The Things Conference 2026
This year marks the 9th edition of TTC, and it’s set to be our most impactful gathering yet.
Join thousands of IoT professionals, developers, engineers, and technology leaders as we come together for two full days of expert insights, hands-on sessions, and future-shaping innovation.
Spotlight on the Bluetooth® roadmap and key emerging technologies
Date & time: 22 September 2026 – 11:35 a.m.
Presenter: Damon Barnes | Director of technical marketing at the Bluetooth SIG
The Bluetooth SIG typically has more than 50 active specification development projects at any given time. These projects encompass a range of initiatives, from enhancing minor features within existing Bluetooth specifications to developing new specifications that introduce significant functionality to Bluetooth wireless technology. In this presentation, Damon Barnes will provide an overview of the latest advancements in Bluetooth technology, including the latest information on High Data Throughput, IP Link, High-Resolution & Lossless Audio, and the Higher Bands project.
Panel: Wireless IoT standards: State of the union
Date & time: 22 September 2026 – 9:45 a.m.
Panelist: Damon Barnes | Director of technical marketing at the Bluetooth SIG
Representatives from the DECT Forum, Connectivity Standards Alliance, Thread Group, Bluetooth SIG, Wi-Fi Alliance, LoRa Alliance, and Z-Wave Alliance will come together to tackle some of the biggest questions facing the wireless industry:
- How can we continue to push the industry forward?
- How do we drive greater developer adoption?
- What can the different ecosystems do together to create a more connected world?
- And ultimately, how can we best serve hardware makers, systems integrators, and product builders with the right wireless technologies?
