Theyre developing a single open-source stack that enables developers to build compatible cross-platform devices.
Imagine, for example, an Amazon unit that integrates with Google Home or Apple Home Kit.
Since its launch, it has been well-received by hardware makers.
190 products have received certification or are queued for testing and certification.
Crucially, Matter not only benefits established large IoT companies, but also offers huge opportunities for startups.
And, more importantly, products they actually use.
In this piece, were going to explore how Matter is a huge opportunity to some Europeanstartups.
Ali Ganjavian is CEO atMoggie.
The company uses AI and IoT to translate your cats activity and behaviour into valuable health insights.
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None of this would be possible without interoperability.
A smart thermostat learns your behaviours and heating/cooling preferences for the optimal temperature.
Theres also scope for energy generation, such asWeDoSolarsconnected solar panels.
Co-founder Karolina Attspodina told me that they design their solar panels with future household integration in mind.
Devices that are well-integrated and interoperable will be most beneficial.
Is Matter the only way?
But only some are convinced.
Its product range consists of over 70 wireless and wired devices.
Ajax, primarily a security system, relies on its proprietary protocol, Jeweller.
Story byCate Lawrence
Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin.
