• TechRepublic, Monday, January 9, 2017 9:28 AM

Intel's new credit card-sized computer, the Compute Card, could help businesses more rapidly connect their devices and grow their Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems. The card, which is only 5 mm thick, was unveiled at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on Thursday. A press release announcing the Compute Stick refers to it as a "modular compute platform." Intel said that it will be working with a set of partners to build out solutions for the ecosystem, including Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Sharp. The goal is clear: Enable more connected devices and boost the speed of an IoT deployment. The Compute Card could be used to enable smart kiosks in an office or retail space, to add connectivity to personal appliances, or even to connect security cameras, the release said.

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