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Making IoT Connectivity More Flexible: The Future of Scalable Connectivity Sep 04, 2026

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What happens when IoT connectivity becomes more complicated as deployments scale?

In this episode of The IoT Podcast, host Jake Gilbert, Head of 5V Tech, sits down with Jan Buis, CCO & Co-Founder of The IoT Guide, to explore the challenges businesses face when managing connectivity at scale and why more flexible models could offer a different approach.

Jan shares his journey from telecoms and Wi-Fi into IoT, including how the IoT Guide evolved from an MVP focused on connectivity challenges into a platform designed to help businesses manage multiple connectivity solutions. The conversation also looks at the limitations of traditional prepaid and postpaid models, and how the IoT Guide’s wallet approach combines elements of both.

Jake and Jan also discuss:

Why IoT connectivity becomes more complex as deployments scale
The challenges of prepaid and postpaid connectivity models
How the wallet model works and where it can be useful
Why hardware vendors are increasingly looking at connectivity as an additional service
How white-label connectivity can bring vendors closer to their customers
Use cases including backup connectivity and consumer wearables
The growing role of eSIM and flexible connectivity models
What hardware vendors should consider when choosing a connectivity partner
Why understanding how customers use connected products is so important

The episode also looks ahead at how flexible, usage-based connectivity could develop, including the role of eSIM profiles and changing approaches to connectivity in IoT.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to IoT Guide
02:57 – The evolution of IoT connectivity
04:26 – Guiding businesses through connectivity
07:03 – Connectivity challenges at scale
09:00 – Prepaid vs postpaid
10:26 – The wallet model
11:46 – Backup connectivity use cases
14:31 – Connectivity as a service
16:39 – How the IoT Guide began
18:48 – Simplifying connectivity
20:58 – Selling connectivity as a service
24:14 – White-label connectivity
29:05 – Consumer wearables
32:02 – Bringing vendors closer to customers
35:52 – The future of eSIM
37:53 – Will flexible models become standard?
40:01 – Choosing a connectivity partner
42:24 – Learning from customer usage
44:28 – The importance of connectivity
45:23 – Final thoughts

About The Things Industries

The Things Industries is a leading provider of enterprise LoRaWAN® network solutions, enabling companies to build, operate, and scale secure IoT networks. Founded in 2015 and based in Amsterdam, its core product, The Things Stack, is a carrier-grade LoRaWAN Network Server trusted by enterprises worldwide. Its technology powers use cases from cold chain logistics to smart parking, with customers including Bosch, Panasonic, and Deutsche Bahn.

Find out more: www.thethingsindustries.com

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Breaking the Lock-In Myth: The Reality of eSIM IoT Aug 14, 2026

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Why was eSIM IoT supposed to solve vendor lock in, and why are new forms of lock-in still appearing across the industry?

eSIM IoT promised greater flexibility, more choice, and the ability to change connectivity providers without replacing physical SIMs. But as adoption grows, the reality is proving more complicated.

In this episode of The IoT Podcast, Jake Gilbert sits down with Henrik Aagaard, Co-Founder & CTO at Onomondo, to unpack the reality of eSIM IoT - exploring what the technology genuinely solves, where the industry is falling short, and what buyers need to consider when choosing an eSIM IoT solution.

The conversation explores how traditional SIM-based connectivity created long-term lock-in for IoT deployments, while closed ecosystems, limited interoperability and non-configurable architectures can introduce new forms of technical and commercial lock-in.

Jake and Henrik also discuss:

Why eSIM IoT was designed to remove traditional connectivity lock-in
What SGP.32 and the EIM mean for interoperability and control
How closed ecosystems can limit connectivity choices after deployment
The questions buyers should ask before committing to a provider
Why flexibility needs to be considered across the lifetime of an IoT deployment

The episode also looks ahead at where eSIM IoT is heading, including the development of more open and interoperable connectivity models and what this could mean for wider IoT adoption.

This episode offers a practical look at the realities of eSIM IoT, and why buyers shouldn't simply assume flexibility, but verify it.

