The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things

2026 · Kiwi 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.

Kiwi Internet of Things news
Analyst Insights
Claroty named Leader in 2026 Gartner CPS security report
Gartner · IoT · IoT Security
Yesterday
Claroty named Gartner Leader again for CPS protection
Gartner · IoT · Network Infrastructure
2 days ago
SUSE buys Losant to boost open source industrial IoT
Gartner · IoT · Virtualisation
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
Reviews
Hands-on Review: Asus ZenWiFi BD4 Smart Home Mesh
Gaming
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
Expert columns
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
By Jeremy Blackburn of ChainIT
Last week
Purpose beyond profession: The impact of a career in tech
By Aileen Ryan of RAIN Alliance
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
Why resilience won't future-proof our supply chains
By Farokh Ghadially of Schneider Electric
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Enterprises race to modernise asset management as digital demands rise
By Iman Ghodosi of Prometheus
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Using Flash Storage to Unlock Insights from Unstructured Data
By Giorgio Ippoliti of Sandisk
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Connected construction powers the future of data centres
By Fred Rio of Trackunit
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
AI and the future of supply chains: Moving from predictive to adaptive
By Alan Win of Middlebank Consulting Group
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
The cybersecurity imperative for smart factories
By Inba Rathinam of Rockwell Automation
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
How integrated video analytics is helping cities tackle urban mobility
By Jordan Cullis of Milestone
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
How emerging technologies in critical infrastructure are expanding cyber risks
By Michael Murphy of Fortinet
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Interviews
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
Discussing Firewalls
Last month
Exclusive: Emily Choi on Samsung's AI companion push
Discussing Software Updates
Thu, 29th Jan 2026
Recent news
Nvidia pushes Jetson as edge hub for open AI models
About Robotics
Today
Wireless CVEs surge, exposing hidden risks for AI centres
About Bluetooth
Today
PQShield shrinks post-quantum crypto for tiny devices
About Software Updates
Yesterday
Vertiv unveils PowerUPS 6000 for harsh industrial sites
About Energy efficient
Yesterday
SITA links Google Find Hub with WorldTracer baggage data
About Data Protection
2 days ago
Siemens unveils LOGO! 9 compact controller upgrade
About Ethernet
2 days ago
AMD boosts Ryzen AI P100 chips for edge industrial use
About Virtualisation
2 days ago
MathWorks joins Edge AI group to boost embedded AI
About Education, Learning & Training
3 days ago
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
Xiaomi reveals Vision Gran Turismo electric hypercar
About Gaming
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
Job moves
Gallagher Security names Josh Arnold Chief Product Lead
Move at Gallagher Security
Last month
Telehouse Europe appoints Chris Lamb as Enterprise Director
Move at KCOM
Last month
ITSEC Asia chief wins APAC CEO award for AI cyber push
Move at ITSEC
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Hexaware appoints Raghu Mocherla to lead cyber physical push
Move at Capgemini
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Phosphorus names Brett Raphael Chief Revenue Officer amid growth
Move at CrowdStrike
Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Kasia Hanson joins Alcatraz to drive strategic partnerships growth
Move at Intel
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Sonu Shankar appointed Phosphorus President & COO after growth
Move at Phosphorus Cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
Stefan Leitl appointed Cisco VP for Australia & NZ
Move at Apple
Mon, 25th Aug 2025
Nozomi Networks appoints David Hope to lead APJ cybersecurity push
Move at ForgeRock
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Rob Zagarella joins LoRa Alliance board to boost global IoT
Move at NNNCo
Wed, 21st May 2025
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