How the Internet of things could make the world safer and greener

The coming era of the "Internet of Things" has many implications for the tech industry.

But the shift toward total connectivity could also have lasting impacts on the broader world, making it harder to commit crimes such as theft, and raising awareness about consumer waste.

Source:
http://gigaom.com/2012/01/13/how-the-internet-of-things-could-make-the-world-safer-greener/