overview
Technological development has long been considered a disruptive force, driving change on many levels, from the daily activities of individuals to the rivalry between the world's superpowers. In 2022, the covid-19 pandemic will continue to affect our lives in different ways. This means that we will continue to see an accelerating pace of digitization and virtualization of business and society. However, as sustainability progresses, ever-increasing amounts of data and increasing computing and network speeds will regain their status as key drivers of digital transformation.
The most important lesson from the past two years is that truly transformative change is not as difficult to implement as once thought. As a society, we will undoubtedly continue to benefit from this new openness to flexibility, agility and innovative thinking. While quantum computing, neural interfaces and nanotechnology will certainly play a role, the most important element in 2022 will likely be the convergence of technology trends as new tools emerge that allow us to combine them in new ways.
don't miss oursgala dinnerthey3 markFrom homeStavros Niarchos Cultural Center Foundationfor a thought-provoking debate on all these and other topics with the Minister of State and Digital Governance Kyriakos Pierrakakis and MIT scientist and CIO Michalis Bletsas, who will also take part in this meaningful discussion in person.
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Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
After earning a BA in Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University and traveling extensively in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Alasdair began his professional career as a Latin American foreign correspondent for publications such as The Daily Telegraph and The Independent. and the development of guerrilla warfare, the richest gold mine in the world and the Colombian drug trade.
Alasdair returned to the UK to complete a master's degree in economics from the University of London. Alasdair worked as an analyst at Latin American Newsletters and as a business consultant at Oxford Analytica. Alasdair joined The Economist Group in 2001 and developed a Risk Briefing service focused on measuring and analyzing business risk in major global markets.
Later, Alasdair led the Economist Intelligence Unit from print to online, developing and managing services in the areas of business risk, global affairs, economic forecasting and technology, and leading the company's response to AI threats and opportunities.
Alasdair is now the national editor of The Economist The World Ahead and serves on the board of The Economist Intelligence Unit. He advises on global issues and risks, in the field of macroeconomics, geopolitics and megatrends. He conducted research, e.g. for the World Bank, Unicef, Apple, Google, Huawei, Gates Foundation, Institute for Global Peace, UK House of Lords and Scottish Parliament.
Alasdair has three children and lives in the Cotswolds. near Oxford.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis
Minister, Ministry of Digital Administration, Greece
Kyriakos Pierrakakis
Minister, Ministry of Digital Administration, Greece
Kyriakos Pierrakakis is the Minister of Digital Governance in the cabinet of Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He is a Greek computer scientist and political scientist.
In 2007, he received a master's degree in public policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and in 2009 he received a master's degree in technology and policy from MIT. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Athens University of Economics and Business.
He was Research Director at diaNEOsis, an independent, non-profit think tank. He produced a series of scholarly articles with a strong focus on economic growth and understanding prevailing perceptions and beliefs among Greeks.
He also worked on technology policy for various research institutes in Greece and abroad and led the Youth Foundation as president.
Mikhail Bletsas
Researcher, Director of Computer Science, MIT Media Lab
Mikhail Bletsas
Researcher, Director of Computer Science, MIT Media Lab
Mikhail Bletsas is a scientist and director of the computer science department at MIT's Media Lab, where he has been working since 1996. He is responsible for all infrastructure used by the lab to manufacture, store, transport and consume the bits. He was part of the core design and engineering team of the "One Laptop Per Child" initiative that led to OLPC's award-winning "XO" laptop. His current research interests include network security, wireless networking, automating fake news detection, and building efficient, high-performance computing infrastructures for machine learning.
Over the years, he has advised governments on technology policy issues and provided expert technical advice to senior officials. He co-founded two companies and served as a director and advisor to many others in various capacities. He implemented broadband access networks using advanced technologies, including one of the first ADSL test stands and several wireless technologies. Mr. Bletsas is a frequent speaker at international conferences and has been involved in many social activities.
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Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
After earning a BA in Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University and traveling extensively in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Alasdair began his professional career as a Latin American foreign correspondent for publications such as The Daily Telegraph and The Independent. and the development of guerrilla warfare, the richest gold mine in the world and the Colombian drug trade.
