How does Xiaomi hold the IoT Developer Conference IoT security?

Will the world’s largest commercial IoT hardware platform be open? According to Xiaomi’s data, as of the first half of 2017, the Xiaomi IoT platform had over 60 million connected smart devices, with more than 6 million online devices, making it the largest commercial IoT platform globally. Xiaomi offers over 100 smart hardware products, including the Xiaomi Band, Air Purifier, Mijia Water Purifier, Sweeping Robot, Ninebot Balance Car, Rice Cooker, and Mijia Desk Lamp—many of which are commonly seen in daily life. This year, the Mijia app has expanded to include more third-party smart devices from non-Mijia brands, further strengthening its ecosystem. With its open strategy, Xiaomi is aiming to create a truly interconnected smart home environment. Imagine if major home appliances like air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, and even smart toothbrushes could all be integrated into the Xiaomi IoT platform. That’s the vision behind the upcoming developer conference.

AI speakers can only listen to music and ask the weather? Many companies, including Google, Amazon, Alibaba, Baidu, and Xiaomi, have launched their own smart speakers. However, due to limited support for IoT devices, these speakers often end up being used just for playing music or checking the weather. Xiaomi’s Xiaoai speaker, supported by hundreds of smart devices in its ecosystem, is one of the few that can act as a true home control center. Since its launch in July, Xiaoai has shown impressive capabilities, including self-learning features. At the developer conference, Xiaomi is expected to unveil new features for Xiaoai, allowing it to control even more smart devices once the IoT platform opens up. This could be a big step forward for both consumers and third-party manufacturers.

How is IoT security guaranteed? As more smart devices enter homes, users are increasingly concerned about data privacy and security. For example, leaked home camera footage has made headlines on major platforms. As the largest smart hardware platform, Xiaomi must address these concerns to ensure widespread adoption. Security has always been a key focus for Xiaomi, and the upcoming developer conference is likely to include discussions on how to protect user data while expanding the ecosystem. Ensuring trust is essential for the future growth of the IoT industry.

Compared to other IoT systems like Alibaba and Baidu, Xiaomi’s biggest advantage lies in its massive user base and established ecosystem. With over 60 million connected devices, the Xiaomi IoT platform has already gained significant traction. It’s clear that Xiaomi has achieved early success in the global IoT race. Now, the question is: how will it expand next? How can it make it easier for non-smart home products to integrate into its platform? The answers may come from the upcoming developer conference, where Xiaomi is expected to reveal its next steps in building a smarter, more connected future.