The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things

2026 · Asian Edition

Also known as IoT.

The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a vast network of interconnected devices and technologies that communicate, collect, and exchange data to transform various aspects of daily life and industry. From smart homes and cities to healthcare and manufacturing, IoT is reshaping how businesses operate and how individuals interact with technology.

Exploring our recent stories, you'll find insights into the rapid growth of IoT markets, critical security challenges, innovative partnerships, and real-world applications that illustrate IoT's expanding role. Learn about advancements in smart home certification, enterprise digital transformation led by CIOs, surges in IoT-related cyber threats, and the burgeoning market for IoT network management.

Read on to understand the intersection of IoT with emerging technologies like AI, edge computing, and 5G, as well as how enterprises are navigating the complexities of scalability, privacy, and security in IoT deployments. Whether you're interested in how IoT enhances operational efficiency, drives sustainability, or demands new approaches to cybersecurity, our collection of stories offers valuable perspectives and guidance.

Asian Internet of Things news
Analyst Insights
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Polaris Market Research · IoT · UC
Last week
Tenable launches OT discovery tool for exposure management
Gartner · IoT · DataCentre infrastructure
This month
Conflow wins Frost & Sullivan award for AI streetlights
Frost & Sullivan · IoT · Smart Cities
This month
AI dominates US CEO calls as Iran references surge
IoT Analytics · IoT · SaaS
This month
DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition
IDC MarketScape · IoT · SaaS
Last month
Expert columns
Debunking the myths holding back asset performance management
By Iman Ghodosi of Prometheus
Last week
Supporting service providers with their global ambitions
By Mike Mills of Gamma
Last week
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
By Leelin Thye of SonicWall
Last month
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
By Jeremy Blackburn of ChainIT
Last month
Purpose beyond profession: The impact of a career in tech
By Aileen Ryan of RAIN Alliance
Last month
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
By Annabel Mantel of Ultion
Last month
Enterprises urged to act now on post-quantum security
By Vidya Shankaran CISSP of Commvault
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era
By Tiju Cherian of SonicWall
Mon, 26th Jan 2026
In 2026, AI is setting course for maritime competitiveness
By Matt Miller of AVEVA
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
By Andrew Burnet of Milestone Systems Interim
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
Enterprises race to modernise asset management as digital demands rise
By Iman Ghodosi of Prometheus
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
For China to lead in AI, it must first master its data foundation
By Edmund Ng of Melissa
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Using Flash Storage to Unlock Insights from Unstructured Data
By Giorgio Ippoliti of Sandisk
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Asia's video security enters a new era of hybrid intelligence
By Kiean Khoo of Milestone Systems
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Connected construction powers the future of data centres
By Fred Rio of Trackunit
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Interviews
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
Discussing Cloud Services
This month
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Discussing Manufacturing
Last month
Recent news
Indosat trials AI-powered 5G call linking Jakarta, Europe
About Robotics
Last month
GSMA Foundry & NUHS partner on 5G connected health
About Robotics
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
KleanNara halves SAP & Oracle support costs with Rimini
About IT Industry
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
GSMA & NUHS team on 5G, AI to power smart hospitals
About Cloud Services
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
FPT gains HITRUST AI security nod for Hanoi centre
About Data Protection
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
Indosat launches AI suite for Indonesia supply chains
About Unified Communications
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
Rockwell opens Singapore hub for industrial cyber defence
About Cloud Services
Mon, 9th Feb 2026
AI-driven cyber attacks surge in Check Point 2026 report
About Firewalls
Wed, 4th Feb 2026
CelcomDigi spotlights 5G with towerrun & track duel
About Gaming
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra EV joins Gran Turismo 7 car roster
About Gaming
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
CelcomDigi completes IOI estate-wide mobile rollout
About Agricultural Technology
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
ADLINK wins Gartner Asia-Pacific awards for AI factory
About Productivity
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
CelcomDigi powers IOI estates with new 4G networks
About Cloud Services
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
StarHub unveils fast-service compact store at Suntec City
About Robotics
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
HPE boosts retail resilience with new edge & core tech
About Data Protection
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
ADLINK pairs ABOS with modules to meet IoT security rules
About Semiconductors
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
Mitsubishi Electric becomes Linux Foundation gold member
About Cloud Services
Mon, 12th Jan 2026
ADLINK wins seven Taiwan awards for AI edge systems
About Unified Communications
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
CelcomDigi revamps ONE bundle with 5G, fibre & Disney+
About Gaming
Tue, 30th Dec 2025
Coupang breach & camera hacks expose Asia cyber gaps
About Firewalls
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Job moves
Dragos appoints Japan Country Manager to expand market
Move at Macnica
This month
LoRa Alliance names new CEO & Board Chair for growth
Move at LoRa Alliance
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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