LINTI

What LINTI does

LINTI (Laboratorio de Investigación en Nuevas Tecnologías Informáticas) is a research laboratory within the Faculty of Informatics at the Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), based in La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The lab conducts applied research, postgraduate teaching, and community extension across IoT (with LoRaWAN-based sensor networks), cybersecurity, accessible/assistive technologies, smart cities, digital infrastructure, educational robotics, green computing, and ethics in informatics. Its technical portfolio includes the NEXUS centralized IoT management platform, PKIGrid UNLP public key infrastructure, the SmartWatch Water monitoring system, smart parking, port beacon monitoring for Puerto La Plata, air quality sensor networks (OPDS, CIM-CONICET, Municipio de Berisso), smart LED street lighting, and an assistive sensor kit for visually impaired users. The lab operates the NAP La Plata network access point jointly with CeSPI, recognized among the top 3 Argentine internet exchange points by traffic at Internet Day 2026.

LINTI offers CONEAU-accredited postgraduate programs (Maestr\u00eda en Redes de Datos, Especializaci\u00f3n en Ciberseguridad y Redes, Doctorado en Ciencias Inform\u00e1ticas) and runs the LINTI-GLI Sudamérica testing laboratory under ISO 17025 flexible-scope accreditation. Community-facing programs include the long-running 'El Barrio va a la Universidad' digital inclusion initiative (active since 2007), teacher training in programming and educational robotics, and accessibility projects such as the annual Hackathon for Inclusion in partnership with UNLP's Comisión Universitaria por la Discapacidad.

The lab is not a commercial entity. All activities — research, technology transfer, teaching, and extension — are delivered free of charge under UNLP's public-mission framework. Funding flows from UNLP institutional budgets, Argentine Ministry of Science (Ciencia, Tecnolog\u00eda e Innovaci\u00f3n) research grants, and international sources including NextGenerationEU via the DeSK transnational education project coordinated by Università di Bari Aldo Moro. Distribution is via academic channels (UNLP programs, conferences such as CACIC and CLEI, institutional extension networks) and direct technology transfer to government and industry partners, rather than commercial sales channels.

Name

LINTI

Legal name

Laboratorio de Investigación en Nuevas Tecnologías Informáticas

Website

https://linti.unlp.edu.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LINTI is a non-commercial university research laboratory at UNLP in La Plata, Argentina, conducting applied research, postgraduate teaching and community extension in IoT, cybersecurity, accessibility, smart cities and digital inclusion.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Academic Research & IoT Development

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (61171), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHAEAC

Institutes of Technology (IoT / Technical Universities)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Technical & Polytechnic Universities

SECONDARYEDAOAIAM

Wireless, Mobility & Network Access (Wi‑Fi/NAC)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

SECONDARYHDADABAJ

Network Access Control (NAC)

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Cybersecurity/Network Security (Perimeter, SASE, Firewalls)

SECONDARYEDAEAHAE

Unified Communications & VoIP Telephony for Campuses

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/IT Infrastructure & AV Classroom Install/Support (Non-EdTech)

SECONDARYEDAGALAH

Special Education & Accessibility-Optimized Media (UDL, AAC, Captioning)

Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Educational Media & Multimedia (Video, Audio, Interactive)

SECONDARYEDAKAIAB

AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) Devices, Apps & Training

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment, Devices & Training

Keywords

• IoT research
• Smart city solutions
• Digital inclusion programs
• University research lab
• Cybersecurity training

Headquarters

HQ city

La Plata

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. University and Government Research Funding: LINTI operates as a research laboratory within the Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP). The lab receives institutional support from UNLP, participates in government-funded research programs (Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación), and conducts projects through UNLP's Secretariats (Vinculación e Innovación Tecnológica, Extensión). No commercial revenue is generated.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

LINTI is a research laboratory within the Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP) that develops IoT solutions and digital infrastructure, conducts applied research in cybersecurity, accessibility, and smart cities, and delivers postgraduate academic programs. It also runs community extension programs that deliver digital literacy and inclusion services to vulnerable populations, schools, and public institutions. All activities are delivered free of charge as part of the university's public mission, with no commercial revenue generated.

