Here is a quick overview on some of the recent technology, data security, and recycling related news that HOBI’s blog reported on during the week March 26 – 29, 2018. IoT May Create a Boost in Employment The Internet of Things (IoT) and all its connected devices have brought new efficiency into our lives, from …
Last year, rumors about popular, but suspicious, torrent site The Pirate Bay (TPB) began to circulate. The word on the web was that TPB had embedded cryptocurrency mining software on its site, stirring up widespread controversy. Now, we know that TPB was doing exactly as the rumor suggested – which was exploiting its visitors by …
Driven by new digital technologies, cities around the world are getting smarter in their approaches to managing services and interacting with citizens. Smart cities leverage data from connected devices and powerful analytics tools to keep traffic flowing, protect public safety, reduce pollution, maintain public assets and improve the delivery of city services. The objective of smart …
For decades, people have been arguing over the advantages and disadvantages of exporting. And when it comes to U.S. export regulations, this hot debate doesn’t seem like it will be dying down anytime soon. However, despite whichever stance you take on the matter, one thing remains clear: Choosing to ship material halfway around the world …
The Internet of Things (IoT) is booming and is set to define the world over the next few years. From smart stovetops to AI assistants, the IoT it setting out to make us smarter and more productive both at home and in the office. According to a previous Gartner study, there will be more than …
Provided is a quick glimpse of the most recent technology and recycling related news that the HOBI Blog reported on during the week 3/19-3/23. Mobile IoT Set to Move from Deployment to Monetization Without question, the Internet of Things (IoT) has been growing at an incredible rate. The mobile industry embraced the challenge of rapidly …
Imagine this: You’re finally motivated to get some work done, so you find the perfect spot to sit and work for a few hours. That’s when you notice your laptop battery is flashing red and only has about ten percent battery left. Sound familiar? Or maybe, this is more your situation: You sit down to …
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Two European coalitions representing electronics manufacturers have launched an internet-based information service designed to help processors better recycle devices. Committee of Domestic Equipment Manufacturers (CECED) and DigitalEurope, jointly with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Forum (WEEE Forum), an international association of producer responsibility organizations and a center of competence, have launched a common online platform …
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Asset Disposition refers to getting rid of an asset by direct sale or some other transfer in method. The changes in IT industries and development of technology on daily bases have created many problems of mounting e-waste. IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) solutions help organizations safely destroy material and recycle IT equipment in an environmentally friendly …
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The mobile industry embraced the challenge of rapidly advancing technologies, with the first commercial networks being deployed within seven months of the release, and a staggering 41 commercial networks being operational across 23 mobile operators to date. In the last 12 months, Vodafone rolled out 10 Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) networks across its operations. In the …
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