Chapters…

00:00 Introduction to eSIM IoT
03:29 Why eSIM IoT Matters
06:43 Traditional Connectivity and Lock-In
09:07 What eSIM IoT Gets Right
12:42 SGP.32 and the EIM
17:34 How Lock-In Still Exists
22:40 The Impact of Lock-In
27:21 What Buyers Should Look For
32:08 The Impact on IoT Adoption
36:19 Competition, Innovation and Cost
39:39 The Future of Open Connectivity
44:00 The Road Ahead for eSIM IoT
47:33 Onomondo’s Approach
49:17 Key Takeaways
53:50 Final Thoughts

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Connect with our guest… https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrikaagaard/

About Onomondo

Onomondo is a pioneer in next-generation IoT connectivity, with a fully integrated core network designed to simplify IoT management and development. Our platform helps businesses harness cellular connectivity to deploy IoT applications globally. By bridging cellular networks and the Internet of Things, Onomondo provides a modern, reliable and user-centric connectivity solution for businesses looking to scale with ease and agency.

Find out more: https://onomondo.com/

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The Next Era of Intelligent Edge Devices I Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate I Jul 17, 2026

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The next era of intelligent edge devices is taking shape - but what’s driving real-world deployment, and how are hardware and software evolving to keep pace with such a fast-moving ecosystem?

Welcome to Edge of Tomorrow – The Edge AI Debate, our spin-off series from The IoT Podcast, created in collaboration with the EDGE AI FOUNDATION. This series brings together leading voices from across the Edge AI ecosystem to debate the toughest questions shaping its future.

In this episode, host Pete Bernard (CEO, EDGE AI FOUNDATION) is joined by Scott Hanson (Founder & CTO at Ambiq) to explore how ultra-low power compute is enabling the next generation of intelligent edge devices. Starting with the journey from research to commercialisation, the conversation traces how advances in low-power processor design have evolved into technologies now powering hundreds of millions of devices.

It then moves into the realities of building for edge AI today, from balancing long hardware development cycles with rapid AI innovation, to the growing role of software in bridging that gap. The discussion dives into where edge AI is already delivering value at scale, including wearables, smart home systems, industrial monitoring, and medical devices. It also explores the shift from isolated use cases to widespread adoption, with an increasing number of deployed devices now running some form of intelligence at the edge.

This episode offers a grounded perspective on the rise of agentic AI, the relationship between edge and cloud intelligence, and what’s needed to support increasingly complex, real-world systems, exploring where edge AI is today and where it’s heading next.

Expect discussion on…

The role of ultra-low power compute in scaling Edge AI
Hardware vs. software: bridging development cycles
Where Edge AI is already delivering value at scale
Wearables, smart homes, industrial, and medical use cases
The shift from isolated deployments to widespread adoption
Edge vs. cloud: where intelligence actually lives
The rise of agentic AI and system-level intelligence

Chapters…

00:00 Introductions

01:30 The origin of Ambiq and ultra-low power innovation

03:00 Scaling a chip company and market growth

04:00 Hardware vs software development cycles in AI

06:00 Keeping pace with rapid AI innovation

08:30 General-purpose vs specialised architectures

10:45 Moore’s Law and efficiency gains at the edge

13:00 Real-world scale: where edge AI is being deployed

15:30 Wearables, smart homes, and industrial use cases

17:30 Edge AI in everyday life: sensing and inference

19:30 Consumer vs commercial adoption trends

21:30 The rise of “life logging” and contextual data

24:00 Societal and ethical considerations of always-on AI

25:30 Agentic AI and system-level intelligence

27:30 Edge vs cloud: where intelligence actually lives

29:30 Cost, scalability, and moving AI out of the cloud

31:30 Physical AI and robotics opportunities

33:30 Final reflections on the future of edge AI 🎧

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What’s your take? Join the debate!

About Edge of Tomorrow – The Edge AI Debate Edge of Tomorrow is our dedicated debate series bringing together technologists, researchers, and industry leaders to tackle the most pressing and controversial questions in Edge AI. From privacy and security to ethics, ownership, and governance, this series goes beyond hype to explore what it will take to build Edge AI systems responsibly. Our goal is to surface diverse perspectives, challenge assumptions, and give listeners the context they need to navigate one of the most transformative shifts in modern computing.

How To become a True Solution Provider | Dominik Kujawski - Co-CEO at needCode | The IoT Podcast May 07, 2026

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Why do so many IoT and embedded projects become harder to deliver as they scale, even when the technology itself works?

As IoT and embedded projects scale, the challenge shifts from simply developing the technology… to delivering outcomes reliably.

Not just technically, but commercially and operationally too.

