In this episode, we talked with Chris Baird, CEO of OptConnect, about the evolving IoT landscape and the strategies driving enterprise adoption. Our conversation explored key growth drivers in IoT, the challenges of scaling connectivity, and the technologies poised to redefine the industry, including Edge AI and the promise of 6G. Chris shared insights into how regulatory and environmental factors are accelerating IoT adoption, the impact of turnkey solutions on reducing total cost of ownership, and the pivotal role of simplicity in scaling IoT deployments.

Key Insights:

• What drives IoT growth? Regulatory shifts, environmental needs, and cellular ubiquity fuel adoption.
• How do you cut IoT costs? Simplified plug-and-play solutions reduce complexity and hidden expenses.
• Why has 5G underdelivered? 6G offers transformative potential in cost, latency, and scalability.
• What’s next for IoT? Edge AI enables smarter systems and expands use cases like healthcare and security.
• Where is IoT thriving? Retail, water management, and medical devices show rapid adoption.

IoT ONE Database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

In this episode, we spoke with Zohar Bronfman, co-founder and CEO of Pecan, a predictive analytics platform that integrates machine learning and generative AI to simplify and accelerate AI adoption. Zohar shares how Pecan bridges technical and organizational barriers to help companies harness predictive insights for business decision-making. They discuss the evolving role of AI in industries, challenges faced by traditional companies, and how predictive GenAI can democratize access to advanced analytics.

Key Questions Explored:

• How does Predictive GenAI simplify AI adoption for non-experts?

• Why is automation key to reducing AI project timelines?

• How can small-scale AI testing minimize risk and ensure scalability?

• What challenges hinder AI adoption, and how can they be overcome?

• Why will predictive analytics shape the future of business decision-making?

For more information on Pecan and how predictive analytics can transform your business, visit pecan.ai.

Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): asiagrowthpartners.com.

In this episode, we spoke with Joey Hiller, Senior Technical Director at the Helium Foundation aboutthe transformative role of decentralized networks in IoT. We explored how blockchain incentives power scalable public networks, enabling new applications across urban and rural areas. Joey shared insights into the technology stack, innovative business models, and the challenges of creating reliable and resilient IoT connectivity.

Key Insights:

• Blockchain Incentives: Microtransactions encourage coverage expansion.

• Decentralized Model: User-deployed gateways reduce telecom reliance.

• Flexible Coverage: Supports urban and remote IoT applications.

• Bundled Connectivity: Predictable costs enable service bundling.

• Resilient Design: Decentralized structure ensures reliability.

IoT ONE Database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com

In this episode, we spoke with Omer Brookstein, CEO & Co-founder of Xyte, about the transformative potential of IoT for device manufacturers and the emerging shift towards service-oriented business models. We delved into how companies can leverage connected device platforms to manage the full lifecycle of their IoT devices, monetize features, and create long-term customer value. The conversation also explored the practical and business challenges of implementing subscription and usage-based models across industries.

Key Insights:

• Subscription Shift: IoT enables manufacturers to adopt subscription and usage-based models for sustained revenue.
• Business Model Transformation: Moving to service-based models requires cross-functional collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Empowering Partners: Platforms help channel partners add value, boosting recurring revenue opportunities.
• Simplifying Complexity: Unified platforms reduce inventory and operational burdens by enabling remote feature management.
• Future-Ready Flexibility: Modular, collaborative platforms support growth and adapt to evolving business needs.

IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

In this episode, we talked with Matt Van Itallie about the rapid integration of generative AI (GenAI) in software development and its profound impact on productivity and business practices. We discussed how GenAI is transforming coding processes, the risks involved, and strategies for mitigating those risks. The conversation also covers how organizations can maximize GenAI’s benefits while maintaining security, legal compliance, and developer oversight in high-stakes environments like finance and health tech.

Key Insights:

• GenAI boosts productivity: GenAI can make developers up to 20% more efficient by assisting with routine tasks and enabling faster experimentation and prototyping.

• Security and intellectual property risks: Despite its benefits, GenAI introduces risks, including security vulnerabilities and potential intellectual property issues depending on how the tools are used.

• Importance of human oversight: Blending GenAI with human input is critical to ensure code accuracy, maintainability, and long-term security.

• Enterprise-grade tools: Using enterprise or pro-tier GenAI tools is essential to avoid exposing sensitive company data and ensure compliance with legal standards.

• Structured visibility and management: Organizations should implement clear strategies and tools to track GenAI use, especially in regulated industries, ensuring responsible and secure adoption.

IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

In our latest episode featuring Jeremy Snyder, Founder & CEO of FireTail.io, we explored the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the crucial role of API security in protecting modern enterprises and IoT devices.

