Analysts project the IoT market to grow at a CAGR of almost 25% by 2028, which means this technology will soon revolutionize the world. Knowing this, tech visionaries shouldn’t miss out on their chance to take a greater share of the market before everyone starts capitalizing on IoT. But how can you improve your IoT knowledge and start spotting trends?
While there are many online resources, nothing is better than learning from IoT experts in person. Offline conferences and expos offer valuable, hands-on experience from industry leaders. Besides attending keynote sessions, these events often also invite you to network with like-minded attendees and participate in workshops.
We have prepared a list of top IoT conferences, expos, and summits in 2024 that will take place either online or offline:
IoT Evolution Expo 2024
When: February 13 – 15, 2024
Where: Fort Lauderdale, USA
Price: From $149
Another significant event in the IoT community, IoT Evolution Expo, will bring together 7,000+ attendees and 300+ exhibitors to discuss and showcase the latest trends in the sector. Service providers, manufacturers, and enterprise owners are the focus of the summit. The agenda of this year’s event is quite diverse and includes 5G, the challenges of smart cities, industrial IoT, and other topics.
Industry of Things World USA
When: March 20 – 22, 2024
Where: San Diego, CA, USA
Price: from $895
If you are searching for a conference devoted to IoT, then Industry of Things World USA is for you. Source knowledge from 49 industry experts, discuss new business and service models and discover new technical implementations by networking with peers. Last year, attendees met representatives from Boeing, Continental, AGCO, P&G, AirBus, Stanley Black & Decker, and other industry experts.
Embedded World
When: April 9 – 11, 2024
Where: Nuremberg, Germany
Price: from €25
For those interested in all things IoT, the Embedded World Exhibition and Conference offers a wealth of information on the latest trends and best practices in the industry. Last year, the conference welcomed over 950 exhibitors who came to showcase their products to around 27,000 visitors from automotive, information technology and telecommunications, industrial and consumer electronics, military and aerospace technology, and other industries.
In 2024, the community will meet again to look into the dynamics of the technology and connect with like-minded individuals.
Embedded Open Source Summit
When: April 16 – 18, 2024
Where: Seattle, USA
For three days, developer communities will be brought together to share expertise and real-world experience in open-source embedded projects. The Embedded Open Source Summit is packed with insights and events that will run in parallel with tracks. Attendees will dive deep into sessions, participate in Q&As, network with industry aficionados, and use the fair to get an overview of the latest trends in embedded technologies.
Smart Manufacturing & Industrial IoT Summit
When: May 7 – 8, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany
Price: On request
An exclusive event for 100+ industry leaders, the Smart Manufacturing & Industrial IoT Summit will look into cutting-edge advancements in IoT, big data analytics, blockchain, 5G, and other innovations. Attendees will have a chance to build meaningful relationships with other high-profile industry visionaries and hear from 25+ speakers from the biggest tech companies.
IoT Solutions World Congress
When: May 21 – 23, 2024
Where: Barcelona, Spain
Price: from €150
If you’re looking to take a deep dive into cutting-edge tech, IoT Solutions World Congress is the place where you can gain insights into IoT, artificial intelligence, 5G, robotic process automation, digital twins, and other technologies. Here, attendees can expand their business reach to thousands of representatives from +120 countries, network, and listen to the brightest minds in the industry.
Hardware Pioneers Max
When: May 28 – 29, 2024
Where: London, UK
Price: from £9
Billed as the UK's largest exhibition and conference, Hardware Pioneers Max will introduce you to the world of next-gen technologies for smart and connected devices. Two thousand participants will attend the conference to glean insights from 50+ speakers and gauge innovative products from 90 exhibitors.
The event is intended for design engineers, electronic engineers, embedded system developers, product managers, and technical management. The topic range is impressive and includes edge AI, sensors, IoT security, ultra-wideband (UWB), and other transformative technologies.
IoT Tech Expo North America
When: June 5 – 6, 2024
Where: Online & Santa Clara, CA, USA
Price: Ultimate Pass – $699, Gold Pass – $499, Expo Pass – free
Want to drive your business forward with IoT in North America? Visit Santa Clara or join online to discover what 250+ speakers have to share. This year, attendees will hear it directly from the experts at Ford Motor Company, Levi Strauss & Co., Nestle Purina PetCare, and other representatives.
At IoT Tech Expo North America, you can also find out about advanced IoT strategies, barriers to adoption, and transformation and digitalization trends.
Manufacturing World Tokyo
When: June 19 – 21, 2024
Where: Tokyo, Japan
Price: admission fee of JPY 5,000 per person
The world’s leading trade show, Manufacturing World Tokyo, hosts 10 specialized shows dedicated to digital transformation services for manufacturers, factory automation, additive manufacturing, and other factory facilities. This allows attendees to explore firsthand the practical applications of IoT in manufacturing, connect with industry leaders, and play a part in shaping the future of the industry.
