The Internet of Things and all the devices connected to the internet through it have open new opportunities for cybercriminals. It looks like by the end of 2019 there will be more than 14 billion connected devices in use. It will continue to expand with that number reaching 25 billion by 2021, according to Gartner. The value of IoT, which is increasing and strategic, must be balanced against its risk, says a report from the Indiana IoT Lab. A careless or rushed implementation can put organizations and individuals at risk.”]
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