Product overview

LINTI (Laboratorio de Investigación en Nuevas Tecnologías Informáticas) is a research laboratory at the Universidad Nacional de La Plata that develops IoT solutions and provides academic programs. Its product portfolio includes the NEXUS centralized IoT management platform, SmartWatch Water intelligent water management system, smart parking solutions, air quality monitoring systems, port beacon monitoring, smart street lighting, and assistive technology kits for visually impaired users. Additionally, LINTI offers academic programs including a Master's in Data Networks, a Specialization in Cybersecurity and Networks, and a Doctorate in Computer Science, all contributing to research, innovation, and technology transfer in digital inclusion, equity, and sustainability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NEXUS - Plataforma de Gestión Centralizada

Quantifiable outcome

• NAP La Plata ranked among top 3 network access points in Argentina by traffic volume
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CeSPI (Centro Superior para el Procesamiento de la Información) - UNLPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLINTI works closely with CeSPI on shared IoT projects, NAP La Plata infrastructure, and joint research activities. Both labs are co-located within the Faculty of Informatics and collaborate on internet exchange, cybersecurity monitoring, and digital infrastructure development.
• CABASE (Cámara Argentina de Internet)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCABASE coordinates the NAP (Network Access Point) La Plata, in which LINTI participates alongside CeSPI. LINTI received recognition at Internet Day 2026 organized by CABASE. The NAP connects over 20 institutions and is among the top 3 in Argentina by traffic.
• OPDS (Organismo Provincial para el Desarrollo Sostenible)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative project for outdoor air quality monitoring using low-cost sensors in the Greater La Plata area. Funded by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, conducted from 2018 to 2023.
• CIM-CONICETminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAir quality monitoring research collaboration involving sensors and reference equipment for determining pollutant presence in urban and suburban areas of Greater La Plata.
• Municipio de BerissominorOthersJoint air quality monitoring project using low-cost sensors in Berisso municipality, collaborating with OPDS and CIM-CONICET under Ministry of Science funding.
• PLP (Puerto La Plata)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLoRaWAN-based beacon monitoring system for port navigation, including remote solar panel monitoring, tide/current sensors, and alarm management. Project completed in 2022.
• Cooperativas de la provincia de Buenos AiresminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIoT-based water management systems project for cooperatives, including real-time well monitoring, motor efficiency tracking, consumption and pressure measurement, leak detection, and water quality monitoring.
• EDELAP S.A.minorOthersLoRaWAN-based project for monitoring oil pressure in medium-voltage power cable ducts, conducted in 2019 to analyze feasibility of control systems for power distribution infrastructure.
• SISTAminorOthersPilot project in Ensenada for controlling electrical panel consumption and remote restart commands for security cameras and electrical panels, with early alerts to avoid unnecessary technician deployments.
• Dirección de Escuelas (Provincial Education Authority)minorOthersIndoor CO2 monitoring project using low-cost sensors in schools to ensure proper ventilation and prevent COVID-19 spread. Joint project with CIM-CONICET, funded by Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, conducted 2022-2023.
• Comisión Universitaria por la Discapacidad (CUD) - UNLPminorOthersCollaboration on accessibility projects including digital inclusion for persons with disabilities, hosting the annual Hackathon for Inclusion, and developing accessible technology solutions.
• Secretaría de Vinculación e Innovación Tecnológica - UNLPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Secretary of Technological Linkage and Innovation, led by LINTI Director Lic. Javier Díaz, coordinates technology transfer, digital inclusion, and innovation projects between the university and external organizations.
• NEC ChileminorOthersSmart parking project collaboration involving IoT-based parking management with magnetic field sensors, payment systems, and route suggestions, including a pilot at UNLP's Rectorship.
• Università di Bari Aldo MorocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinator of the DeSK (Developing Shared Knowledge for Sustainable and Digital Futures) High-Level Training School, an initiative funded by NextGenerationEU that brings together researchers from Argentina and Europe for training on eco-innovative materials, digital transformation, and sustainability.
