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The number of connected devices worldwide is projected to surpass 29 billion by 2030. From healthcare IoT and industrial OT to smart vehicles and critical infrastructure, these devices are now central to operations and innovation. The rapid evolution of IoT technology and its widespread adoption across industries have introduced new opportunities, but also new risks.

IoT and OT devices are now the backbone of modern enterprises — powering healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and critical infrastructure. But with billions of devices in use worldwide, security and compliance are becoming increasingly complex and resource-intensive.

A recent healthcare IoT security breach exposed thousands of devices across multiple facilities, including connected medical devices and critical healthcare equipment used in hospitals. Sensitive patient information was compromised, putting not only privacy at risk but also threatening health insurance portability and compliance with the accountability act.

Zero Trust has become the gold standard for modern cybersecurity architectures, built on “never trust, always verify.” Yet a recent study by the Cloud Security Alliance reveals that nearly 1 in 5 organizations have experienced a security incident related to non-human identities, with only 15% remaining confident in their ability to secure them. The culprit? Device identity—the missing link that can render even the most sophisticated Zero Trust strategy ineffective.

IoT is everywhere, quietly powering everything from smart thermostats in homes to complex systems in industrial networks. While these devices bring incredible convenience and innovation, they also open the door to significant cybersecurity risks, especially in manufacturing and similarly sensitive sectors. The longer devices stay online, the more likely they are to become vulnerable due to outdated software, misconfigurations, or a lack of ongoing security management.