Internet of Things (IoT)
Introduction
The Internet of Things (IoT) involves connecting physical devices to the internet, enabling them to collect, exchange, and act on data.
The number of IoT devices is estimated to have already almost reached 20 billion. Initially that might seem substantial, but the breadth and scope of “things” capable of being part of IoT is truly staggering, from everyday personal gadgets like smart appliances and fitness trackers to specialized equipment like sensors in agriculture and manufacturing.
Just taking our IT lawyers as an example, although we perhaps disproportionately embrace the IoT, we account for more than one hundred devices each!
The number of IoT devices is projected to double by 2030.
However you engage with IoT, we are here to support with the range of legal hurdles that need to be overcome.
IoT necessitates considerations around:
- Hardware
- On-device software licensing →
- Integrations →
- SaaS licensing/subscriptions →
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