time.
Pebble has just announced its third Kickstarter campaign, offering two affordable, heart rate-enabled smartwatches and a hackable, 3G ultra-wearable for phone-free running with GPS and music.
Hyundai is adding smartphone integrations to several existing models today, via do-it-yourself installation. The software update compatible with CarPlay and Android Auto is now available at no cost through MyHyundai.com.
QNX, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, today announced the latest addition to its portfolio of automotive safety products, the QNX Platform for Instrument Clusters.
QNX, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, today announced that its acoustics software for hands-free voice communications has shipped in over 50 million telematics and infotainment systems.
Safran Identity & Security and QNX, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, are presenting a joint demonstration of remote SIM provisioning for connected cars at TU-Automotive Detroit.
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) announced that its next release, coming late 2016 to early 2017, will be called Bluetooth 5 and will include significantly increased range, speed, and broadcast messaging capacity.
To continue refining and improving the user experience for Gear S2 smartwatch users, Samsung has rolled out its third update, focusing on improvements of both ease of use and speed of access.
Ford is expanding its SYNC 3 connectivity platform – allowing compatibility of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – throughout its entire 2017 U.S. vehicle lineup of cars, SUVs, light trucks and electrified vehicles.
Today at VRLA, the world's largest virtual reality expo, the team at Vive announced VIVEPORT, the destination for VR content and experiences.
Vodafone UK has announced that it has signed a 10-year extension to its existing agreement with CSL Dualcom (CSL) to provide a managed Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity platform.
For the first time, industry leaders are leveraging the power of mobile telecommunications to create a community exclusively for drivers and the businesses that serve them.
Google has announced the full integration of Google Cast capability directly into its Chrome browser. This is an advancement from the Cast extension it has offered for the past two years,
Samsung today unveiled the Gear S3, a striking and innovative smartwatch. Inspired by traditional timepieces, the Gear S3 includes IP68 water resistance, mobile payments, LTE connectivity and built-in GPS.
Samsung today unveiled the Gear S3, a striking and innovative smartwatch. Inspired by traditional timepieces, the Gear S3 includes IP68 water resistance, mobile payments, LTE connectivity and built-in GPS.
Today, Apple and Nike introduced Apple Watch Nike+, the latest result of a long-standing partnership. Apple Watch Nike+ is the ultimate tool for anyone who runs.
BlackBerry announced today that its end-to-end asset tracking solution, BlackBerry Radar, has been deployed with Caravan Transport Group.
At Broadband World Forum 2016 (BBWF) D-Link, will showcase an extensive range of technologies that enable service providers to develop and deliver innovative offerings.
Google today announced strategic partnerships with Visa and Mastercard to bring Android Pay to more places on the mobile web.
Samsung today introduced its expanded SAMSUNG ARTIK™ Smart Internet of Things (IoT) platform featuring two new module families, ARTIK 0 and ARTIK 7.
BlackBerry today announced an agreement has been signed with Ford Motor Company for expanded use of BlackBerry's QNX and security software.
Samsung today announced a collaboration with Microsoft on open source projects, such as .NET Core and Xamarin.Forms, to enable .NET support for Tizen.
Ontario is kicking off it's new pilot program to allow for the testing of automated vehicles on Ontario roads.
BlackBerry's announced BlackBerry Secure Thursday, the company's new platform designed to be the foundation that enables the company to move to software and addresses the entire enterprise from end-point to end-point.
Google has announced two updates to their IoT developer platform to make it faster and easier for developers to create smart, connected products.
BlackBerry will open an autonomous driving research center on Monday. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will attend the launch, the prime minister’s office said on Sunday.
As we reported early this morning, John Chen, Executive Chairman and CEO of BlackBerry was joined by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today to unveil the BlackBerry QNX Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Centre (AVIC).
Titanium Transportation has announced Wednesday it is integrating BlackBerry Radar into its entire fleet of trailers to boost efficiencies, increase revenue per trailer and improve profitability.
Fleet graphics provider Modagrafics has announced signing a sales agent agreement with BlackBerry. As BlackBerry’s North American sales partner, Modagrafics can now help equip trucking companies and private fleet operators.