In this episode of The IoT Podcast, Jake Gilbert sits down with Dominik Kujawski, Co-CEO & CRO at needCode, to explore how that shift is changing the way connected products are being built, delivered, and supported across the IoT industry.

Drawing on their experience across wireless connectivity, ultra wideband, BLE, and embedded systems, the conversation focuses on the realities that start to emerge as projects become more complex - from integration challenges and certification requirements, to reducing iteration cycles, avoiding costly rework, and aligning technical delivery with commercial expectations.

Rather than approaching projects as isolated technical tasks, Dominik explains why more companies are moving towards a solution-first mindset starting with the client problem, understanding the operational context, and taking greater ownership of the end result.

Jake and Dominik also discuss:

🎙️ What signals it’s time to move beyond your current business model

🎙️ How starting from the client problem (not the technical solution) changes delivery

🎙️ Why reducing iteration and rework is often where the real value sits

🎙️ What “production ready” means when certification and performance are involved

🎙️ How value is measured differently, beyond day rates or cost

The episode also gives a look at how expectations on delivery partners are changing, particularly as connected products become more intelligent, more integrated and more commercially critical.

This episode offers insight into what it actually takes to deliver successfully in modern IoT environments.

Chapters...

00:00 Introduction to needCode and Its Evolution
03:45 Moving from Capacity to Solutions
08:01 Cultural Alignment and Team Dynamics
12:07 Understanding Client Problems and Delivery Challenges
18:23 Identifying the Right Customer Profile
23:38 Navigating Enterprise vs Startup Environments
25:52 Shifting from Cost to Value-Based Delivery
27:28 The Impact of AI and Edge Computing
33:02 Certification, Interoperability, and Production Readiness
36:17 Differentiation in a Competitive Market
39:26 Real-World Case Studies and Lessons Learned
42:38 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

The episode is live on all major listening platforms now!

Listen here: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

Connect with our guest… https://linkedin.com/in/dominik-kujawski

About needCode needCode is an IoT development company focused on system integration, architecting, and deploying wireless connectivity solutions for critical applications. Their work spans ultra wideband, BLE, embedded systems, and smart connected products, helping businesses solve complex connectivity challenges and deliver production-ready solutions. Find out more: https://needcode.io/

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Can We Trust Edge AI? | Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate with Ros Cammarota & Aydin Aysu Jan 15, 2026

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What does “trust” really mean when AI lives at the edge?

Welcome to Edge of Tomorrow – The Edge AI Debate, our spin-off series from The IoT Podcast, created in collaboration with the @edgeaifoundation This series brings together leading voices from across the Edge AI ecosystem to debate the toughest questions shaping its future.

In this episode, host Pete Bernard (CEO, EDGE AI FOUNDATION) is joined by Rosario Cammarota (Chief Scientist, Intel Privacy Lab) and Aydin Aysu (Founder, MithrilAI) to tackle:

Can you trust Edge AI - and if so, where does that trust really come from?

As intelligence becomes distributed across edge devices, the traditional assumptions around privacy, security, and ownership start to break down.

This conversation digs into how trust changes when AI runs locally, whether hardware can (or should) be trusted, and what it means for users, builders, and regulators alike.

From cryptographic techniques like homomorphic encryption to real-world deployment scenarios, the debate explores what it actually takes to build Edge AI systems that are not only powerful, but trustworthy.

Chapters…

00:00 Introductions & debate setup

02:30 What does “trust” mean when AI lives at the edge?

07:10 Edge vs. cloud: control, risk, and responsibility

11:40 Can we secure Edge AI without trusting hardware?

17:20 The role of homomorphic encryption

22:30 Data ownership, governance, and user sovereignty

28:40 Real-world Edge AI deployments and security trade offs

34:10 Final reflections: rebuilding trust in the Edge AI stack

The episode is live now on all major podcast platformsListen here: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

What’s your take? Join the debate in the comments.

Connect with our guests…

Rosario Cammarota – Chief Scientist, Intel Privacy Lab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ro-cammarota-a226b817/

Aydin Aysu – Founder, MithrilAI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aydinaysu/

Moderator: Pete Bernard – CEO, EDGE AI FOUNDATION: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardpete/

Tooling, Frameworks & the Future of Edge AI | Edge of Tomorrow - The Edge AI Debate Jan 08, 2026

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Edge AI is evolving quickly - what’s changing in the tooling and frameworks that support it? And where do the biggest opportunities for improvement lie?