Alasdair returned to the UK to complete a master's degree in economics from the University of London. Alasdair worked as an analyst at Latin American Newsletters and as a business consultant at Oxford Analytica. Alasdair joined The Economist Group in 2001 and developed a Risk Briefing service focused on measuring and analyzing business risk in major global markets.
Later, Alasdair led the Economist Intelligence Unit from print to online, developing and managing services in the areas of business risk, global affairs, economic forecasting and technology, and leading the company's response to AI threats and opportunities.
Alasdair is now the national editor of The Economist The World Ahead and serves on the board of The Economist Intelligence Unit. He advises on global issues and risks, in the field of macroeconomics, geopolitics and megatrends. He conducted research, e.g. for the World Bank, Unicef, Apple, Google, Huawei, Gates Foundation, Institute for Global Peace, UK House of Lords and Scottish Parliament.
Alasdair has three children and lives in the Cotswolds. near Oxford.
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TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION IN 2022 AND BEYOND
Disruptions, challenges and opportunities for the next decade
Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
Alasdair Ross
Hoofdredacteur, The Economist - The World Ahead
After earning a BA in Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University and traveling extensively in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Alasdair began his professional career as a Latin American foreign correspondent for publications such as The Daily Telegraph and The Independent. and the development of guerrilla warfare, the richest gold mine in the world and the Colombian drug trade.
Alasdair returned to the UK to complete a master's degree in economics from the University of London. Alasdair worked as an analyst at Latin American Newsletters and as a business consultant at Oxford Analytica. Alasdair joined The Economist Group in 2001 and developed a Risk Briefing service focused on measuring and analyzing business risk in major global markets.
Later, Alasdair led the Economist Intelligence Unit from print to online, developing and managing services in the areas of business risk, global affairs, economic forecasting and technology, and leading the company's response to AI threats and opportunities.
Alasdair is now the national editor of The Economist The World Ahead and serves on the board of The Economist Intelligence Unit. He advises on global issues and risks, in the field of macroeconomics, geopolitics and megatrends. He conducted research, e.g. for the World Bank, Unicef, Apple, Google, Huawei, Gates Foundation, Institute for Global Peace, UK House of Lords and Scottish Parliament.
Alasdair has three children and lives in the Cotswolds. near Oxford.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis
Minister, Ministry of Digital Administration, Greece
Kyriakos Pierrakakis
Minister, Ministry of Digital Administration, Greece
Kyriakos Pierrakakis is the Minister of Digital Governance in the cabinet of Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He is a Greek computer scientist and political scientist.
In 2007, he received a master's degree in public policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and in 2009 he received a master's degree in technology and policy from MIT. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Athens University of Economics and Business.
He was Research Director at diaNEOsis, an independent, non-profit think tank. He produced a series of scholarly articles with a strong focus on economic growth and understanding prevailing perceptions and beliefs among Greeks.
He also worked on technology policy for various research institutes in Greece and abroad and led the Youth Foundation as president.
Mikhail Bletsas
Researcher, Director of Computer Science, MIT Media Lab
Mikhail Bletsas
Researcher, Director of Computer Science, MIT Media Lab
Mikhail Bletsas is a scientist and director of the computer science department at MIT's Media Lab, where he has been working since 1996. He is responsible for all infrastructure used by the lab to manufacture, store, transport and consume the bits. He was part of the core design and engineering team of the "One Laptop Per Child" initiative that led to OLPC's award-winning "XO" laptop. His current research interests include network security, wireless networking, automating fake news detection, and building efficient, high-performance computing infrastructures for machine learning.
Over the years, he has advised governments on technology policy issues and provided expert technical advice to senior officials. He co-founded two companies and served as a director and advisor to many others in various capacities. He implemented broadband access networks using advanced technologies, including one of the first ADSL test stands and several wireless technologies. Mr. Bletsas is a frequent speaker at international conferences and has been involved in many social activities.
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FAQs
What new technology will be learned in 2022? ›
Which technologies will play an important role in 2022? Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, CRISPER, 5G, Cloud services, and Quantum computing will play an important role in the forthcoming year 2022.
