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The Ultimate Guide to Internet of Things

A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Internet of Things (IoT).

What to know about Internet of Things

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.

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Recent Internet of Things News

Cloudflare reports surge in smaller, shorter DDoS attacks
Distributed Denial of Service

Cloudflare reports surge in smaller, shorter DDoS attacks

Businesses face more frequent disruption as Cloudflare says 96% of network-layer attacks now end in under 10 minutes and stay below 1 Gbps.

Last week

LG Electronics posts strong Q3 on vehicle & AI demand
Robotics

LG Electronics posts strong Q3 on vehicle & AI demand

Vehicle and AI data centre orders helped lift operating profit 34.1 per cent to KRW 781.9 billion in the third quarter.

Last week

CSL Group buys SIMPL Wireless in North America push
Mergers and Acquisitions

CSL Group buys SIMPL Wireless in North America push

The deal gives CSL Group a US base and wider carrier access as demand grows for resilient IoT connectivity across critical sectors.

Last week

Blackline Safety wins second Firehouse Innovation Award
Firefighting

Blackline Safety wins second Firehouse Innovation Award

Fire departments are adopting connected monitors faster, with Blackline saying its fire-hazmat customer base has risen 42% to more than 500 worldwide.

Last week

Fortinet launches cloud SASE for small branch offices
Managed Services

Fortinet launches cloud SASE for small branch offices

The move gives retailers and other distributed operators cloud security for small branches without adding on-site firewalls or endpoint software.

Last week

AoFrio launches Ask iQ for cooler fleet data queries
Sustainability

AoFrio launches Ask iQ for cooler fleet data queries

The new tool lets beverage brands question cooler fleets in plain language, drawing on data from more than 3.7 million connected units.

Last month

Aeris adds SGP.32 support to IoT eSIM Orchestrator
Firewalls

Aeris adds SGP.32 support to IoT eSIM Orchestrator

The update lets enterprises switch IoT eSIM profiles across borders more easily, as Aeris says its platform now manages 110 million devices.

Last month

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories
Near Field Communication

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories

Privacy-conscious homes get new choices as LG and Apple roll out seven connected devices, including cameras, a lock and a thermostat.

Last month

Intel, Atsign boost secure agentic AI for transport
Robotics

Intel, Atsign boost secure agentic AI for transport

Encrypted data exchanges in smart transport can now run far faster on Intel chips, easing a key barrier to edge AI deployment.

Last month

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers
Firewalls

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers

More organisations are treating access control controllers as strategic infrastructure, even as missing cybersecurity features rise to 32% of systems.

Last month

AI buildings cut energy use by up to 22%: Schneider
Sustainability

AI buildings cut energy use by up to 22%: Schneider

The technology could save building owners thousands in annual utility bills while cutting emissions far faster than the AI systems themselves.

Wed, 23rd Sep 2026

Dragos buys NetRise & runZero to boost xOT security
Manufacturing

Dragos buys NetRise & runZero to boost xOT security

Critical infrastructure operators gain broader visibility across devices, firmware and cloud systems as Dragos folds two specialist tools into its platform.

Tue, 22nd Sep 2026

Ayla launches Dealer Hub for connected device networks
Cloud Services

Ayla launches Dealer Hub for connected device networks

Manufacturers can now monitor dealer-installed devices across sites, aiming to cut service delays and spot faults before customers complain.

Tue, 22nd Sep 2026

Blackline sees early uptake for G8 safety wearable
Location tracking

Blackline sees early uptake for G8 safety wearable

Early customer adoption of the G8 wearable is bolstering Blackline Safety's push to sell one device for monitoring workers in hazardous sites.

Sat, 19th Sep 2026

ExpressVPN launches Fortify router with GL.iNet partnership
Firewalls

ExpressVPN launches Fortify router with GL.iNet partnership

Home users gain wider VPN coverage as ExpressVPN ends Aircove and Aircove Go sales and shifts to GL.iNet's Fortify router.

Thu, 17th Sep 2026

NTT Data expands AI ops platform for Daimler Truck
IT services

NTT Data expands AI ops platform for Daimler Truck

Daimler Truck's manufacturing operations will get earlier warnings of IT faults as NTT Data adds AI monitoring and automation across its global infrastructure.

Thu, 10th Sep 2026

Guickly raises USD $4.2m to track enterprise AI spend
Software-as-a-Service

Guickly raises USD $4.2m to track enterprise AI spend

Enterprise buyers now have a new tool to curb unpredictable AI bills as Guickly secures USD $4.2 million and targets shadow usage.

Tue, 8th Sep 2026

LG & Marriott launch smart hotel room platform pilot
Software Updates

LG & Marriott launch smart hotel room platform pilot

Guests at 40 Marriott hotels in the US and Canada will get connected room controls and streaming as operations shift to cloud management.

Sat, 5th Sep 2026

Education hit hardest by cyber attacks, SonicWall says
Bring Your Own Device

Education hit hardest by cyber attacks, SonicWall says

Student records and research systems are coming under intense pressure as education networks log the highest per-device cyber attack rates, SonicWall said.

Thu, 3rd Sep 2026

LG unveils ThinQ Claw AI agent for connected home platform
Home automation

LG unveils ThinQ Claw AI agent for connected home platform

The text-based agent aims to simplify control of connected appliances by letting users describe plans in natural language rather than set routines.

Tue, 1st Sep 2026

Job Moves