The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things
A curated UK edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Internet of Things (IoT).
What to know about Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a vast network of interconnected devices and technologies that communicate, collect, and exchange data to transform various aspects of daily life and industry. From smart homes and cities to healthcare and manufacturing, IoT is reshaping how businesses operate and how individuals interact with technology.
Exploring our recent stories, you'll find insights into the rapid growth of IoT markets, critical security challenges, innovative partnerships, and real-world applications that illustrate IoT's expanding role. Learn about advancements in smart home certification, enterprise digital transformation led by CIOs, surges in IoT-related cyber threats, and the burgeoning market for IoT network management.
Read on to understand the intersection of IoT with emerging technologies like AI, edge computing, and 5G, as well as how enterprises are navigating the complexities of scalability, privacy, and security in IoT deployments. Whether you're interested in how IoT enhances operational efficiency, drives sustainability, or demands new approaches to cybersecurity, our collection of stories offers valuable perspectives and guidance.
UK Internet of Things News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Chameleon launches Nexus to cut building costs & risks
Housing providers could trim maintenance bills and spot damp risks earlier as Chameleon's Nexus links live data on buildings and assets.
TechWorks summit unites UK deep tech sector in London
More than 700 delegates used the sold-out summit to press for stronger investment and collaboration to turn UK deep-tech research into jobs.
LH Agro picks Spitfire for farm machine connectivity
Usage-based SIM billing will help keep GPS-guided tractors and combines connected in rural areas as LH Agro expands precision farming across the UK.
Bewley Homes extends UK Connect partnership for sites
Reliable site access is set to keep Bewley Homes' growing developments connected from day one as it renews a decade-old UK Connect tie.
LMNTRIX appoints Kevin Wright to lead UK growth
Growing demand for managed detection and response is driving the company's UK expansion as boards face tougher resilience expectations.
Boldyn rolls out 5G RedCap for livestock monitoring
Farmers in West Sussex can now spot heat stress earlier after a private 5G link put in-pen sensors on livestock buildings.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Internet of Things
Targa Telematics wins Frost & Sullivan strategy award
Ericsson launches NetCloud Private for regulated users
Fortinet named Gartner Leader in hybrid mesh firewall
LMNTRIX appoints Kevin Wright to lead UK growth
Embedded systems hit USD $585 billion as edge AI grows
Featured News
Expert Columns
Engineering for operations: going from security to insight
While you were doomscrolling: Medusa ransomware hits 500+ victims (and your spaghetti sauce might be listening to you)
From Clipboard to Cloud: Why manual temperature checks are a food safety gap of the past
Fighting fraud at scale: Why entitlement servers are becoming central to telecoms security
The future of autonomous security
Why maritime and offshore leaders are sinking physical SIMs for global connectivity
Why the physical dealership Is the next frontier of digital transformation
Cloud-based connectivity as a business enabler in the IoT age
Your home battery is quietly becoming a trading asset
Infrastructure under pressure: Why intelligence, not replacement, is the answer
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Internet of Things News
AI buildings cut energy use by up to 22%: Schneider
The technology could save building owners thousands in annual utility bills while cutting emissions far faster than the AI systems themselves.
Dragos buys NetRise & runZero to boost xOT security
Critical infrastructure operators gain broader visibility across devices, firmware and cloud systems as Dragos folds two specialist tools into its platform.
Ayla launches Dealer Hub for connected device networks
Manufacturers can now monitor dealer-installed devices across sites, aiming to cut service delays and spot faults before customers complain.
Blackline sees early uptake for G8 safety wearable
Early customer adoption of the G8 wearable is bolstering Blackline Safety's push to sell one device for monitoring workers in hazardous sites.
Certificate failures cost Australian firms over USD $250,000
Expired or mismanaged certificates are now causing outages for many Australian firms, with nearly a tenth reporting losses above USD $250,000.
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ExpressVPN launches Fortify router with GL.iNet partnership
Home users gain wider VPN coverage as ExpressVPN ends Aircove and Aircove Go sales and shifts to GL.iNet's Fortify router.
Software-defined automation reshapes industrial control
Industrial operators could cut downtime and supplier lock-in as open, software-led systems replace rigid control hardware.
Rithum launches home app for remote heating control
The rollout gives homeowners remote access to heating, cooling and hot water, while keeping schedules running locally during internet outages.
EU cyber rules test manufacturers' reporting readiness
Manufacturers face a 24-hour EU reporting deadline only after proving a flaw is in their product and actively exploited, testing their records.
Genetec urges buyers to test vendors for CRA readiness
Buyers of connected security kit face tougher supplier checks as the EU Cyber Resilience Act pushes lifecycle support and disclosure higher on the agenda.
NTT Data expands AI ops platform for Daimler Truck
Daimler Truck's manufacturing operations will get earlier warnings of IT faults as NTT Data adds AI monitoring and automation across its global infrastructure.
Guickly raises USD $4.2m to track enterprise AI spend
Enterprise buyers now have a new tool to curb unpredictable AI bills as Guickly secures USD $4.2 million and targets shadow usage.
LG & Marriott launch smart hotel room platform pilot
Guests at 40 Marriott hotels in the US and Canada will get connected room controls and streaming as operations shift to cloud management.
Education hit hardest by cyber attacks, SonicWall says
Student records and research systems are coming under intense pressure as education networks log the highest per-device cyber attack rates, SonicWall said.
LG unveils ThinQ Claw AI agent for connected home platform
The text-based agent aims to simplify control of connected appliances by letting users describe plans in natural language rather than set routines.
Semtech touts LoRa for utility-scale solar monitoring
Operators can cut cabling costs and improve fault detection as Semtech pushes LoRa for remote monitoring across vast solar farms.
Wialon launches hardware-free fleet data integration
Fleet operators can now tap factory-fitted vehicle data from more than 20 brands without aftermarket hardware, cutting costs and installation work.
Verizon backs end-to-end 5G slicing for critical users
Mission-critical users could get more reliable service as Verizon says full-network slicing beats separate physical cores for 5G traffic.
Public exploit code targets Cudy router flaw chain
Patching is urgent for Cudy WR3000 rev 2.0 routers, as public code shows how two flaws can let attackers gain root command execution.
Cudy router flaws could allow root command execution
Owners of certain Cudy WR3000 routers face a root takeover risk unless they update firmware to patch two chained flaws.
Job Moves
Reconeyez appoints Mark Williams as EMEA Sales Chief
Chameleon appoints Tim Cox as CTO to drive platform growth
ANYbotics names Thierry Obédé Chief Revenue Officer
ProGlove co founder Brunnbauer takes managing director role
Peel Ports Group welcomes Gavin Laybourne as technology chief
Nexer names Gareth Mitchell-Jones UK Data & AI Lead
Steffan Schumacher appointed as Tuxera's new CEO
Stacuity appoints John Freeman as new CEO to drive growth
Claroty names Nick Haan as new Field CTO for Strategic Partners
