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This issue focuses on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Breakthrough: Qualcomm and Aramco Digital's Edge AI Collaboration

On May 15, 2025, Qualcomm and Aramco Digital announced a groundbreaking partnership to commercialize advanced edge AI for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications. This collaboration leverages Qualcomm's AI-optimized chipsets and Aramco Digital's industrial expertise to deliver real-time data processing for smart factories, oil and gas operations, and logistics.

This development aligns with the projected growth of the global IIoT market, which is expected to increase from $688.49 billion in 2025 to $4,718.38 billion by 2033, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.2%. The partnership's focus on edge computing taps into a burgeoning trend, with investments in edge technology projected to reach $228 billion in 2024 and grow to $378 billion by 2028.