The 2nd annual Internet of Things (IoT) Tech Expo Event is returning to London in January 2017 for its Global show which features an extended agenda, larger expo and new keynotes! It will bring together key industries from across the world for two days of top level content, solution based case studies and discussion. Industries include Manufacturing, Transport, Health, Logistics, Government, Energy, Insurance, Agriculture, Retail and Automotive. Here are 7 things that might be of interest to you:
1. Amazon case study on the Smart Home & IoT
Max Amordeluso, Amazons EU Head of Alexa Skills Kit will be exploring how voice control is breaking into the smart home space and in a big way. What role will it play as use cases expand, and what are the limits, if any? Day 1 – 3:10pm.
2. The vast exhibition showcasing the latest tech
With 150+ exhibitors, including a dedicated start-up zone, you will explore the latest IoT innovations and see them in action, from drones to 3D printers, bots to 3D pens, AI to wearables.
3. Live hackathon
Sponsored by Amazon and QNAP, the two-day hackathon will provide developers with the opportunity to gain early access to new development platforms, hardware and earn industry recognition from some of the leading IoT product and service providers, in addition to winning some exciting prizes!
4. Keynote panel: The future of IoT development
Industry leaders from PTC, Reliance and Telenor Group will be landscaping the IoT ecosystem, exploring the growth forecasts, fragmentation and which sectors are predicted to have the greatest success. If you’re interested in future opportunities for the IoT, this session is not to be missed. Day 1 – 10:20am.
5. The IoT meetup
Meet with like-minded individuals at the IoT meetup (day 1 – 4pm), network, share knowledge and develop new business opportunities. The aim is to build a community of people and organisations willing to collaborate, explore and innovate. Why not join?
6. The Blockchain Expo
Co-located with the IoT Tech Expo, the Blockchain Expo will host a range of industry verticals, including financial, insurance, government and healthcare. With a free Blockchain Technologies conference track and exhibition, there will be plenty to explore and discuss!
7. FC Barcelona, SL Benfica, Team GB, Sky & YouGov discuss the convergence of sports & tech
With an eye-catching speaker line-up, we look at real life use-cases on how smart clothing, textiles, accessories, predictive analytics and sensors can improve sports performance, and which areas are likely to provide the future growth. Day 2 – 1:30pm.
Those are just 7 of the free areas you can get involved with at the IoT Tech Expo Global in London on the 23-24th January! If you haven’t already, don’t forget to register for your FREE expo pass to experience all of the above and more.