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Davis, VP of Product Management and Marketing at Atmosic Technologies, to discuss cutting-edge advancements in ultra-low-power and batteryless solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Atmosic is pioneering energy-efficient wireless solutions that can drastically reduce the need for batteries in connected devices, making a significant impact on sustainability and the future of IoT. We explore the latest developments in energy harvesting, Atmosic’s adoption of Thread and Matter protocols, and the growing importance of tiny-ML and edge AI applications.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Innovations in energy harvesting, including printed photovoltaic cells for device casing.

• Adoption of Thread and Matter protocols for smarter, more connected homes.

• Industry adoption trends in retail, asset tracking, and sustainability efforts.

• The future of ultra-low-power AI with Tiny-ML and edge computing.

Connect with Paul Davis:

• Website: https://atmosic.com/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-davis-2a749

IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast, we spoke with Robert Plotkin, Founding Partner of Blueshift IP and author of AI Armor: Securing the Future of Your AI Company With Strategic Intellectual Property. We delved into the evolving landscape of AI and intellectual property, discussing how AI is revolutionizing innovation and the patent process. Robert shared his expertise on developing systematic IP strategies for AI-driven companies, highlighting the importance of protecting AI-generated content and navigating the complexities of patent law in the AI era.

Key Topics:

• Systematic IP Strategy for AI: How to create a comprehensive patent strategy that maximizes the value of AI-driven innovations.

• AI’s Impact on Innovation: Exploring the ways AI is automating research and development, and its implications for inventors and companies.

• Patent Rights for AI-Generated Content: Understanding the legal landscape around patenting technologies, algorithms, and content created by AI.

• Defending Against Patent Workarounds: Strategies to broaden patent scope and protect innovations from clever loopholes.

• AI Litigation: How smaller players can defend themselves against larger competitors in court.

• Trade Secrets vs. Patents: When it might be better to protect intellectual property as a trade secret instead of pursuing a patent.

Connect with Robert Plotkin:

• Website: https://blueshiftip.com/

• Book: AI Armor: Securing the Future of Your AI Company With Strategic Intellectual Property

• LinkedIn: Robert Plotkin

IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies

Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight Podcast, we interviewed Bert Baeck, Co-founder and CEO of Timeseer.AI. Timeseer.AI is revolutionizing time-series data operations by automating data orchestration across organizations. Bert shared his journey from a background in data science to becoming a serial entrepreneur, with successful ventures like TrendMiner and now Timeseer.AI. 

We discussed the impacts of data downtime and strategies to ensure data quality, empowering data teams to detect, prioritize, and investigate data quality issues before they affect operations.

Key Discussion Points:

The critical role of data quality in industrial IoT and OT environments.

How to establish metrics for measuring data quality.

Real-world examples where data quality significantly impacts business operations.

Timeseer.AI’s philosophy of scanning data where it resides, whether on the edge, in storage units, or in the cloud.

The interplay between IT and OT teams in ensuring data quality.

To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:

Website:  https://www.timeseer.ai/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bertbaeck/?originalSubdomain=be

In this episode, we spoke with David Puron, CEO of Barbara. Barbara specializes in secure edge computing platforms designed to enhance industrial operations. David shared insights on how edge computing enables real-time decision-making, improves data security, and optimizes network efficiency in various industrial applications.

During our discussion, we delved into the practical strategies and real-world implementations that are shaping the future of industrial IoT through edge computing.

Key Discussion Points: 

In today's episode, we're joined by Nikunj Mehta, Founder and CEO of Falkonry, a company revolutionizing plant operations with AI-driven insights. We explore the evolution of AI from project-based work to scalable software solutions, discussing the role of generative AI in automating data processing and simplifying output delivery. Nikunj shares insights on building trust in AI systems and leveraging wearables for real-time insights on the shop floor.

Key Discussion Points:

Falkonry's platform analyzes industrial equipment data to identify issues and trends.

Software-based AI reduces implementation time and resources for companies.

Challenges in AI adoption include building trust in AI systems and integrating diverse data sources.

To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:

Website: https://falkonry.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrmehta/ 

In this podcast, Erik hosts Ron Konezny from Digi, a company with a long-standing history in providing reliable hardware but has evolved to become a solutions provider focusing on IoT. Ron details his journey from his initial steps in the wireless communications industry to his role in integrating technology and business models at Digi, aiming to transform it into a solutions provider with a significant portion of its revenue being recurring.

They discuss how IoT has evolved, the importance of considering a holistic system rather than fragmented pieces, and the challenges of managing IoT solutions. Ron emphasizes the shift towards hardware-enabled recurring revenue models and the integration of software and services to create more resilient and adaptable solutions.