BlackBerry has announced an agreement has been signed with Korea-based Obigo to enhance the browser in your vehicle's infotainment system.
BlackBerry today announced its most advanced and secure embedded operating system (OS) for the automotive industry.
In an integration highlighting the increasing connection between cars and the home, Hyundai is demonstrating compatibility with the company's Blue Link Agent for the Google Assistant.
Fujitsu today launched n software solution that creates a two-way, secure and collaborative digital communication platform between Fujitsu U-Scan Self-Checkout or Fujitsu Fresco POS touch-screen systems and Samsung wearables.
HTC VIVE today announced VR For Impact, a $10 Million program to drive VR content and technologies that will create positive impact and change in support of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
BlackBerry today announced that BlackBerry Secure, the company’s comprehensive approach to security addressing the entire enterprise from end point to end point, is now able to help organizations protect personnel during a crisis.
Samsung today released the second developer preview of Tizen .NET, an application framework for Tizen app developers. Last November, Samsung announced a collaboration with Microsoft on .NET open-source projects such as .NET Core and Xamarin.Forms, and released the first preview of Tizen .NET.
A US District Court jury has awarded half a billion dollars to ZeniMax after finding that Oculus co-founder Palmer Luckey, and by extension Oculus, failed to comply with a non-disclosure agreement he signed.
Peugeot has launched a revolutionary e-commerce capability, the world’s first all-encompassing online car-buying process, under the banner “Order Online by Peugeot”.
At the RSA Conference in the US Monday, Blackberry announced a partnership with ISARA Corporation, a provider of quantum-resistant cryptography. ISARA and InfoSec Global also unveiled the first commercial product offering.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced Amazon Chime, a new unified communications service that makes meetings easier and more efficient than ever before.
LG's webOS 3.5 Security Manager is the first smart TV platform certified for its effective cybersecurity capabilities by UL, one of the world's foremost experts in safety, security and sustainability.
Samsung and Verizon have completed deployment of 5G systems in five U.S. cities in preparation to begin customer trials of 5G technology. The customer trials, beginning in April, will deliver fixed wireless access to customers through 5G connectivity in order to gauge user experiences, evaluate the performance of 5G technologies, and help streamline the delivery of mmWave 5G across various environments.
Qualcomm and LG have announced coordinated efforts to facilitate testing and adoption of 5G and Cellular-V2X (C-V2X) communications into vehicles. Qualcomm Technologies and LG expect to showcase these next-generation wireless.
Samsung has unveiled its end-to-end portfolio of 5G mobile network products and solutions for 2017. Showcased products included consumer devices for fixed wireless access connectivity, a 5G Radio Base Station (5G Access Unit)..
Samsung today announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and the Samsung Galaxy Book, stylishly designed tablets with advanced computing technology offering a premium mobile experience.
ADTRAN has announced that it is building on the early market leadership of its CORD® (Central Office Re-architected as a Datacenter) compliant portfolio and broadening the use cases so these open principles can be applied...
Spirent Communications has successfully completed joint tests with Brocade to showcase 3GPP-compliant NB-IoT solutions. The joint tests utilized the Brocade vC-SGN solution..
Centrify announced today it has expanded support for Windows endpoints — including laptops, desktops and mobile devices ― and joined AppConfig.org to streamline app and device provisioning...
Mazda has announced it will add Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility to its line-up, though timing is still to be confirmed.
Trustonic has become the first vendor globally to achieve Common Criteria security certification for a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) device security product. The certification of Trustonic’s Kinibi TEE paves the way for mass market delivery of trusted services on connected devices.
BlackBerry today announced the addition of a new specialized Value-Added Integrator (VAI) program that will build a worldwide network of experts trained on BlackBerry QNX and Certicom technologies.
Microsoft on Wednesday announced a new patent licensing agreement with Toyota that includes broad coverage for connected car technologies. Today's agreement builds on Toyota and Microsoft's strong partnership.
Samsung today announced Samsung DeX, designed to improve productivity for mobile professionals while reducing the need to carry multiple computing devices.
Samsung today released the third developer preview of Tizen .NET, an application framework for Tizen app developers.
