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COREDUMP #012: Plug-and-Play Cellular Connectivity: Nearly Here or Never Happening?

Chapters

  • 00:00  |   Intro & Teasers

  • 03:54  |   The Vision Behind Kigen

  • 06:36  |   Challenges and Opportunities in Connectivity

  • 09:09  |   Cost Considerations in Cellular Technology

  • 12:01  |   Innovative Business Models for Device Makers

  • 14:46  |   Understanding SIM Technology

  • 17:22  |   The Future of iSIM and SoftSIM

  • 20:19  |   Global Considerations for Cellular Products

  • 30:25  |   Navigating IoT Network Choices

  • 33:41  |   Choosing the Right Cellular Technology

  • 36:56  |   Understanding eSIM and Network Management

  • 42:05  |   Optimizing Device Connectivity and Provisioning

  • 47:43  |   Key Considerations for New Device Makers

  • 54:42  |   Outro

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About the Webinar

On this episode of Coredump Sessions, we delve into the evolving landscape of cellular connectivity, particularly focusing on eSIM technology and its implications for IoT devices.  Vincent Korstanje, CEO of Kigen, joined us to share his perspective on the state of eSIM and iSIM, the cost dynamics impacting device makers, and how emerging standards and business models are changing the way connected devices are deployed and managed. Key themes include the vision behind Kigen, the role of SIM technology, emerging business models, and best practices for managing device connectivity and profiles.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cellular connectivity is essential for modern IoT devices.
  • Kigen aims to secure trillions of connected devices.
  • Cost reduction in cellular modules opens new opportunities.
  • Device makers must consider the total cost of ownership.
  • Emerging business models include rental and subscription services.
  • iSIM technology is gaining traction in the market.
  • Device management and profile updates are critical for success.
  • Security by design is a priority for device manufacturers.
  • Interoperability between eSIM products is improving.

Speakers

CEO, Kigen
Vincent Korstanje

Vincent Korstanje is CEO of Kigen. Vincent’s mission is to make eSIM and iSIM the foundation of all connected devices, which led him to found the Kigen group in Arm in 2016. Kigen formed into a separate company in October 2020 to drive this vision to secure trillions of connected devices. Vincent worked for Arm for 22 years in which he helped build the UK’s leading technology company. Before Arm, Vincent worked at TNO in compiler and security technology.

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CEO & Founder, Memfault
François Baldassari

François Baldassari is the CEO and Co-Founder of Memfault. An embedded software engineer by trade, François was driven to start Memfault by his passion for tooling and automation in software engineering. Prior to Memfault, he ran the firmware team at Oculus and built the operating system at Pebble. François has a BSc in Electrical Engineering from Brown.

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CTO & Co-Founder, Memfault
Chris Coleman

Chris Coleman is the CTO and Co-Founder of Memfault. Prior to founding Memfault, Chris was an embedded software engineer at Pebble and Fitbit where he led efforts across the firmware stack and developed a reputation for tracking down and fixing challenging firmware bugs. That, coupled with his passion for using tooling to efficiently deliver high-quality hardware products, drove him to start Memfault.