Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] The global surge in IoT device deployment, projected to exceed 30 billion connected devices by 2025, is a primary driver for smart sensor demand. Persistence Market Research
• [New] IDC projects 41.6 billion connected IoT devices by 2025, producing nearly 79 zettabytes of data per year. Edge AI and Vision Alliance
• [New] The number of connected IoT devices is projected to reach 19.8 billion by 2025 and is expected to double by 2034, with 40.6 billion connected IoT devices. demandsage
• [New] Asia Pacific will exhibit the highest CAGR as a result of increasing consumer electronics demand, favorable government policies, and growing IoT deployment in industries such as healthcare and agriculture. Polaris
• [New] IoT device adoption is expected to surge to 40.6 billion by 2034. demandsage
• [New] In 2026, as edge computing, 5G/6G deployment, and IoT devices become more common, we will witness big assaults coming from the weakest embedded device instead of the main data center. Forbes
• [New] By 2029, generative / composite AI will be integrated into ~60% of edge computing deployments (up from < 5% in 2023), illustrating the rapid convergence of AI with IoT. 1BusinessWorld
• [New] Connected Vehicles dominate IoT revenue, growing from $73.2 billion in 2023 to the forecasted value of $120.2 billion in 2027. demandsage
• [New] For NXP, its strong position in automotive and IoT, combined with strategic local manufacturing initiatives, could provide resilience against global disruptions, but navigating renewed trade barriers will be crucial. The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] Cybersecurity in late 2025 is defined by a paradox: innovation and capital are flowing faster than threat actors' sophistication can be measured, yet the attack surface is expanding in parallel - driven by AI, a flurry of new entrants, and the ever-greyer boundaries between IT and OT. News, Events, Advertising Options
• The number of IoT things is skyrocketing: forecasts suggest about 29 billion connected devices by 2027, driven by smart cities, manufacturing, and consumer wearables. Interesting Engineering
• In summary, with tens of billions of dollars projected for AI edge spending, analysts foresee that a majority of new IoT devices will run on brain-inspired chips within a few years. Interesting Engineering
• The majority of new IoT products will incorporate local AI by the late 2020s. Interesting Engineering
• IoT devices will exceed 25 billion in early 2026 and reach 40 billion before 2030. LITSLINK
• By 2025, experts forecast between 19 to 27 billion IoT devices worldwide. LITSLINK
• IoT applications could generate between $3.9 trillion and $11.1 trillion per year by 2025. LITSLINK
• The oft-repeated figure is 70% of IoT by 2027, which aligns with IoT growth forecasts, meaning neuromorphic could power edge AI in most devices soon. Interesting Engineering
• In 2025 U.S. CNSA 2.0 and Executive Orders from the White House mandate PQC adoption by 2030, while the EU and allies plan mandatory transitions by 2026-2030 to secure critical sectors like finance, healthcare, and IoT against future quantum attacks. Yahoo Finance
• Integration of AI, IoT, and data analytics in traffic control, alongside growing public-private partnerships, is expected to enhance transportation efficiency and safety globally. SecurityWorldMarket.com
• Cellular IoT connections over 5G are projected to reach 7 billion by 2025, underscoring its pivotal role. Continuum Digital Canada

Last updated: 16 November 2025