Talking Tech 13th February 2024

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With all the hype around AI/AR/VR etc, I thought it would be good to take a pause and look at the other tech trends that are important to us now and moving forward:

5G Expansion and Adoption: 5G networks will become more widespread, offering faster and more reliable connectivity. This will accelerate the development and adoption of IoT devices, smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and other applications that rely on high-speed internet connections.

Edge Computing: Edge computing will gain momentum as organizations seek to process data closer to its source to reduce latency and improve efficiency. This approach will become increasingly critical for real-time applications like IoT, autonomous vehicles, and video streaming.

Cybersecurity Enhancements: With the increasing digitization of society, cybersecurity will remain a top priority. AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, Zero Trust architecture, and advancements in encryption techniques will be crucial in combating evolving cyber threats.

Sustainable Technology Solutions: Sustainability will be a key consideration in technology development and deployment. This includes the use of renewable energy sources for data centers, designing eco-friendly hardware, and implementing green practices in IT operations.

Healthcare Technology Innovations: Digital health solutions, telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and AI-powered diagnostics will continue to transform healthcare delivery, improving access, efficiency, and patient outcomes.

Privacy and Data Ethics: There will be increasing scrutiny and regulations around data privacy and ethics, driven by growing concerns over data misuse, surveillance, and algorithmic biases. Technologies that prioritize user privacy and transparency will gain traction.

This Article caught my attention, is Tech bad or am I getting in to Grumpy Old Man Status:

https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/is-technology-bad-or-have-i-reached-grumpy-old-man-status/#ftag=CAD590a51e

In Other News:

Bard has changed to Gemini.

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