The Things Network
A global collaborative Internet of Things ecosystem using LoRaWAN®.
The Things Network is a global, community-driven IoT ecosystem built around the LoRaWAN wireless protocol. It provides infrastructure, tools, and a platform (The Things Stack) for developers and organizations to build and deploy IoT networks and devices. The network spans 153 countries with over 280,000 members contributing gateways and development expertise.
Community members deploy LoRaWAN gateways and use The Things Stack platform to connect devices, share network coverage, and collaborate on IoT projects worldwide.
IoT developers, engineers, and community builders working with LoRaWAN technology
Background.
- Status
- launched
- Business model
- open-source
- Company
- The Things Industries
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