Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] Wearables and Health Tech: The wearables segment, including smartwatches and fitness trackers, is forecasted to expand by 12% year-over-year, fueled by increased demand for health monitoring features and integration with AI-powered wellness platforms (Statista). BeeCost
• [New] Wearables & Health Tech: The wearables segment, including smartwatches and fitness trackers, is expected to surpass 650 million units shipped in 2025, up 8% from 2024. BeeCost
• [New] Apple Visor or Smart Glasses (around 2027) - A mainstream, everyday-wearable pair of smart glasses delivering glanceable notifications and basic AR overlays, aimed squarely at Meta's Ray-Ban line but running a slimmed-down visionOS. SimplyMac
• [New] In 2025, municipalities will integrate sensors, IoT devices, and AI to improve everything from traffic flow to energy use. News Pioneer
• [New] Data flowing from wearables could help improve clinical insights and prevent patient care delays. Healthcare IT News
• [New] Apple has filed a patent for next-generation AirPods that could monitor brain activity using embedded sensors. Tore Says
• [New] By 2030, Apple Intelligence could be fully integrated with all Apple devices and services in its ecosystem, as well as with IoT devices outside the Apple Universe. 24/7 Wall St.
• [New] Emerging opportunities include: the development of smart glass with embedded sensors for freshness monitoring; increased adoption in cannabis packaging following legalization trends; and potential in pharmaceutical secondary packaging where glass remains the FDA-preferred material. Blogger
• [New] The Internet of Things continues expanding, with some experts predicting 50 billion connected devices by 2030. Cool Bio
• With the increasing integration of Industry 4.0 technologies and the rising adoption of IoT devices, the demand for high-performance encoders is expected to surge in the coming years. Blogger
• Whether you are a tech enthusiast or someone curious about the future of smart wearables, Apple Glasses could mark a pivotal moment in the evolution of wearable technology. Geeky gadgets
• As the late 2026 release date approaches, the anticipation surrounding Apple Glasses reflects the growing interest in wearable AR devices. Geeky gadgets
• Rather than using LIDAR sensors, Tesla relies on its vision-only FSD (Full Self-Driving) AI technology powered by the vast data from its vehicle fleet - a strategy Musk argues will be more scalable and cost-effective. Pierce Capital Research
• The rollout of 5G networks is expected to have a significant impact on the growth of IoT devices in 2025. Preventive Approach
• The total installed base of Internet of Things connected devices worldwide is projected to amount to billion units by 2025, a sharp jump from the billion units that are expected in 2021. Statista
• Smart Fabrics: Fabrics with integrated technology, such as sensors or interactive elements, will offer new ways to express and interact with the world. archyde
• With billions of IoT devices projected to join networks in the coming years, Apple's move could influence the way identity is established for devices, not just people. Telecom Ramblings
• The new European Data Act is just around the corner and will profoundly change the way data is generated, shared and used, particularly in the world of the Internet of Things. DLA Piper
• Integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in energy infrastructure will reach 75 billion connected devices by 2025. Vasile Crudu
• COE Security's 2025 deployment for a Dubai smart city implemented secure slicing for 50,000 sensors, cutting slice related risks by 25%. Welcome to COE Security | AI Cyber Security Solutions C
• The EU AI Act, expected to be fully implemented by 2025, categorizes AI systems by risk, imposing stringent requirements on high risk IoT AI, such as autonomous vehicles and medical devices. Welcome to COE Security | AI Cyber Security Solutions C
• COE Security's cloud security expertise, reducing risks by 30-35% in 2025 deployments, provides a roadmap to protect IoT data repositories. Welcome to COE Security | AI Cyber Security Solutions C
• Cloud security platforms used in 2025 retail deployments encrypted 80% of IoT data, reducing breach risks by 30%. Welcome to COE Security | AI Cyber Security Solutions C

Last updated: 13 July 2025