Some IoT technologies are already being used by many of us, and we often are not even aware of them. Here we will explain what the Internet of Things consists of and what are its advantages and risks.

Think of the Internet of Things, or IoT, as a giant network where everyday objects can talk to each other and share information. It’s like giving everyday items, from your fridge to your car, a way to ...

Consider a smart home display that uses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth mesh and local voice recognition. The embedded processor manages the wireless protocols, runs the voice model and powers the user interface.

Depending on how you choose to define "tech," there's a good chance you see or use things every day that were conceived hundreds, or even thousands, of years ago. But if it seems disingenuous to call ...