Innovation

  • US chipmaker introduces revolutionary IoT-enabling product

    Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, announced its next-generation modem purpose-built for Internet of Things (IoT) applications such as asset trackers, health monitors, security systems, smart city sensors and smart meters, as well as a range of wearable trackers.

  • US city claims drone technology will save lives

    The US city of San Diego has announced the launch of an ambitious new program centered on drone technology. The city is introducing the first unmanned aircraft system (UAS) Integration Pilot Program (IPP) drone deployment for the San Diego Fire Department.

  • US city launches interactive platform that measures smart city data

    A US city has introduced an interactive platform which will use live data to measure the city's metrics in relation to its performance, help demonstrate its transparency and encourage accountability. The city of St. Petersburg in Florida announced the launch of its innovative new platform as part of its overall strategic approach towards becoming a leading smart city in the United States.

  • US companies introduce new ‘drone technology’ to combat security fears

    XRY Drone lets investigators extract and analyze data from popular drone models being used for illegal activity - to reveal flight paths, origin, behavior and other critical information that can identify operators.

  • US experts fear China is set to overtake them in AI race

    A number of leading AI experts in the United States have expressed their concern that China is set to overtake them in the race to develop the cutting-edge and revolutionary technology.

  • US military turns to tech-savvy Austin for new innovations

    The US armed forces have selected the tech-savvy city of Austin to be the new home of its command center that is aimed at innovating and preparing the army for future wars.

  • US operator announces plans to launch 5G for mobile customers in 2018

    US telecommunications colossus AT&T has seemingly trumped its major rivals Verizon and T-Mobile US by officially announcing that it will offer 5G services for its mobile customers in a dozen or so markets later this year.

  • US operator deploys AI in bid to resolve customer service issues

    US telecommunications colossus T-Mobile has taken the decision to implement AI into its customer care system in a bid to resolve a number of issues it is currently having with its customer service. The new customer care tool deployed by the US operator has been specifically designed to speed resolution of complex problems by applying Artificial Intelligence.

  • US operators merge to accelerate 5G innovation

    As they say, the third time is a charm! T-Mobile and Sprint tell us they have entered into a definitive agreement to merge in an all-stock transaction at a fixed exchange ratio of 0.10256 T-Mobile shares for each Sprint share or the equivalent of 9.75 Sprint shares for each T-Mobile US share. Based on closing share prices on April 27, this represents a total implied enterprise value of approximately $59 billion for Sprint and approximately $146 billion for the combined company. The new company will have a strong closing balance sheet and a fully funded business plan with a strong foundation of secured investment grade debt at close.

  • US reveals new 5G funding plan

    US officials revealed a plan to accelerate their deployment of 5G wireless networks with new funding estimated at $20.4 billion to build high-speed internet in rural areas.

  • US start-up develops ‘mind-reading’ AI application to tackle cybercrime

    A US-based security start-up has announced that it has developed a 'mind-reading' AI application in a bid to combat the increasing threat posed by cybersecurity breaches. The number of ransomware attacks has occurred frequently in 2017 - with a number of high-profile enterprises and institutions falling foul of the dark arts performed by hackers.

  • US study claims China leading South Korea in race for 5G

    A comprehensive study released by CTIA, a US-based industry association of wireless carriers - has claimed that China remains ahead of South Korea in the race to develop and subsequently deploy 5G networks.

  • US tech firm launches ‘smart parking’ solution by using IoT and Blockchain

    US technology firm Net-Objex, an expert in Internet of Things and Blockchain has showcased a 'smart parking' payment solution described as a world first by using the IOTA decentralized network and cryptocurrency.

  • US tech firm launches initiative to help UK seaside town become ‘smart’

    US multinational technology firm Cisco has announced that it has agreed to collaborate with Southend-on-Sea Borough Council in a bid to help the seaside town become 'smart'. Cisco announced that it will work closely with local officials to explore the digital future of the scenic costal town which is located close to London.

  • US tech giant extends its AI capabilities with new solution  

    Oracle has extended the artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities within Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Cloud and Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Cloud. The latest machine learning-based innovations include an expense reporting assistant, project management digital assistant, advanced financial controls and project-driven supply chain management.

  • US tech giant hires AI expert from Google

    US technology giant Apple has pulled off a major coup by acquiring the services of a high-profile AI expert from rivals Google.

  • US tech giant invests in electric vehicle startup

    US e-commerce behemoth Amazon has become the latest technology leader to join the self-driving race following its decision to invest $700m in an electric vehicle startup company.

  • US tech leader adds voice-enabled smart technologies to its platforms

    Sestek, a provider of speech-enabled smart technologies announced today that it has become an Avaya DevConnect Technology Partner. Through direct R&D engagement, deep product integration, and strong support relationships, the Avaya DevConnect ecosystem delivers a wider range of technology options for Avaya users to drive their business forward and provide value to their customers, from ready-made solutions validated for interoperability to custom-tailored applications.

  • US tech leader builds AI-inspired customer experience center in Dubai

    Recognizing Dubai as the epicenter for innovation in region, Avaya Holdings Corp has announced that it will be building on its long-standing relationship with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) by opening a Customer Experience Center (CEC) at One Central, a new international Grade-A mixed-use development in the heart of the city.

  • US tech leader puts the brakes on its self-driving program

    US technology leader Apple has announced that it is cutting back on its dedicated self-driving team. However, it declared that it was remaining in the race to deploy autonomous vehicles.