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WHAT IS IT?

Some of tomorrow’s biggest digital disruptions are likely to result from technologies that today seem far-off or far-fetched. Seismic change does not happen overnight.

No. 1: Metaverse is reimagining work experiences What is disrupted? The metaverse provides an immersive digital environment by virtualizing human experiences.

No. 2: Flying cars take off for low-level airspace What is disrupted? Flying cars, long a cool dream, are slowly inching toward reality with prototypes being developed by both startups and divisions of large transportation organizations.

No. 3: Digital humans become less robotic (than humans) What is disrupted? Digital humans are becoming more and more like real people

No. 4: Decentralized autonomous organizations tap into blockchain What is disrupted? A decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) is a digital entity, running on a blockchain (which provides a secure digital ledger for communication tracking), that can engage in business interactions with other DAOs, digital and human agents, as well as corporations, without conventional human management.

No. 5: Electric vehicle charging goes wireless What is disrupted? The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has been on the rise for many years and currently accounts for approximately 4.6% of all new vehicles globally. The shortage of easy, efficient recharging options remains a major hurdle to adoption. Wireless charging could help speed up the rollout, offering real-time, in-motion-based charging, with EVs drawing power from (a) the road and (b) other better-charged cars.

No. 6: Graphene eclipses silicon in computing What is disrupted? Graphene, a form of carbon potentially usable as a semiconductor in electronic devices, offers better price and performance possibilities than traditional semiconductor materials.

No. 7: Technology becomes disposable, so you can swap it in and out

WHY IMPORTANT

Ignoring a disruption in its early stages typically makes the entry price later in the disruption’s development cycle more costly — strategically, financially, and existentially.

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WHAT IS IT?

Shifting To the Cloud? 20 Essential Steps for Long-Term Success

WHY IMPORTANT

A shift to the cloud can come with multiple benefits for a small business, including enhanced productivity, the ability to quickly evolve processes and easier management of team technology needs. But that doesn’t mean the cloud is a comprehensive or “set it and forget it” solution.

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20 tips

1. Question Providers About Data Management And Resiliency

2. Determine Responsibility And Accountability For Security

3. Be Wary Of Vendor Lock-In

4. Set Up Guidelines To Manage The Vendor Relationship

5. Establish Interdisciplinary Teams To Work With Vendors

6. Get Clear On Compliance

7. Remember You Must Still Manage Configuration

8. Create Access Control Policies

9. Develop Robust IAM Protocols

10. Consider Partnering With A Security Consulting Service

11. Establish Ongoing Monitoring, Maintenance And Refactoring Of Frameworks

12. Set Up Reporting And Analysis

13. Proactively Track Resources, Costs And Security

14. Regularly Check For Vulnerabilities, And Develop An Attack Response Strategy

15. Establish Continuous Monitoring For Drift

16. Invest In IaC (to invest in infrastructure as code)

17. Consistently Monitor And Manage Usage

18. Adopt A Cloud-Native IDP (internal developer platform)

19. Define A Change Management Process

20. Continue To Update Your Cloud Governance Policy

WHAT IS IT?

The heart of AI is something called machine learning, which is like teaching computers to learn in the same way as a child does – by trying things out and learning from experience. Instead of programming distinct tasks, machine learning algorithms are like sponges that soak up data, recognize patterns, and make decisions. Feed them more data and their predictions and decisions get sharper.

WHY IMPORTANT

AI isn’t just about robots or fodder for a sci-fi flick. It’s a ground-breaking technology that’s subtly sneaking into our day-to-day lives. As we keep exploring its potential and figuring out the challenges, AI promises to open up new paths in how we live, work, and play in our world. And understanding the ABCs of AI is our first step towards riding the wave of this thrilling tech evolution.

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WHAT IS IT?

The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs report paints a portrait of disruption for America’s workforce. Here’s how CHROs are managing rapid change. The skills-based organization is coming. Is your company prepared?

WHY IMPORTANT

In the last three years, workplaces have changed more rapidly than in the previous three decades — and the rate of change is only going to accelerate. Labor shortages, shifts in employee expectations (especially among Gen Z), and the adoption of transformative new technologies have changed the types of positions organizations need to fill, as well as the skills needed to perform them. Key trends that will shape the future of work are generative AI and skills-based hiring. According to the World Economic Forum's 2023 Future of Jobs Report, 44 percent of worker skills will be disrupted over the next five years — with analytical skills, creative thinking, and technological literacy among those in the greatest demand.

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WHAT IS IT?
No. 1: Metaverse is reimagining work experiences.

No. 2: Flying cars take off for low-level airspace.

NO. 3: Digital humans become less robotic (than humans.)

No. 4: Decentralized autonomous organizations tap into blockchain.

No. 5: Electric vehicle charging goes wireless.

No. 6: Graphene eclipses silicon in computing.

No. 7: Technology becomes disposable, so you can swap it in and out.

WHY IMPORTANT

Some of tomorrow’s biggest digital disruptions will likely result from technologies that seem far-off or far-fetched today. “Seismic change does not happen overnight,” VP Analyst Ben Pring said. “But ignoring a disruption in its early stages typically makes the entry price later in the disruption’s development cycle more costly — strategically, financially, existentially.”

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WHAT IS IT?

In this article, we will explore 11 disruptive technologies that will greatly impact our world.

WHY IMPORTANT

Technology is constantly changing our world, creating new opportunities and challenges. Some technologies have the power to disrupt the way we do things and create a new reality.

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WHAT IS IT?

Researchers have created new battery chemistry, a fluorine-based electrolyte that facilitates the smooth transportation of lithium ions in freezing conditions, with testing showing a stable energy storage capacity for 400 charge-discharge cycles even at -4°F.

WHY IMPORTANT

This fluorine-containing electrolyte remains efficient in sub-zero temperatures, addressing the issue of charging electric vehicles in cold climates.

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WHAT IS IT?

Federal agencies are leaning into hyperautomation as a core component of digital transformation.

WHY IMPORTANT

Hyperautomation can be a labor force multiplier, enable speed and agility, improve cybersecurity, greatly improve business process effectiveness and reduce costs.

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