What technological development provided the crucial bridge for shifting models from static to 'living' twins by streaming real-time data?

Answer

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

The rise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) provided the necessary ability to stream vast amounts of real-time operational data from physical assets into their virtual counterparts.

What technological development provided the crucial bridge for shifting models from static to 'living' twins by streaming real-time data?
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