Did you know the first ever cellphone was invented in 1973? The internet was created January 1, 1983? Or that the world’s first computer mouse was wooden, not plastic? The advancements in technology not just the last century, but JUST the past few decades have been nothing short of remarkable. Gone are the days of dial-up internet and having to choose between talking on the phone or using the internet (If you know…you know). Today, we have smart mirrors, smart houses, Bitcoin, AI, flying taxis in Dubai, AR/VR tech….the list is long. But there is some tech out there that I think really stand out from the rest that I am behind excited to see evolve.
Let’s start with AR/VR. AR and VR is technology that allows us immerse ourselves in digital environments and experience things in a completely new way (If you have not tried Oculus, I highly recommend it). With AR, we can overlay digital information on the real world, making it possible to alter our everyday experiences. For example, AR can be used to provide additional information about the objects we see, such as historical facts or product specifications. This has the potential to revolutionize the way we learn and interact with the world around us. VR, on the other hand, allows us to fully immerse ourselves in digital environments that are SEPARATE from reality. This will revolutionize entertainment, allowing us to experience movies, games, and other forms of media in a completely new and interactive way.
Moving along, we have Blockchain. Which is my personal favorite tech that has emerged so far. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano and other blockchain technologies have completely disrupted the financial industry. Making it possible for people to make transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks and to do this across borders at any time of the day. This tech has also introduced new investment opportunities and has become a popular way to store wealth and to keep track of ownership using things like NFT’s. The possibilities are endless. However, it’s pretty volatile to say the least when it comes to investing purposes at this point in time. So, for that, invest wisely my friends.
Now let’s talk AI. This is, in my opinion, the most game changing tech to date. It has become a part of our everyday lives from healthcare to finance to transportation. In healthcare, AI is being used to analyze a crazy amount of medical data to identify patterns and make more accurate diagnoses. In finance, AI-powered trading algorithms can take market data in real-time and make trades faster and more efficiently than you or I ever could. In transportation, self-driving cars powered by AI are being developed and tested, with the goal of reducing the number of car accidents caused by human error. What an exciting time to be alive if you ask me! But we have seen drawbacks of this tech as well that is quite scary. The rise of AI has raised questions about the future of work and taking jobs from humans, autonomous weapons within the military and Bias/Discrimination within their data sets. If our dreams can become real, I guess the nightmares can too. Right?
The future is bright, but we must be cautious and aware of the potential consequences of our own creations. It’s uncertain whether the path we’re taking with all of this technology will have a positive or negative impact on society. But what is certain is that we have come a VERY long way and we continue to advance and push boundaries. That should excite you! So, learn to embrace what is to come with open arms or resist and fall to it because whether we like it or not, this technology is here to stay.
