Microcontrollers with Short-Range Wireless Radios Drive IoT in Global and Indian Markets

The Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed from a futuristic concept into a global reality, driven by microcontrollers integrated with short-range wireless communication radios such as Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Zigbee, Thread, Wi-Fi, and sub-GHz protocols. These compact, low-power systems enable seamless connectivity in smart homes, industrial automation, healthcare devices, and smart cities, supporting billions of deployed nodes worldwide. In India, rapid urbanization, government initiatives like Smart Cities Mission, and expanding digital infrastructure accelerate adoption, with applications in energy metering, asset tracking, and agriculture monitoring demanding reliable, secure, and energy-efficient solutions. Silicon Labs, through its Series 2 and Series 3 platforms, exemplifies this evolution by delivering PSA-certified security, AI-accelerated edge processing, and multi-protocol support tailored for high-volume and niche deployments. 

This article captures insights from the Works With 2025 event in Bangalore, highlighting how these technologies converge with Matter standardization, AI-driven development, and ecosystem partnerships to propel IoT growth in both global and Indian markets.

Aiden Mitchell from Arro...