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M2M Communication and eSim Technologies
- 29 Mar 2024
- 2 min read
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released recommendations on the usage of Embedded SIM (eSIM) for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications to ensure security through proper Know Your Customer (KYC) for network security, fraud risk mitigation, and overall integrity of the M2M eSIM ecosystem.
- M2M, the next generation of Internet revolution, connects devices through automated communication without human intervention. Embedded sensors and communication modules enable data transmission through wired and wireless networks.
- With the rollout of 5G services, the M2M ecosystem's opportunities have expanded, offering increased scope for applications in sectors such as agriculture, transportation, healthcare, and industrial automation.
- Understanding M2M Technology:
- It's a way for devices to exchange information directly, without needing a person in the loop. They can be simple things like sending alerts (like a smoke detector) or exchanging complex data (like factory machines).
- For example, a smart thermostat might talk to a smart sprinkler system. If the thermostat detects it's a hot day, it can tell the sprinklers to turn on and keep the lawn healthy.
- It's a way for devices to exchange information directly, without needing a person in the loop. They can be simple things like sending alerts (like a smoke detector) or exchanging complex data (like factory machines).
- An eSIM is a digital SIM card embedded directly into a device, eliminating the need for a physical SIM card. It's programmable remotely via inbuilt device software.
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