This annotated bibliography explores emerging technologies and innovations, with a primary focus on the Internet of Things (IoT). It reviews existing literature on IoT, including its potential to create smart environments by connecting and controlling various devices remotely. The bibliography includes annotations of articles discussing the integration of cloud computing and IoT, M2M communication architectures, the evolution and potential pitfalls of IoT, security concerns, and the impact of smart, connected products on businesses. The sources also highlight the role of IoT in urban development and the need for addressing privacy and security issues. It references articles from journals, tech websites and magazines such as Harvard Business Review, MIT Technology Review and Wired Magazine.