LR2022

When evaluating low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) technologies for internet of things (IoT) deployments, security is no longer a checkbox, it's a fundamental design requirement. As regulations tighten and cyber threats grow more sophisticated, the question isn't just "does this technology work?" but "can I trust it with my data, my devices, and my compliance obligations?"

The answer for LoRaWAN® is a confident yes and here's why.

The fourth generation of LoRa® technology is revolutionizing edge intelligence with breakthrough capabilities

The Internet of Things (IoT) landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation. As artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) move from the cloud to the edge, IoT devices face an unprecedented challenge: how to support intelligent applications that require higher data throughput while maintaining the long battery life and extended range that make wireless sensors practical in the first place.

Shahar Feldman, senior product marketing director for LoRa integrated circuits (ICs) at Semtech, recently presented how the company's new LoRa Plus™ technology addresses this critical challenge head-on, ushering in a new era of AI-enabled IoT deployments.

DesignCon remains the premier annual destination for engineers and technology leaders working at the cutting edge of chip-to-chip and chip-to-module interconnects — and DesignCon 2026 was no exception. For Semtech's CopperEdge™ team, this year's show delivered a powerful message: the market is moving in our direction.

From the mainstreaming of 200G per channel to the formal launch of a new industry consortium, here are the top highlights and takeaways from Santa Clara.