In this episode of Edge of Tomorrow – The Edge AI Debate, host Pete Bernard (CEO, EDGE AI FOUNDATION) is joined by Elia Schoenberger (Product Marketing, AI Division at Civa) and Nathan Francis (Business Development at AIZip) for an in-depth discussion on the role of tooling and frameworks in shaping the future of Edge AI.

While much of the attention in AI is placed on models and hardware, this conversation focuses on the layers in between — compilers, SDKs, deployment pipelines, and frameworks — and how they influence speed, scalability, and collaboration across the ecosystem.

The discussion explores how hardware constraints, model design, and tooling choices intersect, whether the industry is moving toward standardisation or continuing to prioritise innovation, and what practical steps could help simplify Edge AI development without slowing progress.

This episode offers a look at how the Edge AI stack is evolving - and what it will take to support broader, more efficient deployment in the years ahead.

Chapters…

00:00 Introductions

01:40 Why tooling and frameworks matter in Edge AI

03:25 Hardware constraints, models, and deployment realities

05:23 Fragmentation vs fit-for-purpose tooling

07:59 Power, performance, and memory trade-offs

09:18 Where Edge AI sits on the maturity curve

11:32 Standardisation, innovation, and ecosystem balance

13:32 Compilers, MLIR, and unifying the toolchain

16:02 Deployment challenges and quantisation complexity

25:17 Generative models arriving at the edge

31:36 Local-first intelligence and when the cloud still matters

32:52 What would help accelerate Edge AI development

36:13 Final reflections and closing thoughts

The episode is live on all major listening platforms now: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

Connect with our guests…

Elia Schoenberger (CIVA,Inc): https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliashenberger/

Nathan Francis (AIZip): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanfrancis99/

About Edge of Tomorrow – The Edge AI Debate Edge of Tomorrow is our debate-led spin-off series bringing together leaders from across the Edge AI ecosystem to explore the technical, commercial, and strategic decisions shaping how intelligence moves closer to the real world.

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Where Will the Next Billion-Dollar Ideas Come From in the AI Era? | Yasser Alsaied | The IoT Podcast Dec 18, 2025

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What does it really take to build the next billion-dollar idea?

And why do some innovative ideas scale fast… while others quietly disappear?

In this episode of The IoT Podcast, host Tom White sits down in Dubai with one of the show’s most popular previous guests - and one of the world’s leading voices in IoT - Yasser Alsaied, President at Facilis and former VP of IoT at AWS, for an open, in-person conversation about what really drives innovation today.

They look back at predictions Yasser made in his 2023 episode and where we are now. They explore why ideas don’t win on vision alone, why startups often build the most meaningful breakthroughs and why many founders are now choosing belief over quick exits.

They also talk about the pace of change across the MENA region, what moving fast really demands from leadership teams, and why having the right people matters more than having the biggest budget.

From AI and edge to industrial systems and robotics, this episode is about what it really takes to turn an idea into something that lasts.

Chapters…

00:00 Introductions
02:48 Looking Back: Which Predictions Came True
08:05 Why AI Is Useless Without Real Data
14:30 Why Startups Move Faster Than Big Companies
20:45 When Innovation Dies After Acquisition
27:40 Robotics, Edge, and Real-World Impact
36:22 Why Tech Is Moving So Fast in the MENA Region
55:56 Speed, Execution, and Knowing When to Move
1:01:35 What It Really Takes to Build the Next Billion-Dollar Idea

The episode is live on all major listening platforms now: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

Connect with our guestYasser Alsaied: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasseralsaied/

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This episode is released alongside the announcement of Yasser’s strategic partnership with 5V Tech. Find out more: https://www.weare5vtech.com/welcoming-global-iot-leader-yasser-alsaied-

Programmable Mobile: The Connectivity Shift No One Can Ignore with Stacuity's Tim Dowling & John Freeman Dec 04, 2025

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What does it take to rebuild the way mobile connectivity works for IoT? And why are operators, MVNOs, and enterprises starting to rethink how much visibility and control they should have over their networks?

In this episode of The IoT Podcast, host Tom White sits down with Tim Dowling Co-Founder & COO and John Freeman - CEO at Stacuity, a company developing a fully programmable mobile core designed to give connectivity providers real-time control, flexibility, and global reach.