As part of its continued commitment to secure the Enterprise of Things, BlackBerry today announced that it has expanded its licensing strategy beyond smartphones to secure additional endpoints.
Emtek Group has announced a strategic partnership with Alibaba’s digital payments company Ant Financial. The two companies will develop a suite of financial services, which includes a mobile payments platform that will debut on BBM.
BlackBerry is addressing safety and security, two of the most important factors for next-generation connected and autonomous vehicle software, with the launch of QNX Hypervisor 2.0.
In Australia, Briggs Communications has partnered with BlackBerry's AtHoc to launch a mass incident alerting and communication solution for Melbourne's major venues and organisations; enabling them to communicate during a critical incident.
BlackBerry and VoxSmart, are announcing today the companies have partnered to help financial services firms comply on time with the European Union's Markets in Financial Instruments Directive ("MiFID II").
At the beginning of 2017, Samsung entered the animal health care industry with the launch of its PT10V device, a point-of-care (POC) blood analyzer for pets. Unveiled at the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) Conference in Orlando, Florida, the PT10V was selected by the NAVC.
Radware, a provider of cyber security and application delivery solutions, has announced that its OEM agreement with Nokia now includes Radware’s Attack Mitigation products.
Samsung is taking another step forward towards helping people get more out of their connected lives by introducing Bixby voice capabilities for U.S. English in the United States and Korea.
Back in June, Briggs Communications partnered with BlackBerry's AtHoc to launch a mass incident alerting and communication solution for Melbourne's (Australia) major venues and organisations.
On July 29 Russian president Vladimir Putin formally signed a law prohibiting the use of virtual private networks (VPNs) and other internet proxy services. The law was published on July 30, and will be implemented from November 1.
Samsung today announced Samsung ARTIK™ Cloud Monetization for the Internet of Things (IoT), a new service to monetize the data shared by IoT devices and enable an IoT data economy.
Samsung America and Live Nation will broadcast Coldplay’s “A Head Full of Dreams Tour” live in virtual reality from Chicago’s Soldier Field for the first time ever.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is emerging as one of the most significant developments of our time. The Enterprise of Things is the range of IoT devices connecting to the enterprise that need to be secured, managed, and enabled by IT.
Galaxy Studios transport visitors to a one-stop experience of mobile connectivity, where they can try out Samsung’s latest devices such as the Galaxy S8 and S8+, Gear VR with Controller and Gear 360.
Unified communications provider Swyx has further improved its IP-based communications solution and will present its new version 11 for the first time at its International Partner and Technology Conference on Wednesday, September 27.
Hospitality WiFi provider Airangel has unveiled a new market strategy, to increase its channel based sales and enter markets such as the expanding private rentals sector, in response to increased customer demand and growth.
Huawei has unveiled its very first mobile AI assistant in Berlin, Germany. The introduction of the mobile AI assistant is considered a bold and ambitious move for the company as it aims to rival the dominance of Bixby and Siri.
BlackBerry Mobile has pushed out a new promotional video for the BlackBerry KEYone, highlighting the fact that the Android-powered smartphone is compatible with Android Auto.
BlackBerry and Fleet Complete have entered into a reselling partnership that will expand Fleet Complete's current fleet tracking and monitoring solution.
Delphi Automotive and BlackBerry have announced a new partnership on a software operating system for self-driving cars. Delphi already has developed a turnkey self-driving system called CSLP
Amazon today announced Echo Spot, the newest addition to the Echo family. Echo Spot delivers everything Alexa with a smaller design and the added convenience of a circular screen so that Alexa can show you things.
Amazon today announced that Echo Show is coming to the UK. Echo Show is available to pre-order now for £199.99 and starts shipping to customers from 16th November.
BlackBerry today announced the company has signed its first BlackBerry Secure licensing deal with Yangzhou New Telecom Science and Technology Company (NTD), a Yangzhou and Beijing based electronics design firm.
Back in December of last year, Titanium Transportation announced that it was to integrate BlackBerry Radar into its entire fleet of trailers to boost efficiencies, increase revenue per trailer and improve profitability.
