Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] Attacks on critical infrastructure (e.g. targeting chip factories' OT systems) are credible; Stuxnet-style tactics could damage production lines. Risk Intelligence Service
• [New] The emergence of satellite-assisted cellular IoT solutions represents a transformational opportunity to extend connectivity into remote, underserved regions and support global asset tracking scenarios beyond terrestrial network coverage. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The number of connected IoT devices is projected to surpass 50 billion globally by 2030. Persistence Market Research
• [New] While a version of NB-IoT NTN was ratified in 2024, it will become far more useful for more applications when it is rolled into broader 6G standards in the coming years. IEEE Spectrum
• [New] Pharma supply chains are embracing AI, digital twins, IoT, and DSCSA-driven traceability to improve resilience, visibility, and profitability amid rising global disruptions. Pharmaceutical Commerce
• [New] As per a forecast by IoT Analytics, 75% of the total devices in use would be IoT by 2030. GlobeNewswire
• [New] By 2035, widespread deployment of Level 4 and Level 5 autonomous vehicles, combined with advancements in artificial intelligence, sensor technologies, and connected infrastructure, is expected to transform the mobility landscape. DataM Intelligence
• [New] As urban populations increase globally, smart city innovation is expected to remain one of the strongest IoT startup opportunities for years to come. Differ
• Asia-Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth due to large-scale textile manufacturing ecosystems and increasing smart wearable demand in China, Japan, South Korea, and India. openpr
• Rising investments in wearable technologies, expanding adoption of remote patient monitoring systems, and advancements in nanotechnology-based fibers are strengthening commercialization opportunities globally. openpr
• The global IoT ecosystem is accelerating faster than many analysts predicted. Differ
• Emerging Startup Trends Beyond 2026 The next generation of IoT innovation will focus on highly autonomous ecosystems powered by AI, quantum computing, advanced robotics, and predictive intelligence. Differ
• More than 80% of premium smartphones will have agentic AI capabilities by 2027, while a similar proportion of so-called wearable devices are on track to be AI-enabled by 2032. theregister
• Spending on IoT solutions is expected to grow by 14% annually. Market Data Forecast
• Cybersecurity experts project that by the end of 2026, IoT devices will account for 20% of all cyberattacks globally. Mean CEO's BLOG
• In 2026, mental health support is expected to become embedded into everyday life through workplaces, schools, apps, wearable technology, pharmacies, and community programs. campbellhealthsolution.org
• The escalating convergence of IT and OT networks exposes previously isolated systems like BMS, HVAC, elevators, and physical access controls to a wider range of cyber threats. openpr
• In the context of IoT and AI convergence, the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission has explicitly flagged risks of unauthorized access to enterprise data systems a concern directly applicable to RPA bot credentials and privileged access management. Persistence Market Research
• Iranian cyber operations targeting Automatic Tank Gauge systems show the vulnerability of Internet-exposed OT devices in critical infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of segmentation, strong access controls, and full supply-chain risk monitoring. PurpleOps
• IoT connectivity in late 2026 will be more use-case specific, with BLE, Wi-Fi HaLow, Thread, LTE-M, and NB-IoT each finding different lanes. Titoma
• Agriculture SaaS for crop management leads emerging niches, with IoT / AI tools expected to grow 18% in 2026. Appscrip
• There were 18.8 billion connected IoT devices by the end of 2024, with projections indicating growth to 40 billion devices by 2030. Persistence Market Research

Last updated: 07 June 2026