What are emerging tech trends for 2022 and beyond? ›Blockchain technology, distributed ledgers, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are transforming our world, and we will continue to see advances in this technology in 2022. These innovations go beyond Bitcoin to things like smart contracts that allow us to verify ownership with NFTs.
What will be the biggest innovations by 2022? ›- Scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. ...
- Advancements in managing emissions. ...
- Tools enabling data center optimization. ...
- Expanded access to contactless payment. ...
- Technology increasing safety for pilots and drivers. ...
- Sustainable solutions for building operators and owners.
McKinsey's Technology Trends Outlook 2022 shows how technology is a catalyst for change across business, governments, and institutions, offering possibilities to increase productivity, to innovate, and to contribute to humanity's well-being.
What are the top five new technology trends of 2022? ›- Artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Edge computing and quantum computing.
- Cybersecurity.
- Blockchain.
- Virtual reality and augmented reality.
- Television. Television sets transmit signals over which we can listen to and view audio and visual content. ...
- Internet. ...
- Cell phones. ...
- Computers. ...
- Circuitry. ...
- Artificial intelligence. ...
- Software. ...
- Audio and visual technology.
Artificial intelligence will become more prevalent in 2023 with natural language processing and machine learning advancement. Artificial intelligence can better understand us and perform more complex tasks using this technology. It is estimated that 5G will revolutionize the way we live and work in the future.
What are 3 emerging trends in technology? ›Artificial Intelligence (AI) for development. IoT technologies, infrastructure and applications (smart societies) Blockchain technologies, infrastructure and applications. 5G.
What is an example of an emerging technology in 2022? ›Autonomous Robotics
But what makes robotics relevant in 2022 is a large pivot towards making these technologies autonomous. In other words, these are semi-intelligent robots that are capable of performing tasks and various operations independent from human guidance.
- Quantum Computing. ...
- Metaverse. ...
- Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) ...
- Synthetic Biology. ...
- Advanced Robotics and Automation.
How technology will improve our lives in the future? ›
From communication and transport to healthcare and connectivity, technology has enhanced our lives for the better. The best part is that it is ever-evolving by facilitating more advanced features. For instance, we have come far from traditional audio calls to instant messaging and facetime.
What is the best tech invention of 2022? ›- Tracking ICU Patients. Clinomic Mona.
- Artificial Imagination. OpenAI DALL-E 2.
- Automated 3D Rendering. NVIDIA Instant NeRF.
- AI-Driven Vehicle Inspections. Ravin Inspect App.
- Detecting Destruction. Scale AI Automated Damage Identification as a Service.
- Mapping Life. ...
- Underground Exploration. ...
- Robotic Friend.
Quantum computing, with a processing ability that is much faster than classic, linear computers, is a fast-growing, next-generation technology that creates multi-dimensional computing spaces for algorithms to solve intricate problems and detect delicate patterns.
What is the next big trend for technology consulting? ›By 2023, it is anticipated that transformational technologies, such as AI, VR, AR, cloud computing, blockchain, and extremely fast network protocols like 5G, will have catalyzed their intervention into the core areas. These technologies have already taken over the major business sectors.
Which one is the upcoming technology answer? ›Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Virtual Reality, Cyber Security etc, are some of the best technology to get into in 2023.
Did you know facts about technology 2022? ›As of 2022, there are 5.1 billion Internet users, and 4.5 billion of them access it on their mobile phones. In 1884, William Henry Fruen invented the Automatic Liquid-Drawing Device” or the first vending machine. Some Android versions were named after desserts since Android devices make people's lives sweeter.
What is the technologies impact factor 2022? ›Year | Journal's Impact IF |
---|---|
Year | Journal's Impact IF |
2021-2022 | 0.332 |
2020-2021 | 1.667 |
2019-2020 | 0.704 |
- Data Science.
- Cloud Computing.
- Artificial Intelligence.
- DevOps.
- Blockchain.
- RPA (Robotic Process Automation)
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)
- Cybersecurity.
AI and machine learning are the foundation on which many other technologies are built. For instance, without AI, we wouldn't have achieved the amazing advances in the Internet of Things, virtual reality, chatbots, facial recognition, robotics, automation, or self-driving cars, just to name a few.
