{"id":3861,"date":"2020-03-10T13:46:23","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T08:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/blog\/?p=3861"},"modified":"2026-04-14T08:06:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:06:13","slug":"top-iot-technology-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/blog\/top-iot-technology-trends.html","title":{"rendered":"10 Top IoT Trends of 2024: Harnessing the Power of Connectivity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7591\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-server-blog.hiddenbrains.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Top-10-IoT-Trends-of-2020.jpg\" alt=\"Top 10 IoT Trends of 2020\" width=\"908\" height=\"441\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Internet of Things technology has grown to an extent where every industry vertical is utilizing it to automate operations or revise workflow. With the rising dependency on IoT connected devices, it would be exciting to see how this technology takes shape in the year 2024. Is 2024 be a revolutionary year for IoT? Or will some other technology replace it? Let\u2019s know about top IoT trends that can set future for enterprises.<\/p>\n<p>As per a recent survey from Juniper Research, the <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iotinsider.com\/news\/juniper-research-shows-revenue-from-iot-roaming-to-rise-to-2-2bn\/#:~:text=Juniper%20Research%20shows%20revenue%20from%20IoT%20roaming%20to%20rise%20to%20%242.2bn,-News%20Desk&amp;text=A%20recent%20study%20by%20Juniper,to%20%242.2%20billion%20by%202029\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">IoT connections<\/a><\/strong><\/em> have increased to 83 Billion in 2024 that was 35 Billion 4 years back. These numbers are a strong indication of the steady growth of the IoT concepts backed by lots of investment and widespread adoption in major industries. With the rise in IoT and connected devices, the issues of security and data breach will raise more concerns.<\/p>\n<h2>Does 2024 maintain a balance between the risks and benefits of IoT?<\/h2>\n<p>No matter where you fall on the IoT adoption curve, it is worth knowing about emerging trends in IoT 2024 to learn about different technologies complimenting IoT and its integration into existing systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. IoT at Core of Enterprise IT Operations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The majority of enterprises today use the IoT ecosystem connecting smart devices to drive their digital business. This integration of IoT into core system operations would increase and penetrate the micro-level to automate certain functions and improve overall productivity.<\/p>\n<p>In the next 5 years, IoT will be the next norm in enterprises where devices and appliances like vehicles and HVAC systems can be controlled and monitored remotely. \u2018IoT at the core of enterprises\u2019 is the first and foremost IoT trend set to rule in 2024.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Stronger IoT Impressions in Retail, Healthcare &amp; Supply Chain<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The concept of IoT would grow to explore its usage in different areas. This being the most obvious prediction of IoT trends, industries of retail, healthcare, and supply chain industries will likely see the greatest growth. The retail industry is redefining customer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/internet-of-things-iot.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">experience with IoT<\/a> in combination with AI and Beacons.<\/p>\n<p>The Healthcare industry is using IoT to manage hospital systems and would help in connecting remotely located patients with doctors and nurses. Integration with smartwatches and other wearables would grow in the coming year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Wider Connectivity Options<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>IoT experts are exploring new connectivity options, one of them being Low-Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN). Internet of Things would spread its wings in 2024 to reach low connectivity areas with technologies like Narrowband IoT that allow for widespread network coverage at a low cost.<\/p>\n<p>Digging deeper into LPWAN can bring in a new wave of growth to open IoT technology for applications that have not previously benefited from connectivity. IoT trend of wider connectivity can set the path for new technological advancements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Addressing Security Concerns<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Security is the biggest concern affecting IoT powered systems. As IoT controls remote accessibility and gives rise to fragmentation, there are higher chances of compromising system security. It was expected that 2024 is see a rise of more secured systems that address complex network security challenges. This year is witness the emergence of a secured connected ecosystem of multiple smart devices. This IoT trend would solve the challenges of automated systems and reduce associated risks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. IoT &amp; Blockchain<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The distributed ledger technology of Blockchain plays a pivotal role in enhancing the security of communication between devices connected in the IoT ecosystem. The long-existing problem of IoT security now sees a ray of hope with Blockchain technology.<\/p>\n<p>Blockchain has the potential to transform the way we think about IoT security. 