This report authored by Emmanuel Baccelli from Inria and published on October 26 2021 presents Inria’s views on the main trends and challenges in the Internet of Things (IoT), and how Inria is actively conducting scientific research, software development, and technology transfer around these challenges. Furthermore, the report identifies key societal challenges in a world depending on IoT, ranging from ethical concerns to transparency, sovereignty, and education. Emphasis must be placed on substantial research, deep tech development, and the introduction of standards to ensure that IoT benefits society and the environment.

Keywords: Access Controls, Architecture/Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Climate Change, Communications, Computer/Network Hardware, Connected Home, Construction/New Buildings, Control & Monitoring, Equipment/Sensors, Consumer Electronics
Cybersecurity/Privacy, Energy Efficiency/Management, Internet of Things (IoT), M2M, Processors/Semiconductors, Protocols/Standards, Robotics, Smart Cities, Smart Grid, Software Development, Training