Embedded World 2025, held from March 11–13 in Nuremberg, Germany, showcased the latest innovations in embedded systems, IoT, and software development.
From the rise of software-defined vehicles to the integration of AI at the edge, the event revealed a growing focus on intelligence, user experience, and rapid development across the embedded ecosystem.
In this article, we share 10 key takeaways from the event and explore how platforms like Qt Accelerate, and approaches like the one we champion at UXDivers, are reshaping the embedded design landscape.
The automotive industry is embracing software-defined architectures. From over the air updates to modular feature deployment, SDVs are enabling new levels of flexibility, customization, and longevity in connected vehicles.
AI at the edge is now a must-have. Multiple vendors showcased intelligent devices capable of local data processing, enabling faster decision-making in sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and smart infrastructure.
Rust continues to grow in popularity thanks to its memory safety and performance. Tools and frameworks tailored for embedded Rust were featured prominently throughout the show.
Qt Group launched Qt Accelerate, a low-code solution designed to help teams bring embedded products to life faster, with less overhead. The platform provides out-of-the-box templates, optimized UI components, and a streamlined deployment pipeline.
One of the standout announcements at Embedded World 2025 was the launch of Qt Accelerate, a new low-code solution by the Qt Group aimed at radically reducing time-to-market for embedded UI products. Designed for industrial and consumer electronics, Qt Accelerate combines pre-built UI components, hardware-ready templates, and seamless integrations with existing Qt tooling.
The result is a platform that enables teams to go from idea to interactive prototype and production faster than ever.
At UXDivers, we had the opportunity to visit the Qt headquarters in Espoo, Finland, just a few weeks after to event.
We sat down with the team behind Qt Accelerate to understand its potential, not only as a tool for speeding up UI development, but as a bridge between design-centric thinking and embedded execution.
We were excited to discover how closely Qt Accelerate’s vision aligns with our own approach:
From that conversation emerged a clear idea:
UXDivers and Qt Accelerate speak the same language. Where we bring clarity, UI patterns, and pixel-perfect design workflows, Qt Accelerate brings the robustness, deployment tooling, and integration that embedded teams need to deliver.
In many ways, it validates a core belief we’ve had for years: that great embedded UIs aren’t born from code alone, they’re born from collaboration, clarity, and design systems that scale.
Security was no longer an afterthought. Multiple sessions and demos focused on implementing security early in the development cycle. Secure boot, hardware-based authentication, and end-to-end encryption were among the most discussed topics.
The new SGP.32 standard for eSIM provisioning brings consistency and simplicity to embedded connectivity. This is especially relevant for globally deployed IoT fleets.
Vendors across the board emphasized tighter integration between development platforms and hardware. Pre-validated stacks and co-optimized libraries are accelerating development time and reducing friction.
From industrial control panels to medical displays, the use of low-code and visual tools is expanding. Developers want to focus on logic, not boilerplate UI code — and the ecosystem is responding.
Energy-efficient silicon, better power management tools, and eco-conscious manufacturing were key themes. The industry is not just going faster, but smarter.
From better debugging tools to more intuitive workflows, vendors are investing in DX like never before. The message was clear: good tools make great products.
Embedded World 2025 revealed an ecosystem in transition: one where software, design, and product thinking are taking center stage. As platforms like Qt Accelerate emerge and UX becomes a differentiator even in traditionally "functional" environments, there’s never been a more exciting time to build for embedded.
At UXDivers, we believe the future of embedded UI is not just about pixels, it's about clarity, consistency, and collaboration. And we’re proud to keep pushing that vision forward, one screen at a time.
