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Posted: 05 february 2021

5G and IoT: An in-depth review of how next gen mobile connectivity will unlock new opportunities

The arrival of 5G has long been earmarked as a critical moment in technological advancement. Much more than just super-fast mobile connectivity, the fifth generation of cellular networks has the potential to unlock new possibilities to transform how people live their lives, businesses operate, and cities function. The infrastructure remains in its infancy; although the rollout of 5G networks across the UK began in 2019, it will still be some years before they reach maturity. The Government has set a target of ensuring the “majority” of the country has access to 5G by 2027. Yet as masts are erected and upgraded, 5G is expected to deliver speeds up to 100 times faster than typical 4G technology, with mobile internet speeds of more than 10 gigabits per second (Gbps). Much of the noise in the public domain will naturally focus on what the upgrade from 4G will mean for consumers – seamless streaming, downloading and browsing on the go. However, 5G’s true potential lies in how it will enable other technologies and trends. Indeed, a 2019 survey by Ericsson among executives from 100 global telecom operators found that 92% believe the most important 5G feature is the way in which it will pave the way for emerging technologies. Chief among them is the Internet of Things (IoT) – physical devices around the planet that are connected to the internet, thereby enabling them to relay data, communicate information and receive instructions.

Have you seen 4 Episode | Season 3 of GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel?

GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel Host: Barry Shrier - Founder, GIANT Health Guests: Peter Ward, Founder and CEO, Humanity Inc Michael D. Geer, Co-founder & Chief Strategy Officer, Humanity Inc Carlos Eduardo Espinal, Partner, Seedcamp William Jilltoft, Investor, Northzone

Ensuring Healthcare’s Innovation Boom Benefits All Equally

Despite (and in part because of) all of the pain and suffering it has caused, this past year has been a groundbreaking one for medical innovation. From creative treatment protocols to telehealth to vaccine development, the pandemic has given the public a front row view into the value of healthcare research and technology.

What does the future of smart #healthcare look like?

Beecham Research explores the latest connected health offerings for hospitals, mobile clinics and at-home patients. Click here to find out more. #IoT #eHealth

Three Digital Healthcare Trends That Will Gain Strength In 2021

Morris Panner is CEO of Ambra Health, makers of the leading cloud-based, medical image management suite.

Five Key Takeaways From Healthcare In 2020

Founder of Advantia Health, a growing provider pioneering care models and technology to transform healthcare for women.

Have you seen 3 Episode | Season 3 of GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel?

GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel Host: Barry Shrier - Founder, GIANT Health Guests: Amit Patel, Venture Builder | NED | Strategy | M&A | Surgeon hlthie Tony Kypreos, Advisory Council & Venture Partner, Accelerate2030

The Role Of Connected Devices In Modern Healthcare

Sergey Avdeychik, Director of Healthcare Technologies at Andersen.

Increasing Healthcare Interoperability Means Tackling Corporate Responsibility And Transparency

President and CEO of Life Image, the world’s largest clinical data and medical image exchange network.

Have you seen 2 Episode | Season 3 of GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel?

GIANT's Healthy Innovators Live TV Show on our Youtube channel Host: Barry Shrier - Founder, GIANT Health Guests: Manjul Rathee, CEO, BfB Labs Harro Stokman, CEO, Kepler Vision Technologies Ebube Chuba, Technical Director, CHIIN

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Ransomware Attacks On The Healthcare Sector Are Skyrocketing

In the spring of last year a number of criminal hacker crews pledged to leave hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare entities alone until the Covid-19 pandemic passed. At least one ransomware gang saw that as an opportunity.

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