When it comes to the field of technology and engineering, there is a new improvement every second. A technological advancement that is the rave at this moment, can become obsolete in a year. Staying up to date with the latest technology in a pandemic-ridden world can be a daunting task. Below are the latest trends in technology and engineering.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is not a new technology, but it continues to be the rave of the moment. From personal assistants, ride-hailing applications, navigation apps, and image recognition. AI has influenced our entire way of life. AI is one of the biggest industries in the world with a worth of about $50 billion. Artificial Intelligence has also improved structural analysis in software engineering.
Blockchain
Blockchain is essentially data that can only be increased, it cannot be deducted or changed. It is useful in providing security, especially for cryptocurrency and payment transaction validation.
Internet of Things
Internet of Things (IoT) refers to every device that has internet connectivity such as cars, phones, smartwatches, home appliances, and every other device built with Wi-Fi connectivity. Almost every household in the world right now is benefitting from this amazing technology. IoT is an industry worth more than 1 trillion dollars.
Cyber Security
Cyber Security is not a new technology but it has evolved recently. It will remain an emerging technology as new malware and viruses are discovered every day. As hackers become more malicious, so does the advancement in cyber security.
5G Technology
Where 3G and 4G technologies capacity end, that is where 5G network starts. Cloud-based gaming services, enhanced bandwidths, streaming, and data downloading and uploading would be revolutionized by 5G technology.
It is estimated that the 5G network will reach about 35% of the planet by 2024.
Conclusion
The latest trend in technology and engineering is not limited to the ones listed above. Robotics, edge computing, quantum computing, and Virtual Reality are among the latest trends in technology and engineering.