Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] The global semiconductor industry is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030-2035, driven by demand in AI, 5G/6G, IoT, EVs, robotics, defence and space technologies. KPs 21st Century IAS Academy
• [New] Future Starlink could tie into IoT for health (connecting remote clinics' equipment) or enable VR/AR education experiences delivered via satellite. Bez Kabli
• [New] One wild card: Starlink for IoT - SpaceX could release a tiny IoT terminal or module that reports sensor data. Bez Kabli
• [New] With further advances in scaling up production, enhancing power efficiency, integrating multi-sensor arrays, and developing compatible neuromorphic hardware, we anticipate transformative applications in healthcare technology, robotics, and environmental monitoring within the next decade. New Atlas
• [New] Wearables have helped make the IoT industry the $594 billion dollar behemoth it is today (the wearables industry itself is expected to balloon to $111 billion by 2027). Built In
• [New] While satellite IoT revenues may be smaller compared to other markets, they remain significant with connections projected to grow at an impressive 23.8% CAGR between 2023 and 2030. Omdia
• [New] IoT Networks: NI will also see growth in Internet of Things connectivity - NB-IoT and LTE-M already cover much of UK, enabling smart agriculture, environmental sensors in rural NI, etc. TS2 Space
• [New] Industry reports show there are over 16 to 18 billion IoT devices active worldwide, with forecasts pushing that toward 40 billion by 2030. Spenza
• At the end of 2025, the total number of IoT connections will rise more than 25 billion. Precedence Research
• The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly expanding, with 18.8 billion connected devices in 2024 and a projected 40 billion by 2030. Recru
• By 2025, 5G-enabled sensor networks in mining could increase operational efficiency by up to 40%. Farmonaut
• The proliferation of IoT devices, expected to reach tens of billions by 2030, opens vast opportunities for cyber security mesh solutions that can secure endpoints across diverse ecosystems. openpr
• As satellite systems take on a greater role in global communications by supporting IoT networks, autonomous systems, remote maintenance, and emergency responses, the need for fast, efficient, and secure communications in bandwidth-constrained environments will only intensify. Via Satellite
• Global number of IoT devices will exceed 25 billion by early 2026. Techiexpert.com
• The number of IoT devices is projected to exceed 20 billion in 2025. DEV Community
• The Internet of Things, connecting billions of devices worldwide, offers unparalleled convenience but also massive security vulnerabilities. Medium
• The technology, expected to be available on the first U.S.-delivered e-foiling ferries in 2027, uses sensor fusion from multiple radar and camera systems to identify and avoid hazards. Marine Log
• In 2025, a farmland ESG model integrates multiple data points-big data analytics, satellite imagery, telematics, and IoT sensors - to deliver a clear, actionable risk profile of every field and operation. Farmonaut
• In 2025, IoT will have further expansion and introduce new vulnerabilities as every connected device becomes a potential entry point for cyber-attacks. Mondaq

Last updated: 07 September 2025