BlackBerry and Tokyo Electron Device Limited (TED) announced today they have signed a new sales and distribution agreement, which will provide device manufacturers in Japan with access to BlackBerry's QNX SDP 7.0
BlackBerry today announced that Yanfeng Visteon, a global Tier 1 automotive supplier, has selected the company's safety-certified QNX Platform for Instrument Clusters 1.0 software for a digital instrument cluster project.
Google today revealed two additions to the Google Home family today - Google Home Mini, a smaller, more affordable version of its Google Home voice activated assistant as well as Google Home Max, a higher-end version.
The test drive of a BlackBerry QNX-equipped autonomous car in Ottawa's west end today marked the first trial run of a driverless vehicle on a public street in Canada.
At the BlackBerry Security Summit in London today, in addition to launching a new cybersecurity consulting services aimed at enabling the enterprise GDPR compliance,
Tata Elxsi and BlackBerry today announced they are partnering to help companies design and develop secure, mission-critical solutions for industries such as automotive, industrial, medical and network communication using QNX.
BlackBerry is expanding its network of embedded technology experts with two new partners in Japan - Fujisoft Incorporated and Hitachi Industry & Control Solutions.
BlackBerry and Crisis Shield have announced that three leading Australian organizations have joined the partners' people safety initiative, 'The Melbourne Shield'.
BlackBerry today announced the launch of The Crisis Communications Specialization, a new opportunity for BlackBerry Solution Providers. The Crisis Communications Specialization is built on BlackBerry AtHoc
While the integration of technology and connectivity in automobiles greatly improves the driving experience, it also creates complex cybersecurity challenges for automakers.
Back in May of this year, BlackBerry reached an agreement with Qualcomm resolving all amounts payable in connection with an interim arbitration decision.
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) announced today that BlackBerry Executive Chairman & CEO John Chen will deliver a keynote address to the conference live from the Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan.
BlackBerry and DENSO Corp announced today the companies have jointly developed the world's first integrated HMI (Human Machine Interface) platform. Intel also collaborated in the development of this product.
BlackBerry and Pana-Pacific announced today that BlackBerry Radar, an asset tracking solution that provides unparalleled visibility into cargo and mobile fleet assets, is now available to more than 2,800 heavy-duty truck dealerships across North America.
BlackBerry Radar continues to partner with many companies. In addition to yesterdays announcement with Pana-Pacific, BlackBerry and Fleet Complete announced today an expansion of their partnership with the purchase of BlackBerry Radar-M devices for BigRoad
EE today switched on 8 new superfast 4G mobile sites in Galloway and West Dumfries. The new sites provide 4G to large sections of roads that previously had no mobile coverage, including the A702, A713, A716, A747, A746, B793, B7005, and the B7052.
BlackBerry and Chinese firm Baidu announced today that the two companies will collaborate to accelerate the deployment of connected and autonomous vehicle technology for automotive OEMs and suppliers worldwide.
Molex announced today it has teamed up with BlackBerry on the development of a 10 Gbps Ethernet Automotive Networking platform designed to increase data bandwidth in intelligent connected vehicles.
Haier has announced an expanded partnership with Google to launch multiple series of Google Android TV products globally in 2018. With Android TV, your favorite content is always front and center. So whether you're looking for a new show to binge watch.
In a keynote address at the North American International Automotive Show (NAIAS), BlackBerry Executive Chairman and CEO, John Chen, unveiled BlackBerry Jarvis, a transformational software cybersecurity product.
Automakers and suppliers must make enhancing cybersecurity a key focus of their cultures if the connected, autonomous vehicles of the future are to be safe.
EE today announced it will offer HomePod, Apple's wireless speaker for the home that delivers an incredible music listening experience on Friday 9 February. Customers are able to order HomePod from today with delivery starting on Friday 9 February.
Honeywell and LG have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a unique automotive software technology and infrastructure solution to address threats associated with the increase in vehicle connectivity technology.
CNH Industrial and Microsoft today announced a new Digital Transformation project, aimed at empowering customers of CNH Industrial's global agricultural brands, Case IH and New Holland Agriculture, and its commercial vehicles brand IVECO
