Verizon Expands Global IoT Reach with Singtel and Skylo, Partners with Accenture for Enhanced Security

Key Takeaways

Verizon Business introduces its Global IoT Orchestration platform in collaboration with Bell Canada, Singtel, Telenor IoT, and Skylo for enhanced IoT connectivity.
The partnership aims to cover remote areas with satellite IoT services and plans to expand its network with 30 operator partners.
An agreement with Accenture focuses on developing advanced cybersecurity solutions for businesses, prioritizing resilience in the evolving threat landscape.

Global IoT Orchestration Launch

Verizon Business has announced its Global IoT Orchestration platform, collaborating with Bell Canada, Singtel, Telenor IoT, and Skylo. This initiative aims to enhance IoT connectivity across global markets. While Bell Canada and Telenor IoT were previous partners, the inclusion of Singapore-based Singtel adds coverage in the Asia Pacific, and US satellite operator Skylo targets remote areas lacking terrestrial IoT infrastructure. Skylo plans to deliver Release-17 level (5G-compatible) NB-IoT coverage via geostationary satellites, expected to be available in the near term.

Verizon anticipates growing its network to include 30 operator partners, thereby expanding its global IoT capabilities. Currently, the service is available to enterprises, manufacturers, and developers in “up to 200” territories. The IoT connectivity leverages both Verizon’s owned infrastructure and roaming agreements with existing partners. Additionally, the platform allows US-based customers to activate eSIM profiles in IoT devices globally through the firm’s ThingSpace IoT portal, which offers fleet management through an API interface or web portal.

Shamik Basu, Verizon Business’s vice president of strategic connectivity, emphasized the global nature of their IoT services, designed to meet customer needs across various markets.

Cybersecurity Partnership with Accenture

In a separate announcement, Verizon Business unveiled a partnership with Accenture to enhance enterprise cybersecurity services aimed at businesses of all sizes. This collaboration will start with new as-a-service solutions such as identity and access management (IAM), managed extended detection and response (MxDR), and cyber risk services. The focus will be on co-innovating new solutions to address complex security challenges.

Kyle Malady, CEO at Verizon Business, highlighted the increasing demand for robust cybersecurity measures amid evolving threats, indicating that the partnership with Accenture is crucial for scaling their capabilities. Similarly, Manish Sharma, CEO in the Americas at Accenture, pointed out the growing complexity of the security landscape, driven by factors like emerging technologies and global regulations. The partnership is aimed at helping businesses better protect their data and operations against cyber threats, thereby enhancing their resilience.

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