The Internet of Things (IoT), Ethernet, big data, Industry 4.0, cloud services, cybersecurity and big data are all having an impact on how automation and control networks are being designed and planned. [ + ]

Belden has joined a new industrial market group through its membership with AVnu Alliance, the industry consortium driving open standards deterministic networking through certification. [ + ]

The inaugural Energy Storage Council Conference will be held alongside the Solar 2015 Conference & Exhibition on 13-14 May 2015 in Melbourne. [ + ]

Allied Telesis has become a lead partner in the Smart Cities Council - an organisation that advises cities on ways to thrive as their population grows, upgrading ageing infrastructure with innovative technology and solutions. [ + ]

TE Connectivity has signed a deal to sell its Broadband Network Solutions (BNS) business unit to CommScope for $3bn. [ + ]

The University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ, has installed LED stadium lights from Ephesus Lighting. The facility will be the first NFL venue to illuminate the playing surface exclusively with LED lighting, according to Amy Casper, CEO of the Syracuse-based company. [ + ]

The University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, AZ, has installed LED stadium lights from Ephesus Lighting. The facility will be the first NFL venue to illuminate the playing surface exclusively with LED lighting, according to Amy Casper, CEO of the Syracuse-based company. [ + ]

The Road Lighting 2015: Smart City Investment conference will be held at the Langham Hotel in Auckland, New Zealand, from 9-10 March. [ + ]

Hager Group has acquired Bocchiotti, an Italian family-owned cable management company. [ + ]

Master Builders Australia is projecting a good year for the construction industry in New South Wales (NSW), according to their Building and Construction Industry Forecasts. So good, in fact, It is expected to reach an eight-year high. [ + ]

Allied Telesis has announced the formation of Allied Telesis Wireless, a division of Allied Telesis Group, following the acquisition of Extricom. [ + ]

If you've ever thought you could do a better job than your accountant, here's your chance. H&R Block has opened enrolments for people who want to take control of their tax affairs, ensure their returns are correctly lodged and maximise their tax position. [ + ]

An RMIT University researcher has produced a practical and innovative star-rating system for international road safety that will ultimately help to make roads safer. [ + ]

The UPC (Polytechnic University of Catalonia) and Eolgreen have designed a public lighting system that runs on solar and wind power. [ + ]

Master Builders Australia (MBA) has released a potentially inflammatory statement this week saying a stronger industry watchdog is needed, given the "spread of building union thuggery across Australia".