The conversation covers the role of AI in refining IoT data analysis, the potential and limitations of technologies like 5G and LoRa, and the strategic movement towards offering more comprehensive IoT solutions that allow customers to focus on leveraging data insights. Additionally, Ron reflects on Digi's venture into vertical integration with SmartSense, offering a turnkey IoT solution for condition monitoring, underlining the importance of domain expertise in developing impactful IoT applications.





00:11 The Evolution of IoT and Digi's Journey

01:32 The Transformation from Hardware to Solutions Provider

02:29 Navigating the IoT Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities

04:30 The Role of Services in IoT Solutions

16:27 Exploring Use Cases and the Impact of IoT

31:53 The Future of IoT: Technologies and Trends

36:24 Digi's Strategic Focus and Vision for IoT

In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast, Erik Walenza of IoT ONE hosts Mike McCamon from the NFC Forum to explore the future of NFC technology. We explore how IoT device manufacturers are collaborating to drive the rapid development of NFC standards and technical capabilities. These efforts led to the NFC Forum’s recent release of its next gen technology development roadmap, which includes power harvesting, range extension, device-to- device connectivity, multi-tap use cases, and digital product passports for sustainability. Mike shares his vision for the potential of NFC beyond payments, such as in access control for building and data sharing between IoT devices. He also shares critical challenges yet to overcome, such as the need for improved user experience and range to simplify the design process for OEMs.

• Five elements of the NFC Forum's technology development roadmap: power harvesting, range extension, device-to-device connectivity, multi-tap use cases, and digital product passports
• Potential applications of NFC technology beyond payment transactions, including access control, digital keys, and business card exchanges
• NFC's role in car connectivity and potential use in tracking high-value items through blockchain technology
• Disruption of QR code-based payment systems by NFC technology in retail environments

About Mike McCamon

Mike McCamon is a seasoned technology executive with over 30 years of experience in the tech industry. He is currently the Executive Director of the NFC Forum, an industry association dedicated to advancing NFC, standards and use cases. Under his leadership, the NFC Forum has grown to include over 300 member companies from all over the world.  Demonstrating a wide range of skills and passions he has been both the inaugural executive director of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group and later on the executive team that launched Water.org. He also led high-growth teams at Apple, Iomega, Intel and several startups. He is a frequent speaker and author on technology and social impact topics.

About the NFC Forum

The NFC Forum, established in 2004, is a non-profit industry association comprised of leading mobile communications, semiconductor, and consumer electronics companies. Its mission is to advance the use of Near Field Communication technology by developing specifications, ensuring interoperability, and educating the market about NFC technology. The NFC Forum's global member companies share skills, technical expertise and industry knowledge to develop specifications and protocols for interoperable data exchange, device-independent service delivery, and device capability. Forum’s supporting certification program and user marks enhance and promote a consistent, reliable, seamless and secure NFC user experience. To learn more about joining the Forum, visit https://nfc-forum.org/

In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast, Kenta Yasukawa, CTO of Soracom, and Erik Walenza, CEO of IoT ONE, discuss the integration of generative AI with IoT. Kenta highlights how gen AI lowers the barrier to entry for AI and IoT solutions, enabling a broader audience to leverage machine learning without extensive data collection or model building. He outlines Soracom's platform capabilities, including secure connectivity and application integration, and its role in facilitating innovation for diverse organizations. They explore the value of IoT data in various applications and the importance of human involvement in AI decision-making. The episode emphasizes Soracom's commitment to customer-driven platform evolution and the potential of AI and IoT to revolutionize industrial connectivity.

Tune in to learn:

•      Potential applications of generative AI (gen AI) in IoT

•      Soracom's efforts in incorporating gen AI into its IoT platform

•      Challenges and opportunities in the collaboration between humans and AI in IoT scenarios

•      Use of gen AI to streamline processes and aid in logo design

•      Potential value of IoT data and its incremental value to different stakeholders

•      Bottom-up nature of AI solutions and its potential for driving innovation and connectivity in the industrial IoT space

Today, we have Samuel Van de Velde, the Chief Technology Officer at Pozyx, as our guest. Pozyx stands out as a top-notch supplier of real-time location systems and cutting-edge tracking solutions designed to ensure the durability of asset tracking, both indoors and outdoors. 

In this episode we discussed the utilization of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, examining its role in enhancing scalability and adaptability within asset tracking scenarios. Additionally, we investigate the pivotal role of location tracking in supplying data to artificial intelligence algorithms, enabling detailed analytics on asset health and predictions of behavioral patterns.

