Matter Protocol: The Future of Smart Home Interoperability?

Developed by Apple, Google, Amazon, and Samsung, the Matter protocol aims to solve smart home device incompatibility and security issues. It enables seamless integration of supported devices across major smart home platforms without needing extra apps or software. This article introduces the Matter protocol, mentions the author's company is pursuing Matter certification, and highlights native integration with Home Assistant, allowing it to function as an automation trigger or output device—for example, displaying a message when a washing machine finishes.