In this episode of the IoT For All Podcast, Simon Ford, CEO of Blecon, joins Ryan Chacon to discuss the power of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) in the world of IoT connectivity. From advantages to challenges, this conversation delves into the role of BLE in edge AI, energy scavenging, and key trends in the IoT landscape. Gain insights into pragmatic IoT deployment, the future of BLE, and how it aligns with enterprise needs.

About Simon Ford

Meet Simon Ford, the mastermind behind Blecon. With over 20 years of experience in microelectronics, mobile, and IoT, Simon has dedicated his career to providing cutting-edge technology solutions to developers worldwide. As the founder and CEO of Blecon, Simon focuses on enabling low-cost cloud connectivity for engineering diagnostics, product analytics, and sensor data using Bluetooth Low Energy.

Simon’s track record includes spearheading ARM’s embed OS, contributing to the ARM Cortex-M launch, and leading the ARMv7/NEON architecture that fueled the smartphone revolution. Want to connect with Simon? Reach out on LinkedIn!

About Blecon

Blecon is your go-to solution for seamless Bluetooth Low Energy IoT connectivity. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in the UK, Blecon is revolutionizing the world of IoT with its unique blend of BLE, WiFi deployment models, and cellular network connectivity. Democratizing access to BLE IoT connectivity, Blecon’s flexible architecture and ease of integration set new industry standards.

Key Questions and Topics from this Episode:

(00:10) Introduction to Simon Ford and Blecon

(00:33) Exploring Bluetooth Low Energy

(03:19) Diving into Bluetooth Low Energy use cases

(07:37) Uncovering challenges of Bluetooth Low Energy

(10:33) BLE’s role in shaping IoT trends

(13:58) Future developments in Bluetooth and IoT

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