What are 5 ways technology has made life worse or harder? ›- You're always contactable by work. ...
- Nobody enjoys the moment anymore. ...
- You can't lose touch with people (even if you want to) ...
- There are so many more things to be jealous about. ...
- We're not as clever as we used to be. ...
- There's no such things as privacy.
What are the biggest trends for 2023? ›
- Skirt Suits But Make it Fashion. Marine Serre Oriental Towels boxy tailored jacket. ...
- Everyday Preciousness. ...
- Extra Baggage. ...
- Perfectly Imperfect. ...
- Short n Sweet Jackets. ...
- Buttoned Up Shirting. ...
- Modern Boho. ...
- Blazers Become Cinched.
- AI Everywhere. ...
- Parts of the Metaverse Will Become Real. ...
- Progress in Web3. ...
- Bridging the Digital and Physical World. ...
- Increasingly Editable Nature. ...
- Quantum Progress. ...
- Progress in Green Technology. ...
- Robots Will Become More Human.
Hypothetical technology, technology that does not exist yet, but that could exist in the future. Futures studies (also called futurology), the study of postulating possible, probable, and preferable futures and the worldviews and myths that underlie them.
What are 8 emerging trends? ›We called those with the most potential the Essential Eight. They include: artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), blockchain, drones, Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, 3D printing and virtual reality (VR).
What are 5 examples of trends? ›What are some examples of trends and fads? As of 2019, some recent trends include food as a hobby or foodie-ism, ethical living, responsible consumerism, authenticity on social media, blurring of gender roles, and wearable technology.
What are the technological trends for 2022 2023? ›Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation are two of the biggest technology trends that will continue to transform industries in 2023. AI will enable machines to learn and make decisions like humans, while automation will streamline processes and reduce human error.
What are two emerging technologies? ›- Artificial Intelligence (AI) ...
- Automation. ...
- Robotization. ...
- 3-D Printing. ...
- Cryptocurrencies. ...
- IoT (Internet of Things) ...
- Voice Recognition. ...
- Autonomous Vehicles.
The emerging, supporting technologies and trends include (but are not limited to) spatial computing and the spatial web; digital persistence; multientity environments; decentralization tech; high-speed, low-latency networking; sensing technologies; and AI applications.
What technology is changing the world? ›Artificial Intelligence:-
AI machines understand human behaviour and actions and perform similar tasks in the same situations. It includes chatbots, self-driving cars, maps, facial recognition apps, and autocorrect features. AI technology has made everyday tasks quicker and easier.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML);
- Blockchain and Web3 technology;
- Intelligent automation and robotic process automation (RPA);
- Internet of things (IoT); and.
- Quantum computing.
What is an example of new technology having a positive impact on sustainability? ›
Answer: Examples of such new technologies include carbon capture and storage systems, more efficient irrigation methods, essential medicines, household water purification devices, and manufacturing processes that minimize waste and pollution.
What are 5 positive effects of technology? ›- Accurate Statistics. Statistics were once extremely limited. ...
- Easier Communication. ...
- Smoother Trade. ...
- Increase In Income Generation. ...
- Impact on Advertising. ...
- Medical Research. ...
- Robotics.
- 30 feet away from the elevator, there's a call button so that it arrives by the time you walk up to the elevator. ...
- Wash your hands at the basin and reuse the water to flush the pot. ...
- Incredible water fountain design so that even dogs can drink some.
Increased Innovation
Upgrades not only help organizations step up but they also ease the operations for employees as well as people in general. This underlines the importance of technology in making innovations, which has a large-scale benefit.
Simply put, innovation is about successfully implementing a new idea and creating value for your customers and stakeholders. Innovation starts with a new idea. It could be a plan for an improved product or service; it could be an updated method for running your operations; it could also be a new business model.
What is the best to invent the future? ›“The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” PARC researcher Alan Kay is widely attributed as having said this here.
What is the fastest growing field in technology? ›While there is growth in all tech jobs, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the tech jobs with the highest predicted growth rates are Data Scientist, Information Security Analyst, Web Developer, Software Developer and Data Engineer.
