Smart metering challenger CyanConnode has launched its new Omnimesh offering, part of its Omni IoT Platform, hoping to use its narrowband 6LoWPAN mesh protocol to win deals with utilities looking to deploy smart meters – tempting them away from the likes of LoRa, cellular (LTE Cat-M1, Cat-M2, Cat-NB1, and Cat-NB2), and even fellow utility specialist Wi-SUN. There is still a huge amount of business up for grabs, and the market is certainly not entrenched yet. While Wi-SUN is the most obvious standard for this industry (Weightless is a long-shot to re-emerge), the licensed cellular vendors will be looking to win large deals. RF technologies, like CyanConnode’s and Sensus’ are other options, as are the unlicensed LPWAN options from Sigfox, LoRa,…