In The Internet Of Things, Opportunities Abound For Class Action Litigation

At an estimated 8.4 billion in number, connected devices now in use outnumber people on earth.¹ It is estimated that the usage of these devices will continue to grow, reaching 20 billion devices over the next two years and 50 billion devices by 2050.² The Internet of Things (IoT) describes the milieu of these connected devices, which are connected to each other and to the internet. IoT technologies are transforming not only industrial processes but the way people do business. Their effect is far reaching, crossing all disciplines and industries. These connected devices range from wearables, smart children's toys and home appliances to digital health devices and autonomous vehicles.