Global Scans · Internet of Things · Weekly Summary

• [New] Asia-Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth during the forecast period, driven by rapid digitalization, a large technology-savvy population, expanding e-commerce ecosystems, and increasing investments in AI, IoT, and smart city initiatives. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The global data volumes are projected to exceed 220 zettabytes by 2026, driven by IoT, cloud computing, and edge devices. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The hardware segment is anticipated to record the highest CAGR during 2026-2035, due to the demand for specialised near-infrared cameras, directional microphone arrays and physiological sensor modules for automotive driver monitoring, retail analytics and healthcare monitoring across the globe. Yahoo! Finance
• [New] By 2030, all new infrastructure projects are to use AI, IoT, GIS and BIM from design to supervision, QC and operation with full transformation occurring by 2035. Last Week in ConTech
• [New] By leveraging Iridium's network and 2.55 million subscribers, the combined company could broaden access to government and commercial markets, expanding IoT, D2D, PNT, and safety-of-life services. Cyclop SpaceTech
• [New] By 2024, connected IoT devices are expected to reach 18.8 billion, with projections topping 40 billion by 2030. Yahoo! Finance
• By 2030, the number of connected IoT devices is expected to surpass 30 billion, driving demand for GPS-enabled solutions. Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence
• IoT deployments are expected to exceed 40 billion connected devices globally by 2030, significantly increasing demand for low-latency AI services. Persistence Market Research
• Global data generation is projected to exceed 220-240 zettabytes by 2026, fueled by IoT devices, social media platforms, connected applications, and enterprise digital systems. Persistence Market Research
• The next wave - Apple's rumored lighter smart-glasses, Meta's Orion successor, and a class of medical-specific HMDs - will be wearable for full clinical shifts. VR Vision
• To underscore, the IEEE IoT technology forecast of connected devices is expected to increase by about 300% from 8.7 billion devices in 2020 to more than 25 billion IoT devices in 2030. fortinet
• Cellular IoT connections will grow to 5.9 billion by 2035, with NB-IoT, 5G Massive IoT, and eRedCap playing key roles amid regional and regulatory variations. IoT Business News
• Apple is planning to release its first AI-focused wearable - a pair of camera-equipped AirPods - in late 2027. Fortune
• Key Opportunity - Telehealth physical therapy platforms represent the highest-growth opportunity, with CMS extended reimbursements, AI-guided exercise programs, and wearable motion-tracking technologies enabling scalable, geographically unrestricted access beyond traditional clinic networks. Persistence Market Research
• Turkey is expected to deploy 5G for industrial Internet of Things, private network slicing, and fixed wireless access, especially in underserved regions, such as rural or geologically challenging areas. itaadmin
• In 2026 and beyond, supply chain transparency will continue to evolve through advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, digital twins, and predictive analytics. Track and Trace Solutions
• 55% of European enterprises cited security risks as a barrier to adopting 5G-enabled IoT solutions. Market Data Forecast
• Wearable ultrasound technology has the potential to enable continuous prenatal monitoring and improve pregnancy outcomes in ways that were previously not possible. SciTechDaily
• North America is expected to witness the highest growth rate of 22.1% due to the widespread adoption of advanced consumer electronics, such as smartphones and wearable devices, which rely heavily on wireless charging technologies. Polaris
• Utilities such as National Grid harness sensor data to monitor critical systems and predict failures, significantly cutting downtime. Yahoo Tech
• The number of connected IoT devices reached 18.5 billion in 2024 and is on pace to hit 21.1 billion by the end of 2025, with a 13.2% compound annual growth rate carrying the installed base to 39 billion by 2030. Swif.ai
• More than half of surveyed organizations now place OT cybersecurity under the CISO or CSO, up from 16% in 2022, while 80% plan to move OT security under CISO oversight within 2027. Industrial Cyber

Last updated: 12 July 2026