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Take control of your connectivity: Three tools every Luxembo...

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Whether you're switching providers, testing your internet speed, or navigating telecom offers, the Institut Luxembourgeois de Régulation (ILR) has got your back. With three dedicated tools – MyILR, SmartCompare, and CheckMyNet – Luxembourg’s telecom regulator stands for consumer empowerment through data, transparency, and practical access to information. 

High speed, high scores: how Luxembourg’s networks are...

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In this world, the network is no longer a nice-to-have, but a central platform – for casual gamers, professional teams, streamers and tournament organisers alike. That's why it's worth looking at how the scene developing in Luxembourg and the vital role a stable broadband connection plays.

Internet in Luxembourg: Resilience through self-determinatio...

Luxembourg stands out as a leader in Internet resilience, ensuring secure and reliable digital infrastructure for its citizens and businesses. With a focus on sovereignty and high-capacity networks, the country has earned top marks globally for its ability to withstand outages and maintain connectivity. Key initiatives, like Luxchat and the efforts of LU-CIX, showcase Luxembourg's commitment to future-proof, ultra-fast connectivity in a rapidly digitizing world.

The Internet of Things: How connected devices are transformi...

The Internet of Things (IoT) is making our homes smarter and more efficient every day. From smart thermostats and security cameras to voice assistants and connected refrigerators, IoT devices are reshaping how we live, work, and play. But as these devices multiply, so does their reliance on one critical factor: the network infrastructure that connects them.

Efficiency and sustainability from above: how connected dron...

Initially seen as gadgets for enthusiasts, drones have evolved into indispensable tools across numerous industries, offering a variety of valuable services. Precise Agriculture exemplifies this transformation, as drones enhance efficiency and reduce costs—provided they are well-connected.

Emergency.lu: How Luxembourg is saving lives worldwide with ...

Connectivity can mean the difference between life and death. When local communication infrastructures collapse after hurricanes, earthquakes, or humanitarian crises, rapid solutions become critical. For nearly 15 years, Luxembourg’s Emergency.lu initiative has been a global leader in providing these essential solutions.

Roam Like at Home: A major step forward for Luxembourgers

Since June 15, 2017, European citizens have been able to use their mobile phones abroad without incurring extra cost, thanks to the ‘Roam Like at Home’ initiative. While this legislation satisfies the vast majority of Luxembourgers, it is essential to keep in mind the duration of stays abroad to avoid additional charges.

LU-Alert: The connected emergency information system made in...

Connectivity is not only a backbone of the digital world, but also in general an accelerator of progress and quality of life. Those who are connected are closer to LU-Alert is an alert system that enables people in Luxembourg to prepare for foreseeable - and sometimes also not entirely foreseeable - events and take appropriate precautions. The system was under its old name GouvAlert introduced as a mobile solution in 2018 and has since proven its worth. Over the years, GouvAlert has been complemented by a national and regional SMS dispatch system. Both channels have now been incorporated into LU-Alert, where they form part of a multi-channel solution.life - and sometimes even live more safely. One example made in Luxembourg: The national emergency information system, which previously operated as GouvAlert and was re-launched mid-October under its new name LU-Alert.