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What is Hybrid Connectivity for IoT?
A Conversation with Maor Efrati from Monogoto
IoT For All
November 25, 2025
Hello listeners!
On this week’s podcast, Ryan Chacon speaks with Maor Efrati, CTO and co-founder of Monogoto, about hybrid connectivity in IoT. The conversation covers why hybrid connectivity matters in the era of AI, NTN, and autonomous devices, the evolving landscape of IoT connectivity, the importance of edge AI and LPWAN, the critical role of built-in security in IoT solutions, the need for market education to dispel misconceptions about IoT connectivity, the impact of SIM virtualization on device management, hybrid connectivity with GEO and LEO satellies, and the future of hybrid connectivity.
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Meet Maor Efrati
Maor Efrati is the CTO and co-founder of Monogoto. With 25+ years of experience in cellular networks and internet platforms, Efrati has built an API-driven cellular infrastructure for enterprises, running IoT connectivity, private CBRS, and 5G use cases with an as-a-service approach. He has a deep technical knowledge of the entire cellular space including mobile and fixed operator networks, IT, billing architecture, and mobile application development.
About Monogoto
Monogoto is a self-service global software-defined connectivity cloud platform. Its API-driven Connectivity-as-a-Service enables secure IoT connectivity and Private 5G/LTE networks, with seamless interoperability between public and private and NTN Satellite infrastructure with optional value-added services ranging from AI-based anomaly detection to deep packet inspection and third party cloud integration.