How technology is growing? ›Here are some statistics on how fast technology is advancing: There are 4.95 billion internet users in the world as of 2023. There are 7.33 billion mobile phone users in the world. It's predicted that there will be 38.6 billion IoT-connected devices (smartwatches, etc.)
What are the business tech trends for 2023? ›High Demand for Computing Power: Quantum Computing, Big Data Simulation, and New A.I. Chips. As industry increasingly relies on data, large machine simulation power will be more critical. Quantum computing hardware and software development will be a major focus for large-scale data analysis and simulation.
What are the emerging technologies in business? ›Some emerging technologies you need to know about are virtual reality, drones, remote work tools, augmented analytics, and blockchain. Each of these can change how businesses function while also helping them grow.
What technological trends affect the industry? ›
Technological advancement can significantly affect a business's development, processes and tools. New trends, like the accessibility of data, artificial intelligence, e-commerce and increasingly powerful computer hardware can help improve a business's efficiency and help it reach more customers.
What will be the new technology in 2050? ›According to Forbes, by 2050, IoT technology will be in 95% of electronics for new product designs. And by 2050 it is expected to have everything connected to the cloud and to the internet. According to Business Insider, Space tourism could be feasible in 2050, but likely only for the very wealthy.
What is the future technology to learn? ›Artificial Intelligence, which is also popularly known as (AI), hits the top of the list of technologies 2023 to learn. Artificial Intelligence is very much high in demand today, where today, the machines are known to have brilliant skills to study, think, and examine without the need for human efforts.
What new technologies will emerge this year? ›Contactless, autonomous shopping and delivery will also be a huge trend for 2023. AI will make it easier for consumers to pay for and receive goods and services. AI will also augment nearly every job in every business process across industries.
What is the new and trending technology in 2023? ›New Technology Trends 2023 :
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Edge Computing. Quantum Computing.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation are two of the biggest technology trends that will continue to transform industries in 2023. AI will enable machines to learn and make decisions like humans, while automation will streamline processes and reduce human error.
What are the 5 technologies that will change the future? ›AI and machine learning are the foundation on which many other technologies are built. For instance, without AI, we wouldn't have achieved the amazing advances in the Internet of Things, virtual reality, chatbots, facial recognition, robotics, automation, or self-driving cars, just to name a few.
What is the most important technology of the future? ›Artificial intelligence will become more prevalent in 2023 with natural language processing and machine learning advancement. Artificial intelligence can better understand us and perform more complex tasks using this technology. It is estimated that 5G will revolutionize the way we live and work in the future.
What is the most advanced technology? ›Artificial Intelligence (AI) today makes a variety of contributions to society, through digital assistants like Alexa, Siri, Cortana, and Google Assistant. AI analyses data, recognises speech or face, and assists with daily tasks like grocery shopping, exercise, and even performs medical procedures.
What is the fastest growing technology in the world? ›Quantum computing, with a processing ability that is much faster than classic, linear computers, is a fast-growing, next-generation technology that creates multi-dimensional computing spaces for algorithms to solve intricate problems and detect delicate patterns.
How fast technology is changing? ›
Is technology growing exponentially? Yes, technology is growing exponentially. Computers' speed and power have generally been doubling every one and a half to two years since the 1960s and 70s. This is exponential growth, and while some experts doubt this rate is sustainable for much longer, it's true for now.
What will technology be like in 2025? ›By 2025, mobile connectivity could be accessed by an additional 4.3 billion people. Machine learning and user interfaces such as speech and gesture recognition technology will advance to increase productivity or eliminate some knowledge work altogether.
What will be the hottest network technology in 2023? ›The rise of next-gen technologies like private wireless, edge computing and cloud networking in 2023 will allow more enterprises to modernize their network strategy and rapidly evolve networks to meet changing business needs.
What big things are happening in 2023? ›- June 25 – 2023 Guatemalan general election.
- July 23 – 2023 Spanish general election.
- August 23 – 2023 Zimbabwean general election.
- September 8 – October 28 – 2023 Rugby World Cup in France.
- October 22 – 2023 Argentine general election.