# IoT Religion Technology is expanding to serve the needs and rituals of religious consumers. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Feb 21, 2020 | Category: [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/social-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/iot-religion ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.4/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the IoT Religion trend? **IoT Religion:** Religious institutions, brands, and designers are taking part in the technological revolution by offering products that will enhance prayer and make the teachings of different religions more accessible to younger consumers. The products in these spaces are increasingly diversified—from tools that utilize artificial intelligence to video games. ## The consumer insight behind the IoT Religion trend Cultural and religious duties are usually passed down through the family line, however, Gen Z and the coming digitally native generations have internalized the Internet of Things to be an almost inseparable part of their individuality. This shift has strongly influenced their decisions on how to integrate certain traditions within their daily rituals. As a result, they express a strong desire for digital accessibility, when it comes to studying and partaking in a given cultural or religious tradition. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 10, 2018 to Feb 22, 2020 - Published: Feb 21, 2020 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the IoT Religion trend ### Digital Accessibility Gen Z's desire for digital accessibility to partake in cultural or religious traditions is driving technological innovation in religious products. ### AI-Enabled Religious Services AI advancements are providing revolutionary means to access religious services, such as AI-powered fatwa services, which can support religious authorities for answering traditional and modern questions. ### Religious Video Games The rise of religious video games implies that traditional religious services will be replaced or disrupted with modern, tech-driven variants. ## What the IoT Religion trend means for industry ### For Wearable Technology Wearable technology is a core industry driving the development of smart religious products, such as smartwatches and bracelets that aid in religious rituals. ### For Gaming Industry The gaming industry is likely to grow as religious video games gain popularity among young Christians wishing to learn biblical tales on modern platforms that they are familiar with. ### For Artificial Intelligence Industry Artificial intelligence emerged as a crucial industry driving innovation in religious services, especially by creating tools that automate fatwa and other religious advisory services. ## Workshop question How might you utilize technology to make your product/service more accessible to Gen Zers? ## Trend signals for IoT Religion Trend score 3.4 out of 10, from popularity 54%, activity 39%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 54% - Activity: 39% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the IoT Religion trend 4 featured examples from Nov 10, 2018 to Feb 22, 2020. - [Smart Prayer Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erosary): The Click to Pray eRosary Supports an App-Connected Experience (Category: Tech) Implication: The wearable technology industry can explore different applications beyond fitness trackers and expand into spiritual practices. - [Religious Ritual Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qibla-smartwatch-concept): The 'Qibla' Smartwatch Concept Helps Users Locate Mecca and More (Category: Fashion) Implication: The 'Qibla' smartwatch concept showcases the potential for innovative technology to enhance accessibility for visually impaired individuals in religious practices. - [Religious Icon-Themed Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-jesus-christ): The 'I Am Jesus Christ' Puts You in Jesus Shoes (Category: Tech) Implication: The video game development industry can leverage religious icon-themed games to tap into a new market segment and generate revenue from religiously inclined players. - [AI-Enabled Fatwa Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fatwa-service): IACAD Launches 'Virtual Ifta' in Dubai to Issue Fatwas & Islamic Rulings (Category: Tech) Implication: The AI-enabled fatwa service has the potential to disrupt and transform the traditional approach to delivering religious services by integrating advanced technology. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Social Good - [Athlete-Partnership Charity Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-bosa) - [Pet Rescue Food Donations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/badlands-ranch) - [Life Jacket Technology Advancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-jacket-technology) All articles: [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood)