- In August 2023, Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the acquisition of Sequans Communications S.A. for approximately USD 249 million. In this strategic acquisition, Renesas aimed at strengthening its IoT solutions by integrating Sequans' 5G/4G cellular IoT technology. In the move, Renesas expects to accelerate its entry into the Wide Area Network (WAN) market, addressing the rising demand for smart meters, asset tracking, smart homes, and connected vehicles
- In April 2023, Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced the RH1NS200 NB-IoT chipset designed for the Indian market. In this LTE NB-IoT modem chipset, it is optimized for major Indian telecom carriers and is expected to support the rapidly growing smart metering market, which anticipates 250 million units over the next five years. In the RH1NS200, ultra-low power consumption and integrated security elements make it ideal for applications such as asset tracking and security
- In January 2023, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Echelon Edge formed a partnership to build a private 5G network for enterprise customers. In the agreement, Echelon Edge will serve as a captive non-public network provider (CNPNP) and offer private LTE and 5G services using the BSNL spectrum. In this collaboration, the company will construct and operate private networks for corporate clients in partnership with the telecom operator
- In February 2023, Soracom and UnaBiz unveiled a groundbreaking LTE-M IoT button, utilizing Soracom's eSIM technology and cloud-native connectivity platform. In this innovative IoT solution, the button offers a configurable design that, with a single press, transmits data to the Soracom or UnaBiz platforms. In this development, the button enhances the functionality and versatility of IoT deployments, offering a simplified approach to various applications
- In August 2022, Nokia and AT&T Mexico implemented an industrial-grade LTE private wireless network solution at the APM Terminals port in Puerto Progreso, Yucatan. In this solution, utilizing Nokia’s Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) technology, the 4.9G LTE network ensures reliable, high-bandwidth, and low-latency connectivity. In this way, it enables seamless communication across 11.5 hectares of the port, connecting hundreds of personnel, sensors, equipment, and vehicles while boosting network predictability and efficiency