2024 would see a host of opportunities coming from Blockchain to address security-related concerns of IoT systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. IoT &amp; AI<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>IoT and AI have evolved over the years as independent segments; however, the convergence of these 2 revolutionary technologies has brought forth the potential to redefine the standards of automation. While the utility of these technologies has remained largely tethered to another device, now they are coming together to the common \u2018mobile\u2019 platform.<\/p>\n<p>Advancements in a machine, deep learning and natural language processing are redefining how we interact with machines. Users can simply talk to the best IoT devices through devices powered by artificial intelligence. 2024 would see an enormous use of AI and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/chatbot-development.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chatbots<\/a> that would be well complemented by IoT to establish a synchronized and automated environment. It would be interesting to see the magic of this IoT trend in 2024.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Big Data<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Big data, no list of futuristic trends is complete without the mention of Big Data. The Big Data phenomenon is here to improvise iOS app growth acceleration in 2024. The integration of Big data aids developers to build stable, strong, and scalable iOS apps that carry the potential to boost user growth and also boost business.<\/p>\n<p>The year 2024 would see greater use of Big Data tools that could fetch the most relevant data from a large pool as and when required. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/blog\/big-data-analytics-challenges-implementation.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Deriving insights from Big Data<\/a> would take a new shape in 2024.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Augmented Reality<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is no surprise that Augmented and Virtual Reality is among the next iOS <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/blog\/top-mobile-app-trends.html\">app trends<\/a> in 2024. They have been around for quite a time now and have been catching up with app developers and entrepreneurs looking to expand their diaspora. The last couple of years have seen a rise in the obsession with AR games like Pok\u00e9mon Go and Dino Trek.<\/p>\n<p>Apps like <strong>IKEA<\/strong> are harnessing the power of AR to provide unmatched customer experience. In the coming years, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrains.com\/ar-vr-app-development.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AR applications<\/a> are likely to become mainstream about their abilities in marketing, healthcare, and other major industries.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, Apple offers various tools to create Augmented Reality experiences. They are:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">\n<li>ARKit 3: A great technology that enables showing content in front of or behind people, following up to three faces at a time.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/developer.apple.com\/augmented-reality\/reality-composer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Reality Composer<\/a>: A tool that allows for developing animations and interactions on iOS to improve an application\u2019s content.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/developer.apple.com\/documentation\/realitykit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">RealityKit framework<\/a>: This framework uses data provided by ARKit and lets developers integrate virtual items into the real world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>9. Apple Pay<\/strong><br \/>\nThe expansion of online banking standards and rapid growth in eCommerce has largely contributed to the excellent creation of online payment options available to all consumers today. The use of the mobile wallet is at an all-time high across the globe, so much so that most people consider it as a default payment option. They are not willing to pay for their purchases in cash or to type in our wallet.<\/p>\n<p>With the brilliance of combining payment gateways with the Apple pay\u2013Mobile Wallet program, the developers at Apple made payment processing easier and faster. Apple Pay is extremely safe and it removes the need for user-saved data. Data says that <strong>200 percent<\/strong> of the total payment made via the Apple payment gateway is expected to rise. Apple has started promoting the peer-to-peer gateway network for payment across its customers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10. iBeacon<\/strong><br \/>\nThis is one of the most powerful technologies from Apple. And it is getting increasingly popular in marketing. So, what is iBeacon from Apple? Beacons are wireless transmitters that send signals using Bluetooth technology. Once the connection has been established, a push notification with a set message appears on the user\u2019s iPhone.<\/p>\n<p>Today, if a potential buyer is passing by the clothing store, as soon as customers pass by the shop, sensors placed inside the store connect to the smartphone and send a notification on her mobile about ongoing discounts, offers, and any information that the store owner wants the customer to see.<\/p>\n<p>This particular trend has changed the retail industry and boosted sales, and is not stopping anytime soon. As an example, the US departmental store Macy\u2019s has been using iBeacon technology for a long time now. Customers receive notifications about exciting deals and goods that they may be interested in whenever they pass by one of the Macy\u2019s stores.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 42px; color: #0a57f4;\">Conclusion<\/h4>\n<p>Internet of Things would grow much more than a mere buzzword. Several industries that adapt to IoT trends would improve workplace productivity to maximize applications. 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