TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Microshift recently gave the industry an insight into the innovative 5G smart production line the company installed for the production of its gear shift system. The event took place in collaboration with the Taiwan Smart Electric Bicycle Association (TSEBA).

TALLINN, Estonia - Building an own mobile application has become easier for e-bike manufacturers with the launch of Comodule's next generation software development kit. The Estonia company expects that user-experience will soon emerge as the main differentiator. "Forward-thinking e-bike manufacturers are well-advised to partner with IoT providers that enable them to develop their own brand apps," writes Comodule.

Just like the smartphone in the mobile phone market, the smartbike is a growing segment on the e-bike market. Brands, bike makers, and engine manufacturers who are moving in this direction have understood that connectivity is a source of opportunity, going far beyond geolocation features. An interview with Pierre Regnier, CEO of Velco.

SUZHOU, China - E-bike drive train supplier Vinka implemented both Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things to empower their new AIot Max System. According to Vinka, "it integrates a full spectrum of AI & IoT technologies and is able to learn, analyse and respond to collected data, taking the riding experience to the next level with more safety and enjoyment.

ALICANTE, Spain - Independent Spanish MTB brand, Mondraker has developed an integrated telemetry system to enable perfect suspension set-up which can then be analysed through a linked myMondraker app. Named MIND, the patented technology will offer market leading tech to the end user regardless of their skill level.

LAS VEGAS, United States - Bicycle-to-Vehicle (B2V) communication was definitely one of the hot topics at the virtual edition of this year's Consumer Electronics' Show (CES). A series of exhibitors released new products at the event which is known for showing remarkable innovations.