Let’s review a number of the top new tech trends that technology speakers and experts are buzzing about recently:
- Artificial intelligence – Advancements in AI like natural language processing, computer vision, robotics, and machine learning.
- 5G networks – Faster 5G wireless networks and how technology speakers say that they will impact technology from self-driving cars to the Internet of Things.
- Virtual and augmented reality – Immersive technologies like VR/AR are finding new applications.
- Cybersecurity – Emerging threats, data privacy concerns, and new security tools and best practices.
- Quantum computing – New quantum systems have the potential to transform computing power and cryptography according to today’s best technology speakers.
- Blockchain – Possible decentralized blockchain applications beyond cryptocurrency like supply chain, healthcare, etc.
- Edge computing – Processing data on local devices rather than the cloud for faster insights and privacy.
- Digital assistants – The evolution that technology speakers see of AI assistants like Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant.
- Autonomous vehicles – Progress and challenges in developing safe, efficient self-driving vehicles.
- Biotechnology – Breakthroughs in gene editing, bioengineering, neurotechnology, precision medicine and more.
- Sustainability – Greentech, renewable energy, and technology’s role in climate change and conservation.
- Space technologies – Communications, imaging, manufacturing technologies that technology speakers say are revolutionizing space exploration.
Many topics represent some of the most exciting innovations on the horizon that thought leaders are discussing. The rapid pace of change ensures there is always something new coming next for technology speakers to be buzzing about.