Thread: A Low-Power IPv6 Wireless Mesh Standard for IoT

Thread is a wireless mesh networking technology that gives every node a real IPv6 address: avoiding gateways, translation layers, or vendor lock-in. Built on low-cost 802.15.4 radios and Internet Protocol standards, Thread forms a self-healing secure mesh that spans a home or building. It's already a wireless layer supported by Matter, running in millions of smart-home IoT devices, while adoption in the smart buildings segment is also picking up. This talk breaks down how Thread works, what its unique features are, and why it's beneficial for IoT device makers.