Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] Smart-city IoT cellular connections will grow at a 17.9% CAGR (2022-2027), exceeding 122 million. Bayelsa Watch
• [New] By 2026, IoT data combined with blockchain smart contracts will revolutionize agri-finance and insurance. Farmonaut
• [New] In 2026, integration of satellite-based multispectral imagery with on-field IoT sensors will offer comprehensive, real-time monitoring of vegetation health, soil status, and growth cycles. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, smart irrigation will be driven by real-time soil and weather data from IoT sensors and verified by blockchain. Farmonaut
• [New] At the S4x 26 security conference, Siemens will demonstrate its AI-ready Industrial automation DataCenter, a unified, holistic solution that consolidates decades of cross-industry automation expertise into one robust IT/OT platform. Industrial Cyber
• [New] As global industrial systems become more connected through cloud and enterprise networks, traditional OT (operational technology) and ICS (industrial control systems) face a heightened risk of cyber threats. Industrial Cyber
• [New] By 2026, the convergence of AI, IoT, and robotics will shift the food and beverage industry from reactive manual processes to proactive, data-driven ecosystems that prioritize sustainability and precision. shvictorystar
• [New] Preparing for what comes next IoT over the next decade will be largely defined by increased AI integration, enhanced security frameworks, and stronger cross-industry collaboration. Northern.tech AS
• In 2026, Remote SIM Provisioning - enabled embedded Subscriber Identity Module (eSIM) architecture will be essential for the long-term security of cellular IoT environments. ABI Research
• At MWC 2026, we expect to see an increased focus on a variety of satellite-enabled usage scenarios, including industrial IoT, automotive connectivity, private networks and backup connectivity for data centers and AI workloads. CCS Insight
• (GSMA / Ericsson Mobility Report) IoT devices will exceed 21 billion in 2025 and nearly 40 billion in 2030. LBMC
• (IoT Analytics) Cellular IoT connections will reach $8 billion by 2030, expanding automation. LBMC
• A new report from Viasat shows that 91% of decision-makers across five major industries plan to adopt Direct-to-Device Internet of Things devices within their IoT strategy over the next 18 months. viasat.com
• Satellite IoT is no longer a niche, with experts predicting that its subscriber base will reach 32.5 million by 2029. Satellite Evolution
• Enterprise edge-enabled IoT devices are projected to reach 921 million, bringing the total worldwide to 5,814 million. Bayelsa Watch
• By 2026, the number of commercial edge-enabled IoT devices is expected to reach approximately 4,893 million, reflecting strong adoption. Bayelsa Watch
• In 2026, expect to see more solutions marketed for IoT segmentation and monitoring, as well as increased adoption of agentless security tools that can watch IoT devices without installing software on them (since you often can not install AV on a thermostat or printer). Malware Analysis, News and Indicators
• By 2030, 50% of all knee replacements will use robotic assistance, and 75% will incorporate smart sensor technology. My Medicine Advisor - Free Health Calculators & Doctor-
• The number of IoT connections is projected to increase from 19.9 billion in 2025 to 60.6 billion in 2034 (Statista), and real-time applications-telemedicine, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation-make modular edge data centers essential. DATACENTER FORUM 2026 - Tehnologii si Sisteme de Data C
• Edge Data Centers Growth: Independent edge data center deployments are growing rapidly, projected to nearly double in value by 2030, enabling localized data processing for IoT and AI workloads. openpr
• In 2026 and beyond, wearable devices are expected to combine glucose variability data with sleep metrics, stress indicators, and physical activity patterns. bleo

Last updated: 01 March 2026