Which country has ventured into the Internet of Things (IoT) with the launch of a new satellite system named 'Marathon'?

The correct answer is Russia.

Key Points

• Russia has ventured into the Internet of Things (IoT) with the launch of a new satellite system named 'Marathon'.
• The satellite system will be part of Russia’s Sphere satellite constellation.
• It will be fully functional by 2026. 
• The Sphere satellite constellation project involves the construction and deployment of 640 satellites. 

Additional Information

• Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of devices such as smartphones, wearable devices, home appliances and vehicles which are connected to the internet and enables these objects to connect and exchange data.
• Space Agencies of countries:
  • Russia:- Roscosmos.
  • United States of America: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
  • United Kingdom: United Kingdom Space Agency/ European Space Agency (ESA).
  • China: China National Space Administration (CNSA).