The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things

2026 · UK 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.

UK Internet of Things news
Analyst Insights
Satellite Connect Europe unveils MNO-first space network
CCS Insight · IoT · UC
Last month
SUSE buys Losant to boost open source industrial IoT
Gartner · IoT · Virtualisation
Last month
AI tops 2026 industrial tech radar as maturity gaps grow
IoT Analytics · IoT · Robots
Last month
Gartner warns misconfigured AI could halt G20 power
Gartner · IoT · Robots
Last month
New blueprint targets smarter Wi‑Fi in dense housing
ABI Research · IoT · UC
Last month
Expert columns
Pet tech leader on women in innovation & GPS safety
By Weenect
Last week
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
By Jeremy Blackburn of ChainIT
Last week
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
By Annabel Mantel of Ultion
Last week
Enterprises urged to act now on post-quantum security
By Vidya Shankaran CISSP of Commvault
Last month
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
Using Flash Storage to Unlock Insights from Unstructured Data
By Giorgio Ippoliti of Sandisk
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Peering and SASE: How Europe is minimizing latency while maximizing security
By Dr Christoph Dietzel of DE-CIX
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Connected construction powers the future of data centres
By Fred Rio of Trackunit
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Private 5G empowers utilities to secure & modernise operations
By Richard Simmons of Logicalis UK&I
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Tech trends 2026: Where innovation meets resilience
By Will Morey of Gamma Business
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Why the 'edge' will define your construction business in 2026
By Soeren Brogaard of Trackunit
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
How can technology help us overcome friction to build a better travel experience?
By Jim Barlow of Amadeus
Tue, 13th May 2025
What businesses can learn from 15 years of data growth
By Steve Leeper of Datadobi
Thu, 1st May 2025
Recent news
MHP backs ADMARES digital factory for modular homes
About Digitalisation
Last week
Siemens boosts circuit protection with circular soft starter
About Sustainability
Last week
Radisys & AccelerComm extend satellite 5G IoT reach
About Unified Communications
Last week
Firewalla app update boosts DAP security & family tools
About iOS
Last week
OpenID Foundation urges standards for digital estates
About Storage
Last week
Siemens unveils autonomous building tech at Frankfurt fair
About EduTech
Last week
Octave tech to drive Racing Bulls' asset operations
About Productivity
Last week
Qualcomm coalition targets AI-native 6G rollout by 2029
About Motorola
Last week
MathWorks joins EDGE AI group to boost embedded AI
About Energy efficient
Last week
Netskope, Forescout expand zero trust to all devices
About Bring Your Own Device
Last week
Vusion & Qualcomm unveil AI-native vision for retail
About Wearables
Last month
CloudRAN.AI, Firecell expand hardware for private 5G
About Robotics
Last month
Targa Telematics shifts core systems to Equinix hubs
About Sustainability
Last month
AI-ready data centre planned for East Manchester site
About Storage
Last month
Nexcom unveils fanless panel PCs & rugged edge systems
About Robotics
Last month
Job moves
Telehouse Europe appoints Chris Lamb as Enterprise Director
Move at KCOM
Last month
ProGlove co founder Brunnbauer takes managing director role
Move at DHL
Last month
Vertex Group names Puneeta Rajwant to lead India push
Move at Vertex Group
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
Hexaware appoints Raghu Mocherla to lead cyber physical push
Move at Capgemini
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Peel Ports Group welcomes Gavin Laybourne as technology chief
Move at Shell
Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz to drive strategic partnerships growth
Move at Intel
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Pascal Zammit joins FourKites to drive AI supply chain growth
Move at Advisory Council
Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Nexer names Gareth Mitchell-Jones UK Data & AI Lead
Move at Databricks
Sat, 3rd May 2025
Steffan Schumacher appointed as Tuxera's new CEO
Move at Microsoft
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Directed Technologies expands leadership for global growth
Move at Australia Post
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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