Semtech partners with Chinese bike-sharing company
Camarillo Internet of Things company Semtech struck up a partnership with Chinese bike-sharing company ofo, using its long-range, low power wireless technology to keep tabs on ofo bikes. Called LoRa, the network technology enables ofo to track bikes in remote or densely constructed areas. The company provides bike-sharing in more than 180 cities worldwide, using Read More →
Semtech selling new surge immunity product
Semtech announced a new product Sept. 20 aimed at meeting the surge immunity requirements for the telecommunications industry. The Camarillo semiconductor and Internet of Things company began offering a new product on its TClamp platform that protects data interfaces against quick electrical spikes and minimizes capacitive loading. The new product exceeds industry standard requirements and Read More →
Semtech shares fall despite rise in net income
Shares for Camarillo semiconductor and Internet of Things company Semtech fell more than 5 percent after the company reported a rise in net income but a lower than expected third quarter outlook. Net sales for the quarter ended July 30 increased 13 percent over its previous second quarter to $153.1 million, for a net income Read More →
Dubroff: Museum of Ventura County deserves to be preserved
Just a year ago, the city of Ventura was celebrating its 150th anniversary with a lot of fanfare and one heck of a party. Now, with one of its iconic cultural institutions in need of help, city officials and Ventura County’s board of supervisors will have to weigh the long-term benefits of putting the Museum Read More →
Semtech acquires AptoVision Technologies
Semtech, a semiconductor and Internet of Things company based in Camarillo, signed a $28 million agreement to acquire AptoVision Technologies, a chip maker for high-definition displays based in Montreal. Semtech plans to finance the deal with cash on hand, including additional contingent payments of up to $47 million based on future financial targets, according to Read More →
Semtech’s LoRa Alliance grows to 500 members
The LoRa Alliance, founded in part by Camarillo semiconductor producer Semtech, reached 500 members, the company announced June 29. The milestone will help further the adoption of the long-range, low-power network, called LoRa or LoRaWAN, Semtech said in a news release. “With well-known global leaders in the LoRa Alliance, the IoT industry is increasingly coming Read More →
MAST open house highlights technology
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