Driving the Future of Connected Systems: CTO David McKee at IoT Tech Expo Global 2026
Last week, our CTO David McKee joined leading innovators and industry experts at the IoT Tech Expo Global 2026 in London — one of the premier technology conferences focused on the latest advancements in IoT, edge computing, digital twins, and security. The event brought together thousands of professionals from around the world to explore real-world use cases, pioneering technical discussions, and emerging strategies shaping the future of connected systems.
Insights from the Digital Twin & IoT Security Track
David participated in the “The Future of Digital Twins – Intelligence, Automation, and Beyond” panel — a highlight session dedicated to where digital twin technology is headed next. Joining visionary leaders from organisations at the forefront of digital transformation, David shared his perspective on how digital twins are evolving into intelligent, autonomous systems capable of driving predictive insights and operational efficiencies across industries.
Key discussion points included:
The transition of digital twins from static simulations to AI-enhanced, learning systems.
The role of edge computing in delivering real-time analytics and robust performance in distributed environments.
Practical strategies to scale digital twin deployments without compromising on security or data integrity.
David’s contributions helped emphasise how open standards, trusted data flows, and security-first architectures are essential to unlocking the full potential of digital twins in enterprise and critical infrastructure settings.
What We Took Away from the Event
Attending IoT Tech Expo Global reinforced some core themes that resonate strongly with Crysp’s mission:
✅ Connected systems are complex but solvable – Discussions with peers confirmed that while the barriers to secure IoT and edge deployments are real, there’s growing alignment on best practices for integration.
✅ Digital twins are becoming strategic assets – The conversations around generative analytics and autonomous decision support underscore a shift: digital twins are no longer niche tools but central components of future-ready operations.
✅ Security cannot be an afterthought – With threats evolving faster than ever, security leaders at the conference highlighted the importance of built-in resilience and continuous risk mitigation, themes that mirror Crysp’s emphasis on secure, scalable IoT architectures.
What It Means for Crysp
For Crysp, the event was both inspiring and affirming. David’s participation not only showcased our thought leadership but also helped strengthen connections with other technology pioneers and potential partners exploring similar challenges.
Here’s why it matters:
🔗 Validation of our vision — Our approach to combining digital twins, edge intelligence, and security aligns with where the industry is heading.
🤝 New strategic conversations — The networking opportunities and dialogue with ecosystem leaders open doors for deeper collaboration and innovation.
🚀 Stronger product perspective — The insights from peers and practitioners will directly inform how we evolve Crysp’s solutions to meet real-world needs.
We’re proud to have been part of this forward-looking forum and look forward to continuing the dialogue with peers and customers alike as we build the next generation of trusted connected systems.