The phrase “Internet of Things” has become a common way of describing the concept of connecting physical objects to the Internet. The term describes the idea of connecting anything that has an electronic circuit to the Internet. These items include vehicles, appliances, clothing, and even bodies. Since 2017, there has been a rapid increase in the number of objects connecting to the IoT.
With this increase in connectivity, security vulnerabilities and cybercrime are also on the rise.

The concept of IoT has revolutionized the way humans interact with the digital world. This world is made up of billions of connected devices, providing us with information and helping us stay up-to-date with the latest technology. Many believe that this mobility is a godsend, as it helps us in every task we undertake.
 On the one hand, it gives us access to data that was previously impossible to obtain. In addition, it allows us to send and receive information without using physical contact. Aside from this, we can also keep track of things and make decisions based on that information.

According to the Future Horizons International Association (FOIA), most IoT devices are considered highly vulnerable to cyber attacks. Every year sees an exponential increase in the creation of new smart devices, making it harder for security experts to keep up with them all. This makes it easy for cybercriminals to infiltrate devices and perform malicious acts without being discovered. For example, approximately 83% of smart cars are currently vulnerable to cybercrime attacks. This is because smart cars have access to the internet and can act as platforms for cybercrime schemes.

In addition to cyber security concerns, there are several ways privacy can be improved in the age of IoT. To improve privacy, there are several ways in which the responsibility of individuals and companies can be improved. This includes the use of blockchain technology as a tamper-proof record-keeping system. It also includes the implementation of biometric security systems as a way to keep people anonymous as they interact with the digital world. As we adopt these new technologies, we must also adopt new methods to protect our personal data and improve our privacy within the digital sphere.

Increased connectivity is revolutionizing today’s methods of communication and data collection. However, this increased connectivity has also raised concerns about cybersecurity and privacy issues surrounding the IoT. There are many ways these issues can be corrected, from implementing stronger security measures through improved accountability, or improving our privacy levels through biometric or blockchain technologies.