They dig into the shift toward more programmable networks, what real-time visibility actually enables, and why permanent roaming rules, data sovereignty and regional regulations are forcing a rethink of global IoT strategies.

The discussion focuses on how these changes show up in real deployments: faster troubleshooting, tighter security, smarter automation, and more flexibility for MVNOs and enterprises building connected products.

If you work with IoT devices, manage connectivity, or just want a clearer view of where the industry is heading, this episode is your inside scoop!

Chapters...

00:00 Introductions
02:44 What’s Changing in Mobile Connectivity Today
08:23 Why IT and Telecom Are Rapidly Converging
11:02 A Practical Explanation of “Programmable Mobile”
15:12 Data Sovereignty, Local Breakout & Performance
20:01 Who Benefits from Becoming an MVNO
24:48 Managing Connectivity Across Multiple Regions
27:29 What Full Network Control Enables
32:06 Common Operator & Enterprise Pain Points
41:22 Collaboration, Competition & Market Dynamics
48:30 How Real-Time Connectivity Unlocks New Use Cases
56:43 Career Lessons from Tim & John
59:35 Where to Learn More

The episode is Live on all major listening platforms now: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

Connect with our guests

Tim Dowling: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timdowling100/

John Freeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freemanj/

Find out more about Stacuity: https://stacuity.com/?utm_term=stacuity&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=2497416715&hsa_cam=22351269244&hsa_grp=175269389166&hsa_ad=762379803079&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-2281329050636&hsa_kw=stacuity&hsa_mt=p&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22351269244&gbraid=0AAAAAoKxsrV-OS0oKWO2JFcBguckGZ_sI&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_8TJBhDNARIsAPX5qxQHLGRUlDnDiC55YaFwyDBmmDarA3k16SX3Y9GJRt5xKPvZ0odq6LgaAhFXEALw_wcB

About Stacuity

Stacuity is a next-generation mobile connectivity platform empowering operators, MVNOs and enterprises with real-time control, flexible routing, and global-scale IoT connectivity. By combining a cloud-style, API-first core with distributed edge data breakouts, Stacuity enables programmable mobile networks that support data sovereignty, low-latency performance, and dynamic automation.

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Closing the Gap: Closing the Gap: How to Get Edge AI To Users Faster | Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate with Rajesh Subramaniam (embedUR Systems) & Reza Kazerounian (Alif Semiconductor) Jun 26, 2025

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Edge AI is evolving fast - but how do we accelerate the path from development to deployment, and get real products into users’ hands sooner?

Welcome to the Edge of Tomorrow - The Edge AI Debate, our brand new spin off series on The IoT Podcast in collaboration with the ‪ @edgeaifoundation bringing together the leading minds in Edge AI for debates and discussions on the biggest challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping the future of Edge AI.

In this episode, host Pete Bernard (CEO, EDGE AI FOUNDATION) sits down with Rajesh Subramaniam (Founder & CEO at EmbedUR Systems) and Reza Kazerounian (Founder & President at Alif Semiconductor) to tackle one of the most pressing questions in the space:How do we accelerate getting Edge AI products to users - and close the gap between innovation and deployment?

From chip design to software pipelines, product cycles to killer apps, this episode dives deep into the real-world friction between building cutting-edge Edge AI and actually commercialising it.

Expect thoughts on...

👉 Why Edge AI products are stuck in the lab while the tech races ahead

👉 What’s driving the growing gap between hardware, software, and market timelines

👉 The tension between standardisation and innovation - and who should compromise

👉 Whether the ecosystem is ready to scale or still too fragmented

👉 What tools, platforms, and killer apps are needed to ship at speed

Chapters...

02:10 Introductions
04:30 Why the AI hardware-software cycle is totally broken
06:40 The explosion of use cases - and the challenge of keeping up
09:10 Rajesh’s “Netflix moment” - when hardware is ready, but the app isn’t
12:00 What it takes to ship a real Edge AI product (beyond just the chip)
15:30 Model Nova, Fusion Studio, and simplifying deployment
17:45 Why standardisation might be the only way forward
20:10 Innovation vs. compatibility: can we have both?
24:00 How fragmentation is killing speed - and what to do about it
27:20 Disruptive architectures vs. proven platforms
31:00 The future of Edge AI tooling and ecosystems
35:10 Final thoughts: how do we actually close the gap?

