Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, IoT data will increasingly be regarded as an economic asset. ithinx
• [New] By 2026, sustainability will no longer be an abstract goal, but a measurable technical requirement for IoT systems. ithinx
• [New] In 2026, digital twins will evolve from static models to continuously updated system images that are directly connected to IoT data streams. ithinx
• [New] By 2026, edge computing will no longer be a supplementary concept, but an integral part of modern IoT reference architectures. ithinx
• [New] IoT creates massive integration demands, with connected devices growing from 18.8 billion in 2026 to 40 billion by 2030. Integrate.io
• [New] The projected L2 user base will exceed 6 million active addresses by late 2026, with IoT and micro-transaction use cases growing 80% year-over-year. Medium
• [New] By the year 2026, the most established IoT frameworks will have been designed with robust security measures such as secure hardware identities, encrypted communications and anomaly detection systems. IoT Central
• [New] In 2026, energy efficiency and environmental impact will be non-negotiable elements in the design of IoT products and services. IoT Central
• [New] Priorities will shift from coverage and price to resilience and flexibility In 2026 the decline of 'connect and forget' IoT will reshape the entire competitive landscape. / UK Wireless Logic Limited
• [New] Half a trillion dollars - that's the potential annual savings when smart cities fully embrace 5G and IoT by 2030. PatentPC
• [New] Up to 60% of large-scale agriculture programs globally will integrate digital tools like GPS-guided machinery, IoT sensors, and drones into their core curricula. Farmonaut
• [New] IoT botnets in 2026 have evolved to target vulnerabilities within multiple smart devices simultaneously, turning them into coordinated soldiers in a botnet army. TrustCommunity
• [New] By 2026, the integration of IoT with AI and Edge computing will move retail operations from reactive to proactive. Emerline
• [New] In 2026, IoT and 5G will drive sustainability by tracking emissions in real time and supporting autonomous fleets. HotBot
• 2026 and onward will see the fusion of precision agriculture, IoT / AI technologies, and data-driven environmental management in every urban and peri-urban farm. Farmonaut
• By 2026, IoT adoption is expected to accelerate as AI-powered edge devices become more capable, reducing latency and improving real-time decision-making. Digital IT News
• By 2026, IoT in the B2B space will shift from simple device connectivity to self-orchestrating systems that use real-time sensing, AI, and automation to correct issues before humans ever notice them. Digital IT News
• By the year 2026, the Internet of Things will exist as a telemetry layer and transforms into the operational nervous system of organizations, making routing decisions, predicting failures, reallocating resources, and performing other complex operations without the need for human intervention. Digital IT News
• Criminals using AI tools could increasingly target IoT networks - from industrial robots and smart factories to healthcare sensors and autonomous logistics systems. IOT Insider
• 75% of large manufacturers will use AI-enabled OT (operational technology) cyber defences by 2029 to combat the risk of data model contamination. Amiko Consulting
• The IoT landscape of 2026 will challenge many enterprises because scale and complexity are accelerating. Ericsson
• In 2026, the combination of Blockchain + IoT will not be an experiment anymore; it will be a strategic choice of an enterprise pursuing stronger security, automation, and data integrity. Offshore IT Services | IT Software Solutions Company
• In 2026, IoT innovation risks being slowed by increasingly complex cybersecurity legislation and certification demands. Wireless Logic Limited

Last updated: 08 February 2026