Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] Predictive maintenance: By analyzing sensor data, AI will predict equipment failure, enabling manufacturers to reduce downtime by 25% (Deloitte). Rapidops
• [New] Apple is not just leading a shift toward digital connectivity-they're defining what post-SIM mobile experiences will look like, potentially influencing everything from emergency services to international roaming to IoT device deployment for the next decade. Gadget Hacks
• [New] By 2030, experts predict over 40 billion IoT devices worldwide, creating vast opportunities - and serious risks. Digi International
• [New] While some potential use cases are still speculative, the technology that will enable them is already in development - and startups like OpenBCI, Neurable, and NextMind (now acquired by Snap Inc.) are experimenting with ways to make brain control intuitive, wearable, and scalable. LEAP:IN
• [New] Foundation for Future Innovation: 5G will be foundational for future innovations in the T & L industry, with its ability to support dense connectivity crucial for industrial IoT applications. TeckNexus
• [New] Microchip Technology strengthens 2025 semiconductor leadership via financial resilience, strategic acquisitions, and AI/IoT innovations, outperforming peers with Q1 2026 $1.075 B revenue and 13.0% CAGR. Ainvest
• [New] The number of IoT devices is projected to surpass 30 billion by 2030, with a significant portion already active in 2025. IT Convergence
• [New] The 2025 competitive environment rewards early adopters of advanced Industrial IoT technologies while penalizing facilities maintaining disconnected operations that provide no visibility into equipment health or performance optimization opportunities. Oxmaint Blog
• [New] Beyond smartphones, Apple is poised to refresh its wearable lineup, with leaks suggesting the Apple Watch Ultra 3 could introduce satellite connectivity for emergency use in remote areas, a feature that aligns with growing demands for safety-focused tech. WebProNews
• [New] By 2025, IoT will have a transformative impact across various industries, from healthcare to logistics, manufacturing, and retail. SE Software Technologies
• [New] By 2025, IoT devices will use blockchain to ensure the integrity of data and secure communication between devices. SE Software Technologies
• [New] Wearable Technology: In 2025, wearable IoT devices will do more than just track steps or heart rate. SE Software Technologies
• [New] Over 25 billion IoT devices will be connected globally by 2025, with the industrial sector accounting for a significant share. SAMEX - Smart Facility Asset Management Expert
• [New] The statistics for 2025 are unequivocal: IoT and OT threats are growing at an unsustainable rate, fueled by basic, preventable security failures with multi million dollar consequences. DeepStrike
• The global semiconductor industry is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030-2035, driven by demand in AI, 5G/6G, IoT, EVs, robotics, defence and space technologies. KPs 21st Century IAS Academy
• Future Starlink could tie into IoT for health (connecting remote clinics' equipment) or enable VR/AR education experiences delivered via satellite. Bez Kabli
• One wild card: Starlink for IoT - SpaceX could release a tiny IoT terminal or module that reports sensor data. Bez Kabli
• With further advances in scaling up production, enhancing power efficiency, integrating multi-sensor arrays, and developing compatible neuromorphic hardware, we anticipate transformative applications in healthcare technology, robotics, and environmental monitoring within the next decade. New Atlas
• Wearables have helped make the IoT industry the $594 billion dollar behemoth it is today (the wearables industry itself is expected to balloon to $111 billion by 2027). Built In
• While satellite IoT revenues may be smaller compared to other markets, they remain significant with connections projected to grow at an impressive 23.8% CAGR between 2023 and 2030. Omdia
• IoT Networks: NI will also see growth in Internet of Things connectivity - NB-IoT and LTE-M already cover much of UK, enabling smart agriculture, environmental sensors in rural NI, etc. TS2 Space
• Industry reports show there are over 16 to 18 billion IoT devices active worldwide, with forecasts pushing that toward 40 billion by 2030. Spenza
• At the end of 2025, the total number of IoT connections will rise more than 25 billion. Precedence Research

Last updated: 14 September 2025