The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things
A curated UK edition of TechDay 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
IoT firms face skills strain as global deployments rise
Skills shortages are delaying IoT roll-outs as firms expand abroad, with 60 per cent of decision-makers citing expertise gaps.
NTT Data & Hyster-Yale deploy AI for assembly checks
Manufacturers are under pressure to catch assembly faults earlier as the on-site system flags missing steps before products move on.
SAMP Risk launches buy-down cover for renewable sites
The cover could free up millions in reserves for smaller renewable sites, while giving insurers live data to price risk more tightly.
World Cup tech draws UK fans' interest in stadium systems
UK supporters are taking a fresh interest in the sensors, cameras and robotic systems quietly shaping match decisions and stadium safety.
EE survey says connected toys dominate UK children's play
Parents are increasingly uneasy as connected devices become a staple of play, with many hiding WiFi toys or limiting use to restore balance.
NCC Group joins Cyber Scheme accredited company programme
The recognition could help buyers identify cyber providers whose staff meet UK professional standards, amid skills shortages and crowded markets.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Internet of Things
IoT firms face skills strain as global deployments rise
Nvidia launches vision AI agent blueprints for industry
Claroty adds five partners to microsegmentation alliance
TCS tops Everest Group's store services provider ranking
Manufacturers turn to AI as maintenance know-how fades
Expert Columns
SonicWall research sounds Code Red on healthcare cybersecurity as attack rates refuse to decline
Your bottle cooler knows more than your data team: Here's how it unlocks agentic AI
The Death of the Firewall
Building stronger foundations for the future of retail
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Inside Wialon's Partner Challenge: How telematics went off road at Dakar Rally
Pet tech leader on women in innovation & GPS safety
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
Purpose beyond profession: The impact of a career in tech
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Internet of Things News
Netgear launches Insight 10.0 for AI-led network ops
Small IT teams could cut manual network work as the cloud platform adds AI tools to spot issues earlier and simplify multi-site management.
Abzorb builds shared LoRaWAN network for Essex councils
The 98% coverage could let Essex councils add sensor-based services to one network, avoiding separate infrastructure and saving money.
BSI urges existing age standard for social media ban
Adopting an existing age assurance standard could let ministers enforce under-16 social media limits without forcing children to hand over extra data.
Chameleon launches VWAN display for hard-to-connect homes
It could help bring smart metering to up to 350,000 homes left in Britain's connectivity black spots, using broadband instead of signal links.
Antevia wins JOSCAR supplier status for private 5G
The listing gives Antevia a quicker route into tightly controlled UK supply chains, easing procurement for its private 5G network offering.
Kingston expands industrial memory for embedded systems
System designers and OEMs gain longer-term supply and support as Kingston adds industrial memory and SSDs for harsher, high-uptime deployments.
Panduit launches second-generation Class 4 power system
The updated platform could cut copper use and space needs for enterprises by centralising backup power and supporting longer cable runs.
Centrica names Chameleon as smart meter display partner
More UK households could get real-time energy usage data as Centrica adds Chameleon to bolster smart meter rollout supply capacity.
Spitfire IoT revenue surges as UK customers adopt SIMs
UK firms are cutting connectivity costs as Spitfire's IoT revenue jumps 238% on demand from generators, EV chargers and kiosks.
Motive expands UK platform with new AI fleet tools
UK fleet managers could cut collisions and manual admin as Motive adds AI cameras, automation and driver rewards to one platform.
Cybercriminals target wealthy individuals, Everywhen warns
Wealthy households face a rising risk of theft and fraud as attackers mine social media, smart devices and public profiles for easy entry points.
e2e-assure & A&O Corsaire seal UK cyber partnership
UK regulated sectors will get a single evidence trail from testing to live monitoring, reducing audit friction and supply chain risk.
London e-bike thefts hit record high as market grows
Rising losses are putting pressure on operators and insurers as London's e-bike fleet grows, with thefts up 21% to a record 2,966 last year.
Antevia & Ontix team up on shared indoor 5G network
It could cut indoor 5G deployment costs for venues by letting public mobile and private network services share the same radio kit.
Most firms use IT tools for OT security, study finds
Yet only 15 per cent have deployed OT-specific visibility tools, even as cyber incidents have already disrupted critical systems for most respondents.
Katsina signs deal for 50,000 solar AI streetlights
The deal could bring free public internet and a new revenue stream to Katsina, while shifting AI processing onto solar-powered street lamps.
Aruba joins IDSA to boost data space access for SMEs
Managed data connectors could cut costs and technical hurdles for SMEs seeking access to Europe’s shared industrial data networks.
Europe launches HiCONNECTS to cut AI data centre power
Researchers say light-based computing could curb rising electricity demand as AI and cloud services push data centres towards higher power use.
BSI marks 125 years with digital standards collection
Digital standards are now shaping cloud security, AI governance and connected devices as BSI marks its 125th anniversary.
Reconeyez appoints Mark Williams as EMEA Sales Chief
The security technology group is betting on partner-led growth in EMEA as it broadens support for installers and integrators after joining VOSKER.
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