🎧 The episode is now live on all major podcast platforms.Listen here: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

What’s your take - are we close to bridging the Edge AI-user gap, or just getting started? Let us know in the comments!

Connect with our guests… Reza Kazerounian (Founder & President at Alif Semiconductor) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reza-kazerounian/

Find out more about Alif Semiconductor - https://alifsemi.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20681515581&gbraid=0AAAAAoY4w6vEfdbpyanaxs5O2n0oYS0LV&gclid=CjwKCAjw3_PCBhA2EiwAkH_j4vzdvAIW5JR2lgq9FGf2qqZc1TBtrnpVXxRLURxp2XvO3uZlUz7x9hoCzhoQAvD_BwE

Rajesh Subramaniam (Founder & CEO at EmbedUR Systems) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajesh-c-subramaniam/

Find out more about embedUR Systems - https://www.embedur.ai/

About the Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate

Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate is our special spin-off series bringing together some of the brightest minds in Edge AI and beyond for high-stake discussions and debates over hot-button issues, opportunities, and topics of the moment in and around Edge AI. From the ethics of machine learning to the security risks lurking at the edge, no question is off-limits.

Our goal is to bring together diverse voices—technologists, ethicists and innovators—to share their perspectives, explore new ideas, and discuss what’s at stake. By fostering honest, in-depth conversations, Edge of Tomorrow aims to give listeners the insights they need to better understand this transformative field.

This series isn’t just about exploring what’s next for Edge AI—it’s about discussing how we get there responsibly. By bringing together thought leaders from across the field, we aim to dig into the challenges and opportunities of Edge AI, sparking ideas that lead to meaningful change.

Inside the NXP Smart Home Lab: Edge AI in 2025 - Where Are We, Actually? | Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate with NXP's Davis Sawyer & Anthony Huereca Apr 24, 2025

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We’ve been talking about smarter devices for years - but what does progress actually look like today?

In this episode of our spin-off series Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate, created in collaboration with the @edgeaifoundation , Host Tom White heads to NXP Semiconductor's Smart Home Lab to sit down with Davis Sawyer - AI Product Manager and Anthony Huereca - Senior Embedded Systems Engineer.

Together, they explore where Edge AI really stands in 2025 from smaller, more efficient models to the gap between what people want and what’s actually being built.

They dive into the current state of embedded intelligence, real-world applications in the smart home, technical and practical challenges, and what the future might look like, with a focus on what’s actually working today.

Expect thoughts on...

👉 Where smart home tech really stands in 2025

👉 Why “Physical AI” might define the next decade

👉 The reality of running large AI models on embedded devices

👉 The ongoing push for standardisation (and why it’s more complex than it looks)

Chapters...

03:20 Getting to know Davis & Anthony and what NXP is all about
04:50 Where we’re at with smart homes and if they’ve lived up to the hype
07:15 What people really want from AI vs. what we think they want
08:30 Whether AI is actually helping drive real automation
11:11 Finding the balance between the cloud and edge computing
12:30 Are we actually using the tech we’re building — and is it worth it?
15:30 Are we getting on the same page with Edge AI standards?
18:00 Why taking smart risks matters in innovation
18:33 Dreaming big — what we’d love to see in Edge AI
21:30 Everyone has a different take on what a “small model” is
23:00 The rise of AI models being built directly at the edge
24:30 NXP’s perspective on where Edge AI is going
27:40 Quick-fire questions with the guests
33:00 A tour of NXP’s smart home lab and solutions

The episode is live on all major listening platforms now! Listen here: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast

What’s your take? Where do you see us heading? Drop your thoughts in the comments after you’ve had a listen.

Connect with our guests... Davis Sawyer - AI Product Marketing Manager: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-sawyer/ Anthony Huereca - Senior Embedded Systems Engineer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/huereca/

About Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate

Edge of Tomorrow: The Edge AI Debate is a special spin-off series from The IoT Podcast, bringing together some of the brightest minds in Edge AI and beyond for high-stakes discussions on the challenges, opportunities, and trends shaping the future of intelligence at the edge. From the ethics of machine learning to the complexity of standardisation, no topic is off-limits.

Our goal is to give you real conversations — not just forecasts — by bringing together voices from across the field to explore how we can build AI that’s practical, responsible, and future-ready.

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