In terms of network deployment, three major telecom operators have already initiated NB-IoT network construction and are actively promoting related services. They have gradually achieved nationwide coverage. The scale of NB-IoT network deployment is among the global leaders, with some application projects moving from pilot demonstrations to large-scale implementation. While NB-IoT has been widely adopted, there are still areas that need improvement, particularly in security.
Wenku emphasized that NB-IoT is a key technology for achieving massive connectivity and universal interconnection. In the future, low-power, wide-coverage, and high-density connection solutions will account for over 60% of total IoT demand. All stakeholders are working together to promote NB-IoT development, while also ensuring its healthy growth.
The advancement of NB-IoT is expected to drive broader IoT applications, leading to an "Internet of Everything" era, which is now a shared vision in the industry. After years of development, IoT has seen numerous applications across various sectors. However, challenges such as cost reduction, energy efficiency, and improved network performance remain. The emergence of NB-IoT aligns perfectly with these needs, offering wide coverage, low power consumption, and low cost—key factors that support IoT growth and enable further innovation based on this technology.
China's NB-IoT development is now at the forefront globally. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology clearly outlined in its 2016–2020 development plan the goal of building and improving narrow-band IoT infrastructure, aiming for urban management and large-scale industrial applications. This year, several policy documents, including the “Notice on Comprehensively Advancing the Construction and Development of Mobile Internet of Things NB-IoT†and the “Announcement on the Requirements for Frequency Utilization of NB-IoT Systems,†were issued to accelerate NB-IoT deployment and industry adoption.
2017 marked the first year of commercial NB-IoT scaling. China’s NB-IoT industry is rapidly leading the world. Major telecom companies have launched NB-IoT networks, achieving broad national coverage. Some applications have transitioned from pilot projects to full-scale deployment. For example, over 900 communities in Fuzhou have signed up to replace traditional water meters with NB-IoT smart meters.
In Yingtan City, the NB-IoT network of the three main telecom providers is deeply covered, with more than 10,000 users currently connected. These examples show that China is at the forefront of NB-IoT application and demonstration. In manufacturing, many Chinese companies can produce NB-IoT chips and modules on a large scale, forming a complete industrial chain covering chips, modules, systems, and platforms.
Despite its advanced technology, the NB-IoT industry is still in its early stages, facing several challenges. First, industry awareness needs to be enhanced. Some enterprises involved in IoT applications still lack understanding of NB-IoT’s advantages and have not yet mastered its technologies, continuing to use traditional GSM or GPRS modules. Second, the standardization process must be accelerated to build economies of scale. As NB-IoT emerges, the focus should shift to how communication modules connect to objects, not just to wireless networks. Third, public NB-IoT application platforms need to be developed, expanding beyond meter reading to more personalized user services. Fourth, security must be strengthened. Although the 2017 incident involving hacked electricity meters was unrelated to NB-IoT, it highlights the importance of securing the NB-IoT ecosystem.
In response to these challenges, Wenku remains optimistic and offers suggestions: First, support the rapid development of NB-IoT technology. Enterprises should gradually migrate from GPRS to NB-IoT to form industrial scale. Encourage internet companies and startups to participate in NB-IoT platform development using cloud computing and big data. Second, promote standardization of communication modules by establishing simple, universal interfaces. Third, accelerate infrastructure construction to ensure widespread and deep coverage. Finally, strengthen NB-IoT security by addressing vulnerabilities across all layers, from chips to platforms, to protect user data and privacy.
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