In 2017, "Internet of Things" and "blockchain" were two of the most talked-about technologies. When combined, they had the potential to revolutionize society. By examining these concepts from different angles and merging them, what new possibilities could emerge? How would this integration reshape our daily lives and industries?
By 2018, "artificial intelligence," "Internet of Things," and "blockchain" were dominating conversations. These technologies started to intersect, especially in areas like identifying people or objects in the future. Data security became a key concern, and tokens (TOKENs) began to circulate between individuals, devices, and even between machines. This created a new landscape for productivity and economic relationships.
IOTA's approach remains within the blockchain framework but introduces a unique technology called Tangle. This distributed ledger system allows for zero transaction fees and eliminates the need for miners. Unlike traditional blockchains that face performance limitations, IOTA claims its efficiency increases as the network grows.
After Bosch partnered with IOTA, they launched the XDK110, a commercial IoT hardware designed to support IOTA. The XDK110 is a wireless sensor device that enables quick development of sensor-based applications. It offers more than just data transmission—it provides advanced programming capabilities. Built on a modular platform, it makes prototyping scalable, cost-effective, and easy to expand—key advantages in the early stages of IoT development.
In a smart building case, Bosch users can purchase location-based data collected by XDK110 nodes using IOTA’s native currency. This data exchange can be expanded into an IOTA data market, enabling real-time, automated trading between buyers and sellers.
While separating technology from application might seem challenging, it actually accelerates innovation. Bosch’s IoT development kit simplifies the use of IOTA, making it accessible and reducing the barriers to entry. This lowers development risks and speeds up the process.
Another milestone was the collaboration between IOTA and Taipei City Government. On January 31, they announced a partnership to integrate IOTA into smart city initiatives. A project involving companies like Edimax, Realtek, and Asus focused on deploying air quality sensors in schools and homes across Taipei. These sensors collect data on temperature, humidity, light, and pollutants, storing them in the Tangle network. Incentives through IOTA encourage more users to contribute data.
Additionally, a digital citizen card with a built-in Tangle ID is being developed. Through the “Smart City Life Lab†initiative, IOTA will enhance the security of identity cards, protecting against fraud and tampering. The government also plans to explore IOTA in electronic voting and inter-city data exchange.
IOTA also enables object-to-object communication over LPWAN networks. Traditional blockchain systems struggle with low-power wide-area networks due to limited bandwidth. However, IOTA’s DAG structure reduces computational demands, allowing for efficient deployment in such environments.
Beyond IOTA, many other companies and institutions are joining the movement toward a connected, blockchain-driven future. With numerous white papers emerging, the race to lead the "chain chain" has begun, and no one wants to fall behind.
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