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7. Government Regulation on IoT

Padmaraj Nidagundi1  
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Riga, Latvia
 

The Internet of Things is a world-changing phenomenon that is sweeping the globe. As the number of connected devices increases, so does the complexity and potential for malfunctions – and, consequently, regulation. Governments are scrambling to come up with laws and regulations to keep up with IoT’s breakneck pace. However, the most significant and major challenge is that the definitions of “things” and “connectivity” are constantly evolving.

Upon further reflection, it becomes quite apparent why government regulations on the IoT are so difficult to carry out. In some governments ...

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