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Giesecke+Devrient unveils compact IoT package tracker

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Giesecke+Devrient has unveiled its new ultra-thin Smart Label, turning any package into an IoT device for enhanced tracking and security.
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Labour unveils plan for 40,000 extra weekly NHS appointments

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Labour unveils a plan to deliver 40,000 extra NHS appointments weekly, focusing on health technologies and efficiency to tackle fiscal challenges.
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VIAVI launches SecurePNT 6200 to enhance global infrastructure resilience

Tue, 14th May 2024
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VIAVI ups global infrastructure resilience with the launch of SecurePNT 6200, a robust timing clock solution offering comprehensive positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) assurance.
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'Invisible human work' aids autonomous delivery robots, study reveals

Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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A new UK study finds that human behaviour facilitating the mobility of autonomous delivery robots constitutes 'invisible human work' that needs to be considered in route design.
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Generative AI and the rise of 'AI-nxiety'

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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'AI-nxiety' amongst tech professionals is prevalent, but generative AI presents an opportunity rather than a threat, potentially driving further innovation and efficiency within the industry.
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Getac unveils AI-ready rugged Android tablet, ZX80

Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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Getac launches the ZX80, an AI-ready, rugged 8-inch tablet running Android and designed to boost efficiency in industries including utilities, transportation, and manufacturing.
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3GPP Standards for Satellite IoT – the catalyst for progression, or a Mexican standoff?

Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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Amid a lowered cost to develop satellite networks, questions arise as to whether 3GPP Standards for Satellite IoT will serve as a progression catalyst or incite standstill tensions.
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Hands-on Review: Fitbit Charge 6

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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The Charge 6 comes filled to the brim with features, including more than 40 different exercise modes, built-in GPS, and an ECG heart health reader.
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The rising impact of innovation on LBS & RTLS technologies

Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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Location-Based Services (LBS) and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) technology innovations are transforming industries like retail, healthcare and mining.
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Global Processing Services appoints new non-executive directors

Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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Global Processing Services (GPS) has added three new non-executive directors to its board, enhancing its next-gen payments processing capabilities.
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How ePOD systems are automating delivery processes and enhancing CX

Tue, 20th Dec 2022
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The supply chain and transport & logistics (T&L) sectors are under greater pressure to meet customer demands than ever before.
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Tech adoption helping fleets navigate operational obstacles

Tue, 20th Dec 2022
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Fleet technology is helping businesses navigate challenges and improve performance, according to Verizon Business research.
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Global Processing Services appoints new Chief People Officer

Fri, 18th Nov 2022
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Sharyn Wilson appointed as GPS Chief People Officer. Responsible for leading global HR organization and attracting world-class talent. Based in London.
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Apple announces the new Apple watch ultra - For the outdoors

Fri, 9th Sep 2022
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Suitable for water sports, it is a technical tool for adventurers and explorers, built with a compass app in watchOS 9.
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Apple announces the Apple watch series 8 and the new Apple watch SE

Fri, 9th Sep 2022
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Apple has announced the Apple watch series 8 and the new Apple watch SE, which brings advanced technology and performance.
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Global Processing Services appoints Joanne Dewar & Kevin Schultz as vice chair & CEO

Fri, 1st Jul 2022
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Joanne Dewar appointed GPS vice chair while Kevin Schultz becomes CEO, bringing experience in digital banking and payments.
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Global Processing Services (GPS) appoints Simon Stanford as chief revenue officer

Fri, 6th May 2022
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Global Processing Services (GPS) appoints Simon Stanford as CRO to lead their global commercial, partnerships, and revenue growth strategy.
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Global Processing Services (GPS) appoints Simon Stanford as Chief revenue officer

Fri, 6th May 2022
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Global Processing Services appoints Simon Stanford as Chief Revenue Officer to lead global commercial development and drive revenue growth worldwide.
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Moochies Connect Phone Watch to help parents keep track of their kids

Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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Ingram Micro secures distribution rights for GPS-enabled wristwatch that allows parents to track their children in New Zealand.
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Hands-on Review: Garmin nüviCam

Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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In car GPS makers have struggled to compete with smartphones in recent years. Garmin are hoping that the nüviCam LMT will help turn the tide.