Key Discussion Points:

• What specific use cases does your solution address in tracking cows' locations in optimizing dairy production?
• How does Pozyx facilitate the large-scale deployment of tracking systems for its customers?
• What innovations we expect from your business in the near future?

To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:

Website: https://www.pozyx.io/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelvandevelde

Today, we have Eric Daimler, the CEO and co-founder of Conexus AI. Conexus AI serves as a hybrid generative AI platform, facilitating reliable and rapid digital modernization, empowering enterprises to seamlessly migrate, integrate, and transform their IT systems.

In this episode, we delve into the utilization of category algebra to implement a domain-driven approach to interoperability. This approach focuses on computing the optimal data model rather than relying on manual design. Additionally, we explore the common issue of architects misunderstanding the practical structure of databases, leading to the failure of IT programs, as opposed to adhering to their originally intended structures.

Key Discussion Points:

• What key concepts, such as data mesh and strategies, should companies consider when building the right architecture to effectively leverage their data assets?
• How does Conexus AI help companies facing decentralized data challenges?
• What does the before-and-after scenario look like in terms of data usage and outcomes?

To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:

Website: https://conexus.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdaimler/

In this episode, we have Matt Kleiman, the CEO of Cumulus. Cumulus enhances the efficiency and safety of crucial tasks like bolt tightening, welding, and pressure testing by seamlessly incorporating sensors, digital tools, and other IoT devices.

During our conversation, we delved into the integration of a mobile application that provides workers with detailed, step-by-step instructions. This involves leveraging data collected by interconnected Bluetooth tools and sensors. Additionally, we examined the utilization of advanced digital tools, including AI for system analytics, aiming to bring about enduring improvements by automating and optimizing processes that reduce errors.

Key Discussion Points:

• How can architecture be laid out to transform isolated silos into a cohesive system?
• How can organizations address the gap between pilot success and large-scale implementation of technology?
• How do you approach the integration of both traditional and generative AI technologies?

To know more about our guest, you can find him at:

Website: https://cumulusds.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kleimanmatthew/

Today, we have Andrea Aranguren, the CEO of Minehub, as our guest. MineHub offers advanced digital solutions that establish connections among buyers, sellers, and financiers in physical commodities supply chains. These connections operate within a digitally integrated workflow, utilizing data that is both usable and shareable, with a focus on verifiability and incorruptibility.

In this episode, we delved into the necessity for transparency in supply chains stemming from widespread disruptions, labor shortages, systemic fraud, and ESG reporting requirements. We also examined how the digitization of supply chain operations unlocked real-time visibility, highlighted risks, and improved the resilience of revenue and feedstock streams.

Key Discussion Points:

• Who is currently driving the strongest push for the adoption of solutions that offer better visibility and management?
• How does Minehub tailors  the needs of users from finance to operational teams for both buyers and sellers?
• With GPT being designed for handling messy communication, how do you see its role in enhancing communication within your solution at Minehub?

To know more about our guest, you can find Andrea Aranguren on:

Website: https://minehub.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-aranguren-454544a/

In this week’s episode, we have Brian Pawlowski, the Chief Development Officer at Quantum. Quantum helps organizations in harnessing the potential of their expanding unstructured data, offering an affordable solution for storing data for decades to come.

During our conversation, we delved into the shifting data environment, driven by the exponential growth of unstructured data and the transformative capabilities of AI, empowering organizations to derive meaningful insights from this data abundance. Furthermore, we investigated the optimal combination of cloud and on-premises storage solutions, taking into account specific use case needs, budget constraints, and security considerations.

Key Discussion Points:

What fundamental changes in data usage and characteristics distinguish unstructured data from the past?

Are the use cases of long-term data archiving, enterprise backup, surveillance and security all served by the same architecture?

How do government regulations on data storage and handling of PII impact Quantum in countries like China, and India?

You can find him on:

Website: https://www.quantum.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianpawlowski

In this episode, we had Tony Nicolaidis, who served as the Chief Commercial Officer of Origin AI. Origin AI utilized Wi-Fi sensing along with AI analytics to empower businesses in monitoring presence, motion, and specific events like falls using existing Wi-Fi signals. 

During our discussion, we explored how Wi-Fi signal sensing eliminates the necessity for specialized sensors, particularly in use cases like security systems and fall detection. We also delved into the potential business models for telecommunication providers when Wi-Fi signals had evolved into a valuable data source.

Key Discussion Points:

• What enables Wi-Fi sensing technology to detect subtle actions, and what's the detection setup?
• In what ways does Origin AI's approach support end-user privacy and bandwidth
• How is Origin AI prepared for ongoing algorithm and data processing advancements?

You can find him on:

Website: https://www.originwirelessai.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-nicolaidis-9b5b236/