Amazon.com has acquired 2lemetry, a startup with a system for sending, receiving, and analyzing data from Internet-connected devices.
The firm could help Amazon gain an edge on public cloud competitors like Microsoft and Google when it comes to incorporating connected devices into applications.
To date 2lemetry has raised at least $9 million. Investors include Salesforce Ventures.
Responding to the news, 2lemetry also sought to reassure customers that the acquisition will not affect its level of service
“We can confirm that Amazon has acquired 2lemetry, and we look forward to continuing to support 2lemetry customers.”
Responding to the news, 2lemetry also sought to reassure customers that the acquisition will not affect its level of service.
“Our existing service has not changed, and with Amazon we will offer our same customer support,” a post on the company website explained. “We still have the same name and branding as before.”
Neither party has disclosed the exact figures involved in the purchase.
The Internet of Things is expected to grow massively over the next few years to become a key feature for both businesses and consumers. Research conducted by Gartner indicates that there will be 26 billion connected devices by 2020, up from just 900 million units in 2009.