For a lot of people, IOTA (MIOTA) is an exceptional cryptocurrency, one that deserves a lot more attention than what it is getting. It is definitely a project made to last, with a heavy focus on connecting the space and being the bridge between different technologies.

Another thing that makes IOTA unique and special is the fact that it belongs to a handful of cryptos that are not based on blockchain technology in a usual sense. Instead, it uses a technology called “Tangle” in order to operate. This technology has numerous potential use cases, with experts believing that it can transform countless industries.

Even so, there are many that are still not impressed with IOTA due to the fact that its coin has not performed as well. The opinion of the project usually goes one of two ways — investors are either skeptical and unsure whether they should get involved or are thrilled with IOTA, claiming that it is the most promising project in the crypto space.

When it comes to opinions of IOTA outside of the crypto space, they are mostly quite positive. IOTA managed to enter partnerships in numerous industries, with the biggest ones being with carmakers, the insurance industry, the IoT space, and manufacturing industry. While its coin failed to grow even after these partnerships, many believe that it will happen as soon as the market is ready to allow it.

How IOTA connects other technologies

DLT and IOTA’s Tangle have a lot of similarities, but there are also some aspects where Tangle is clearly superior. One of them includes security, which IOTA managed to ensure due to the fact that it is “blockless”. Its technology was developed as a solution to numerous flaws observed in blockchain technology. Through its evolution, IOTA became a perfect way for connecting different technologies and providing a method for machine-to-machine communication.

As a result, it can connect IoT devices into a single large network, one that would provide better security and make communication easier. The same thing can be done with cars, especially now when self-driving and highly-digitized cars are slowly becoming a new norm. By connecting them all with IOTA technology, these vehicles will be able to receive new upgrades without ever having to line up for manual upgrade.

Each connected device or piece of technology can serve as a validator of transactions, which also solves the issue of micro-transactions that other blockchains are struggling with to this day. Due to such levels of connectivity, IOTA is also perfect for things like tracking shipments, logistics, fintech, and likely even smart homes.

IOTA is still developing rapidly, and its story is only beginning. It has the potential to become one of the largest projects in a few years, and definitely one with the largest real-world use cases. The current behavior of its coin is of small consequence considering the use cases of this technology. And, as the two are tied together, they will likely share the same fate, and the coin will skyrocket as well, in time.

For real-time trade alerts and a daily breakdown of the crypto markets, sign up for Elite membership!

Disclaimer: This article should not be taken as, and is not intended to provide, investment advice. Global Coin Report and its affiliates, employees, writers, and subcontractors are cryptocurrency investors and from time to time may or may not have holdings in some of the coins or tokens they cover. Please conduct your own thorough research before investing in any cryptocurrency and read our full disclaimer.

Image Courtesy of Pexels