2025 IoT Connectivity & Networking Award
Building the Bridges of a Connected World
As the backbone of digital transformation, connectivity and networking are critical to every successful IoT deployment. The 2025 IoT Connectivity & Networking Award honors outstanding innovations that enable seamless, reliable, and secure data exchange between IoT devices, platforms, and ecosystems.
This award recognizes solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible in IoT networking—from next-gen wireless protocols and low-power wide-area networks to intelligent edge routing, interoperability frameworks, and real-time connectivity infrastructure. Whether you’re solving for scalability, security, latency, or coverage, this is your chance to showcase the technology powering the connected world.
What We’re Looking For
We invite entries from companies, engineers, and organizations building or deploying IoT connectivity solutions, including but not limited to:
- Advanced wireless protocols (e.g., Wi-Fi 6/HaLow, 5G, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN, Thread)
- Mesh, hybrid, or satellite IoT networks
- Intelligent edge gateways or routers
- Device-to-device or device-to-cloud communication platforms
- Secure connectivity frameworks or communication stacks
- Solutions addressing low power, high throughput, or long-range use cases
- Interoperability and standardization efforts
Eligibility
The 2025 IoT Connectivity & Networking Award is open to all companies and individuals developing solutions related to IoT connectivity or network architecture. Eligible submissions must highlight work that was developed, updated, announced, or launched in 2025.
Submission Process
- Visit the award application page.
- Fill out the submission form with project details, visuals, specs, and supporting materials.
- Submit by the early bird deadline for discounted fees, or by the final deadline.
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: August 12, 2025
- Early Bird Deadline: September 5, 2025
- Final Entry Deadline: October 3, 2025
- Winners Announced: October 17, 2025
Who Should Apply
We’re looking for standout contributions in:
- IoT hardware and module manufacturers
- Network infrastructure providers and engineers
- Telecom and LPWAN innovators
- Software developers focused on communication protocols
- Edge computing and integration solution providers
- Startups building novel connectivity frameworks
- Research institutions advancing the science of IoT networking
Why Enter?
Winning this award offers:
- Third-party validation from IoThinkTank
- Increased visibility across the global IoT ecosystem
- A press-ready winner’s package with digital badges and banners
- Recognition across our blog, social media, and newsletter
- Motivation and morale boost for your engineering and marketing teams
Your innovation deserves to be recognized. Submit your solution today and gain the recognition it deserves in the world of connected intelligence.
Submission Info
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: August 12, 2025
- Early Bird Deadline: September 5, 2025
- Final Entry Deadline: October 3, 2025
- Winners Announced: October 17, 2025
Fees
- Early Bird Fee: $395
- Regular Fee: $495
Benefits of Winning
Celebrating Success: Benefits of Winning an IoThinkTank IoT Award
Winning an IoThinkTank Award is more than just an accolade; it's a recognition of your exceptional contribution to a sustainable future. As a distinguished winner, you will enjoy a myriad of benefits that amplify the reach and impact of your initiatives:
1. Prominent Press Recognition:
- Your IoT project, company, or individual achievement will be prominently featured in a press release distributed by IoThinkTank. This widespread acknowledgment ensures that your success reverberates across industry channels, reaching a global audience.
2. Media Kit for Amplified Visibility:
- Receive an exclusive media kit, meticulously crafted to showcase your achievement. This kit includes high-quality logos and customized award badge(s) that you can integrate into your marketing materials, social media, and communication channels, amplifying the visibility of your environmental impact.
3. Authorized Use of IoThinkTank Logo and Awards Badge:
- Gain permission to proudly display the IoThinkTank logo and the prestigious IoT Environmental Impact Award badge on your official website and promotional materials. This visual testament serves as a symbol of your commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.
4. Inclusion in Winners Page:
- Enjoy a dedicated presence on the IoThinkTank Winners Page, featuring your company logo and a link to your website. This digital showcase ensures that industry professionals, peers, and stakeholders recognize and celebrate your achievement long after the awards ceremony.
5. Extended Exposure with a Year-Long Profile:
- Benefit from a full-year spotlight on IoThinkTank.com with a dedicated profile for your winning project, company, or individual contribution. Showcase your journey, milestones, and environmental impact, providing an immersive experience for visitors seeking insights into cutting-edge IoT solutions.
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