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Smart Home Expo

Start date: March 26, 2019
End date: March 27, 2019
Location: Birmingham NEC
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HomeGrid Forum Partners with The Smart Home Expo

We are delighted to announce our official partnership with the Smart Home Expo, the UK’s ultimate event for the smart technologies revolutionising the way we live, coming to the NEC Birmingham on the 26th & 27th of March 2019.

They say home is where the heart is, but nowadays, home is also where an industry revolution is taking place! Within the next few years, the smart home sector is set to become one of the fastest growing markets in the world. If this wasn’t enough, there’s a growing opportunity for the so called smart technologies to be applied to many other areas beyond the home.

The Smart Home Expo is completely free to attend, and the organisers have confirmed an unparalleled lineup of speakers and exhibitors, who will be coming together to provide two days of the most incredible innovation, invaluable industry insights, and networking opportunities.
Key features at this year’s event include:

  • 150 seminars by an incredible speaker lineup
  • Interactive panel debates where you can have your say among the greatest minds in the industry
  • Live demos that allow you to try before you buy, and interact with the most innovative products in the industry
  • 200 exhibitors, putting together the most comprehensive marketplace of smart technologies and solutions
  • Innovation awards, featuring the latest technologies being judged by industry experts
  • Launches of the very latest products and solutions that are changing the way people live
  • Exclusive show offers and competitions available to visitors only

And much much more.

Completely FREE to attend, the Smart Home Expo really is the hub of the smart technology world. For more information or to register for your free ticket, visit www.smarthometechlive.co.uk.

Telecoms World Asia 2019

Start date: March 25, 2019
End date: March 27, 2019
Location: Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand
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Telecoms World Asia is a platform where industry’s leaders can meet, exchange ideas and discuss strategies that will set the course for telecom businesses for the next decade

For 2019, we’ve put together an agenda that addresses the key issues operators are facing today, classified under 5 key themes – Wholesale Carriers, Network Virtualisation, Telco4.0 and brand new for 2019, 5G and IoT – with the focus on Digital Transformation in Emerging Markets running throughout the sessions. Come March 2019, we look forward to exciting debates as we welcome over 600 attendees from Asia Pacific’s telecoms industry and beyond in one of the region’s fast-developing markets – Bangkok, Thailand.

Cloud Expo Europe

Start date: March 12, 2019
End date: March 13, 2019
Location: ExCeL London
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Cloud Expo Europe, the UK’s biggest and best attended technology event, returns on 12-13 March 2019 at ExCeL London.

Remaining agile in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world has never been more demanding or important. Cloud Expo Europe is THE platform in the UK where the brightest minds come together to help businesses accelerate their digital transformation plans.

Whether you are a business leader, technologist, market-leading solution or service provider, thought-leader or expert. If you are a part of the tech universe, Cloud Expo Europe is for YOU.

www.cloudexpoeurope.com

Smart IoT

Start date: March 12, 2019
End date: March 13, 2019
Location: ExCeL London
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We are delighted to announce that Smart IoT  will return to ExCeL London, on 12-13 March 2019 and registration is now open.
If you want to stay one step ahead of the game – this is the only place to be. Smart IoT is where you can make sure your business is harnessing the true potential of the Internet of Things.

Your technology-driven objectives, be it a single area, process change or large-scale digital transformation or anywhere in between will be able to be deployed faster and with greater ease after a visit to Smart IoT!

Hear from over 100 expert speakers covering key topics and meet hundreds of IoT, cloud and data solution providers. Making Smart IoT a place of unmissable networking and idea sharing at the UK’s largest tech event.

Find out more online today at www.smartiotlondon.com/HGF.

Register today at www.smartiotlondon.com/homegridforum

Saudi IoT

Start date: February 13, 2019
End date: February 15, 2019
Location: Saudi Arabia
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Saudi IoT is a flagship event of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia aiming at “Redefining Communications” in the region for the growth & development of technology.

The 2nd Saudi IoT Augments & pledges to open doors to newer concepts with an August approach enriching more business opportunities for locally establishing – budding companies by having an exposure to the International businesses to have their presence with tie-ups with local Saudi partners. An arena exclusive to bridge the gap between the International & National Technology players. The 3-day event aims to serve every individual on the run and every business providing the platform to virtually set on the journey to every corner of the world to reach out to people, businesses, places, and even globally. Saudi IoT aims to bring into the limelight the enormous potential of the internet revolution & the internet concepts. Saudi IoT coincides with the objective of the 2030 Vision, where internet technology is A Necessity and compliments the huge investments to simplify businesses in a smarter way which is an added value.

Saudi IoT Conference and Workshops will take place alongside the Saudi IoT Exhibition. This will bring decision makers and other IoT Visionaries and experts to shed light on the latest trends in the IoT. It will be a premier platform for sharing, discussing and witnessing cutting edge research in all areas of development for the Internet of Things and beyond. Saudi IoT 2019 Conference is the one & only authentic platform to discover how the world of IoT is redefined in the region, and how IoT is changing the everyday life & the digital journey of every organization. The “IoT Conference” will showcase insightful keynotes, case studies and breakout sessions focusing on smart solutions and tools, technologies and resources which will be beneficial in the Kingdom’s transformation program 2020.

