Damo Academy: 10 Key Trends Shaping Tech In 2019

Damo Academy, a research center for scientific and technological advancement, compiled a list of their top ten emerging trends that are influencing the tech industry leading ahead of 2019 – with a focus on smart-technology, privacy and speed:

 Smart Cities

• Traffic simulations to accurately combat the growing issue of traffic in major urban cities, where tech algorithms can help cities incorporate smart infrastructure to promote increased mobility.

 

Speech AI

• Text-to-Speech tech advancement where AI speech could sound identical to that of a Human voice.

 

Specialized AI Chips

• Smart chips to process a mass amount of data at a fast speed to improve performance of devices.

 

Machine “Common Sense”

• Speech AI technology incorporated into human interacting machinery, so that machines make rational, human-like decisions

 

Computing Architectures

• Developing AI will allow for computing technology to run stronger performance as well as increased energy efficiency with the help of advanced memory devices.

 

5G Networks

• Wireless technology is going to become increasingly fast in the next year, boasting 100x the speed of its 4G predecessor.

 

Digital Identity

• The rise of wearable and wearable devices is developing a second form of online identification. People are becoming accustomed to a more personalized technological experience which builds trust.

 

Autonomous Driving

• Vehicles are on the verge of implementing advanced self-driving technology for personal and public transportation.

 

 Blockchain Applications

• With cyber security on the forefront of emerging technological advances, companies will be increasing their use of blockchain applications to ensure all data is secure from outside parties.

 Data-Protection

• Companies are now taking active measures to make sure all personal information for individuals are protected and safe from invasive data breaches.

 

The top tech trends of 2019 are mostly centered around the concept of having a faster, more personalized and private experience. Technology is getting smarter to the point where it can almost mimic the experience of a 1:1 human interaction, in part due to the promise of faster and smarter machines.

Previously consumers have been weary of trusting emerging technology out of fear of the unknown. The more human-like a machine is capable of acting, the more it can resonate trust with the consumers. Brands who attach themselves with these technologies who are connecting with consumers also have the potential to show that they are both at the forefront of the tech landscape but also care about a genuine human connection.

Finally, consumers understand that data is “give-and-get”. The more data consumers give, the more they are willing to get from companies. With those of the “giving” comes in the form of personal data, consumers want to make sure they are not being taken advantage of and value companies who make a consistent effort to keep people’s information private and continue to give engaging content.