Digital Catapult is establishing Things Connected, an IoT network, in London to allow digital start-ups and SMEs to experiment with the technology. The network will be a place for companies that want to test new products or services on their customers without having to build them themselves. Applications expected to be developed include better road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, reduced air pollution, and optimised drone use in London. Although starting out in London CEO Jeremy Silver has ambitions to roll out Things Connected to cover the UK.
Digital Catapult is establishing Things Connected, an IoT network, in London to allow digital start-ups and SMEs to experiment with the technology. The network will consist of 50 long range wide area network base stations users can connect to for free, creating a test environment for evolving IoT technologies. Applications expected to be developed include better road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, reduced air pollution, and optimised drone use in London. Although starting out in London CEO Jeremy Silver has ambitions to roll out Things Connected to cover the UK.