Edge XRT delivers out-of-the-box device connectivity and edge intelligence for microcontroller units (MCUs), gateways and smart sensors at the IoT edge. It reduces time-to-value from weeks to hours for Microsoft Azure Sphere. IOTech announced the launch and availability of the time-critical edge platform for Microsoft’s cloud-based platform for the connected devices. It comprises a connected crossover microcontroller unit, a custom Linux-based operating system, and a cloud based security service.
Source: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/03/05/iotech-edge-xrt-microsoft/