MWC Shanghai
When: June 26 – 28, 2024
Where: Shanghai, China
Price: On request
An exclusive event for 37,000+ industry leaders, MWC Shanghai will look into cutting-edge advancements in IoT, big data analytics, blockchain, 5G, and other innovations. Attendees will have a chance to build meaningful relationships with other high-profile industry visionaries and hear from 300 speakers from the biggest tech companies, including HONOR, Huawei, ZTE, and others.
The 4th Blockchain and Internet of Things Conference (BIOTC 2024)
When: July 19 – 21, 2024
Where: Fukuoka, Japan
A high-quality international academic and industrial exchange forum, BIOTC is intended for researchers, practitioners, and professionals from the industry, academia, and government in the field of blockchain and the Internet of Things. Keynote speakers are PhDs and top scientists who will talk about the challenges of blockchain and IoT systems.
BLACK HAT USA
When: August 3 – 8, 2024
Where: Las Vegas, USA
Black Hat is a historical event that has been around for 25 years. The main focus of last year’s event was on cyber security in any sphere you can think of.
At this event, you can learn what top leaders think about real problems and online and offline solutions. However, not anyone gets invited, so hurry up and request your spot.
World Conference on Web 3.0 & IoT
When: September 16 – 18, 2024
Where: Frankfurt, Germany
Price: from $499
The World Conference on Web 3.0 & IoT is an event where groundbreaking innovations and cutting-edge technologies are set to reshape the digital landscape. The conference is a platform for industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, innovators, and visionaries to convene and explore the vast possibilities of the next-generation web.
SIDO Lyon
When: September 18 – 19, 2024
Where: Lyon, France
Price: Free
SIDO gathers entrepreneurs who want to share their latest IoT, AI, XR, and Robotics solutions. Further, Europe's largest B2B showroom offers you 60 conferences to visit, where 180 speakers will contribute to developing the tech ecosystem across Europe. This isn’t only a great chance to boost your business but also a unique opportunity to find new paths of digital transformation.
The Things Conference
When: September 25 – 26, 2024
Where: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: from €200
The Things Conference provides a forum for 1,500+ top IoT professionals and 70+ leading industry players to learn from 90+ curated keynotes and to discourse on research and development in the LPWAN market. At The Things Conference, attendees can get certified for their knowledge gained about LoRaWAN.
Industry of Things World Europe
When: September 29 – October 1, 2024
Where: Berlin, Germany
Price: from €895 for Digital Event Pass
Those who want to harness the power of the Industrial IoT application will never forget the Industry of Things World event, especially if they attended it in person. Those who come to Berlin will learn from 25 case studies and 20+ interactive workshops. On top of that, everyone has a chance to listen to 350 industry-focused speakers, including IBM, Ford, Siemens, and more.
IoT Tech Expo Europe
When: October 1 – 2, 2024
Where: Online & Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: Ultimate Pass – $699, Gold Pass – $499, Expo Pass – free
Powering the connected world with IoT – that’s what IoT Tech Expo Europe is all about. Find out best practices and innovations in manufacturing, transport, supply chain, government, legal sectors, financial services, energy, utilities, insurance, healthcare, retail, and more. Don’t just absorb the information but also network, gain personal AI-powered recommendations, and attend virtual one-to-one meetings.
Future Urbanism Expo
When: October 14 – 18, 2024
Where: Dubai, UAE
Price: on request
Future Urbanism Summit & Expo Dubai gathers the world’s most influential urbanists from intersecting worlds of infrastructure, city planning, development, investing, and technology to create livable cities of tomorrow. More than 15,000 professional visitors are expected, with over 150 exhibitors, high-level representatives from various cities, and over 100 speakers, experts, and thought leaders.
Find out how IoT has shaped and will continue to reshape the way we live while also learning how to spot potential areas for improvement!
IIoT World Manufacturing & Supply Chain Day
When: December 4, 2024
Where: Online
Price: Free
This virtual gathering will round out the series of IIoT World Day events in 2024. Over 21,000 attendees will come from 120+ counties to participate in the IIoT World Manufacturing & Supply Chain Day and listen to nuggets of wisdom from seasoned experts. As the name implies, the speakers will focus on IIoT & AI technologies applied in the manufacturing and supply chain industries.
Summing up
The Internet of Things is slowly but steadily conquering the world, and it’s just a matter of time before IoT technology will be present in every aspect of our daily lives. Visiting any of these conferences and expos is your chance to get an “Early Bird ticket” to tech insights and competitive strategies that you can implement before others. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