URL: www.saudiiot.com

Contact Details: Gazala Arshiya / 966 54 267 3330 / pr@saudiiot.com

Smart Cities UK

Date: February 7, 2019
Location: London
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This is the longest serving and original UK Smart Cities event. Now in its fourth year, the Smart Cities UK Conference will be examining the importance of sustainable investment within UK cities.

We will once again bring together over 350+ decision makers to examine and discuss the key topics impacting Smart City development including; Brexit, Funding, Leadership and Sustainable Development

The 2019 Conference, Expo and Awards, which takes place at Marriot Regents Park, London on February 7th 2019, will highlight how UK cities can form a blueprint to accelerate societal and economic transformation. We will address how access to a global economy and solution providers can drive prosperity, increase employment and tackle society’s fundamental issues.

www.smartcityuk.com

Convergence India Expo

Start date: January 29, 2019
End date: January 30, 2019
Location: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
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Established in 1992, the Convergence India series is the largest ICT expo in this region focusing innovations in Telecom, Broadcast, IT & Digital media sectors. The expo is the complete platform to deliberate and engage with international business gurus, telecom and broadcasting czars, leaders from IT & internet, electronics, media, entertainment, communications, broadcast, cable & satellite, fibre, cloud, VAS, etc. verticals. India is experiencing transformational shifts impacting enterprises by adopting innovations and disrupting technologies driving the “Digital India” initiative.

Convergence India expo is India’s leading communications, broadcast, IT and technology show, showcasing the latest trends and technologies in telecom, broadcast, cable and satellite, internet of things, broadband, cloud & big data, mobile devices & accessories, film & radio, content creation, content management and delivery.

The three-day exhibition and concurrent conference sessions provides an excellent networking opportunity for speakers, visitors and delegates. This platform attracts high quality exhibitors to showcase their expertise and identify the thriving business opportunities in India.

Internet of Things India Expo

Start date: January 29, 2019
End date: January 30, 2019
Location: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
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The Internet of Things expo is co-located with Convergence India expo. The 2nd edition attracted 4600 + visitors across 3 days with 78 participants, an increase of 100 % compared to the previous year and firmly cementing the show as one of the leading IoT event in India.

The conference boasted some great keynote presentations from leaders of IoT ecosystem including SAP, SENRA, Sigfox, PTC, Panasonic, GE Healthcare, Philips, Microsoft, NXP, Genpact, Ericsson plus many more with 10 sessions focused on industrial and consumer IoT verticals such as AR/VR, AI, Blockchain, Robotics, Wearables, Healthcare, Connected cars, Manufacturing 4.0, Multimodal Smart transport, Supply chain and logistics & Smart homes.

The packed-out exhibition hall featured 78 participants and start-ups showcasing solutions on AR/VR, Robotics, C Connected cars, Connected bikes, Mobility & Logistics, Home automation, Smart wearables, Industrial IoT solutions. The expo’s major attractions were “Mitra” the humanoid robot and the launch of “Arya” world’s first Chai making robot. Konecthingz hands on workshops covering Smart Agri, AR/VR, Blockchain, Smart Mobility, Smart Home & Connected Wearables were well attended by IoT enthusiast both from academia & corporate world.

3rd Smart Cities International Symposium

Start date: January 22, 2019
End date: January 24, 2019
Location: Chicago
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The 3rd Annual Smart Cities International Symposium & Exhibition, January 22-24, 2019 in Chicago brings together thought leaders and practitioners from around the world to explore the most recent technology advances, business models, and lessons learned to date in making the Smart City a reality.

Expert speakers will examine the experiences of municipal governments who are pushing the envelope and moving toward actual implementation of the Smart City vision. The emphasis is on implementation strategy, case studies, best practices and the development of compelling business models for transitioning to the 21st Century Smart City.

Topics to be addressed in January include:

  • Putting People First in Sustainable Urban Development
  • Refining the Smart City Vision: Innovative Approaches and Strategies
  • Shaping Smart City Development with Strategic Partnerships
  • The Array of Things and the Future of the Smart City
  • Is America Prepared for Energy Democracy?
  • Modernizing Our Cities: The Role of the Utility and Other Players
  • Energy Independent Smart Cities
  • Different Approaches To Structuring A Smart Cities Movement
  • Catalyzing Smart Communities: Changing Parameters, Players And Structures
  • Communications Protocols and Networks for Smart City Communications
  • Enhancing sustainability, accessibility and livability
  • Key emerging technologies and applications
  • And more

CONNECTIONS Summit

Start date: January 8, 2019
End date: January 11, 2019
Location: Las Vegas
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CONNECTIONS™ Summit at CES is an annual research and industry event hosted by international research firm Parks Associates at CES in Las Vegas.

The 2019 CONNECTIONS™ Summit features panels examining successful consumer-focused strategies in designing and deploying IoT, smart home, and connected CE and health solutions. Leading analysts from host Parks Associates present consumer research and moderate expert discussions on crossover opportunities among these ecosystems, with insights on emerging trends, including AI, voice controls, and growing privacy concerns. CONNECTIONS™ Summit at CES is THE place to be to learn about the smart home, get the latest consumer research, and network with strategic decision makers in this growing market.

The 2019 CONNECTIONS™ Summit will take place January 8 during CES, which runs January 8-11 in Las Vegas. Follow the event on Twitter at @CONN_Summit.