The wireless internet provider has secured an investment from Cisco backed Digital Alpha to expand its team and fund a new technology centre.

UK-based wireless internet provider Connexin has secured up to £10m ($13m) in funding from Digital Alpha, a private equity fund in partnership with networking hardware manufacturer Cisco.

Founded in 2006, Connexin provides local authorities with metropolitan wifi networks for use by the public and assorted connected devices, such as road sensors, to enable smart cities.  

This year Connexin landed a 10-year deal with Hull City Council to provide wifi to select locations in the centre of the city in…