New Era of IoT with Cloud Computing: A review of Technology, Issues and Challenges

The convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud computing has unleashed unprecedented opportunities across various domains, revolutionizing industries, and redefining the way we interact with technology. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the symbiotic relationship between IoT and cloud computing, exploring the technological advancements, key issues, and challenges in this transformative landscape. The review begins by elucidating the foundational concepts of IoT and cloud computing, highlighting their synergistic potential. Subsequently, it examines the integration of IoT devices with cloud infrastructure. Furthermore, the paper delves into the technological enablers such as edge computing, fog computing, and serverless architectures that augment the capabilities of IoT-cloud ecosystems. However, alongside these advancements, critical issues and challenges emerge, encompassing security and privacy concerns, interoperability issues, data management complexities, and regulatory compliance. The review elucidates these challenges in detail, offering insights into potential mitigation strategies and future research directions. In addition, the paper discusses emerging trends such as AI-driven IoT applications.