The Internet of Things as a concept is no longer all that new. But the concept is rapidly maturing into viable prospects for business, with the devices, the networks and data processing platforms and applications required to unleash its potential already largely in place today. And IoT holds enormous transformative potential.

There are more and more examples of the significant damage cyber-criminals can inflict, whether it is stealing information to export for profit, or just doing harm by interrupting and interfering with business operations. Understanding and treating cyber security just like any other business risk is therefore crucial to ensure longevity. The risks are real, and they are turning into actual losses for many companies.

Computers and computing have already fundamentally reshaped our world; and a new revolution is happening right now. Artificial intelligence – machines that think – is coming into society right now and it is going to be monumental for everyone, from the business to the consumer.