Internet of Things in the age of AI

A decade ago, the term Internet of Things (IoT) was buzzing in every conversation. It was touted as the next big thing, a technology that would make our lives smoother and richer than silk. Businesses and governments alike rallied behind its potential, with the promise of a futuristic utopia — creating smarter cities, homes, and industries. In India, IoT was a core idea in the push for modernisation, from the launch of the Smart Cities Mission to the wider Digital India programme.