• Universidad Nacional de La Matanza (UNLaM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner university in the DeSK project, hosting training school activities on March 16-17, 2026, as part of the transnational education initiative on sustainability and digital futures.
• Universidad de Buenos Aires - Facultad de Farmacia y BioquímicaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost of the DeSK High-Level Training School closing ceremony on March 18, 2026, as part of the international sustainability and digital transformation program.
• CERTUNLP (Equipo de Respuesta a Incidentes de Seguridad)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLINTI researchers actively participate in the Computer Emergency Response Team of UNLP, contributing to incident response, security monitoring, and cybersecurity capacity building across the university.
• LAC-CSIRT ForumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLINTI participates actively in the LAC-CSIRT forum, coordinating virtual meetings and contributing to regional cybersecurity collaboration across Latin America and the Caribbean.
• TAGPMA (The Americas Grid Policy Management Authority)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLINTI is a member of TAGPMA, contributing to policy management for research grid computing infrastructure across the Americas.
• Museo de Instrumentos Musicales 'Dr. Emilio Azzarini' - UNLPminorOthersInteractive museum project using sensors and devices to trigger sound memories in visitors, linking sounds, music, and local silences through an interactive installation exploring the city's sound landscape.
• Industrias de la región de La PlataminorOthersCollaborative transformer monitoring software project with regional industries, implementing a platform to track electrical grid performance with sensors, status reports, fault alerts, and management command capabilities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CMU CyLab: Carnegie Melly's cybersecurity and privacy research center — directly comparable to LINTI's cybersecurity research line, CERTUNLP participation, and CONEAU-accredited Specialization in Networks and Security.
• INRIA (Institut national de recherche en sciences et technologies du numérique): French public ICT research institution conducting research across networking, cybersecurity, AI, and applied systems — comparable as a publicly-funded multidisciplinary ICT research organization similar in structure to LINTI's mandate.
• CONICET Research Centers: Argentina's national research council operating research centers across the country — directly comparable as LINTI already collaborates with CIM-CONICET on air quality research and operates within the same national research ecosystem.
• MIT Auto-ID Lab: Pioneering IoT research lab at MIT focused on IoT, sensor networks, and connected devices — directly comparable to LINTI's LoRaWAN-based IoT research across smart cities, asset tracking, and industrial monitoring.
• CITRIS and the Banatao Institute (UC Berkeley): UC Berkeley research institute focused on IT for societal benefit, including IoT, smart cities, and digital inclusion — comparable to LINTI's multi-disciplinary research combining technology with social impact.
• CeSPI (Centro Superior para el Procesamiento de la Información - UNLP): Co-located within the UNLP Faculty of Informatics, CeSPI operates the NAP La Plata infrastructure alongside LINTI and collaborates on shared IoT projects, making it the most directly comparable peer as a sister university ICT research lab.
• IIT (Indian Institutes of Technology): Network of public technology universities in India with strong IoT, cybersecurity, and applied research programs — comparable as a system of public technical universities conducting applied IoT and digital infrastructure research like LINTI does at UNLP.

Regional players

• CABASE (Cámara Argentina de Internet): Argentine internet industry chamber coordinating the national NAP network — directly comparable regional ecosystem participant through its co-management of NAP La Plata and recognition of LINTI at Internet Day 2026.
• LACNIC: Latin American and Caribbean IP address registry and internet governance organization — partially comparable as a regional internet infrastructure organization collaborating with academic and government stakeholders on Latin American digital development.

Emerging players

• Libelium: Spanish IoT platform company specializing in LoRaWAN wireless sensor networks for smart cities, agriculture, and environmental monitoring — partially comparable to LINTI's LoRaWAN-based IoT solutions but as a commercial platform provider rather than a research lab.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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