10 Tech Trends to Watch for in 2023
A New Year means a new you. It also means it’s time to take a look at what technologies will be trending in 2023. What should you and your organization prepare for this year? Here is a list of the top trending technologies in 2023.
Artificial Intelligence
The past few years, we’ve heard a lot about how Artificial Intelligence is going sweep the job industry. This is the year it will actually become a presence in organizations across the globe. Drag and Drop programs will allow organizations to power AI products and services on their own.
Since the pandemic, reliance on contactless and autonomous services, especially in the retail sector, have skyrocketed - and will continue to in 2023. At the beginning of COVID, these services were a necessity. This year, AI will continue to make these services easier to user and more convenient than ever for consumers.
AI will also be used by businesses to automate processes in an effort to make them standard.
The Metaverse Will Become Real
When someone refers to the “Metaverse”, it’s become synonymous with an immersive environment where we can live our lives.
According to experts, it is predicted that “the metaverse” will add $5 trillion to the global economy by 2030. Experts also believe this will be the year that defines how the metaverse will proceed on the course to the next decade.
AR, VR and AI technologies will help advance the metaverse, and many organizations are already using these technologies to conduct training and onboarding. As we continue into the new year, more metaverse technologies will be discovered and implemented as we forge on to the future.
Web3 Progress
Blockchain will also improve in 2023. Companies will create more decentralized products and services as well.
We continue to store everything in the cloud. However decentralizing data storage, and encrypting data using blockchain will keep information safe. It will also provide new ways to access and analyze data.
Bridging the Digital and Physical World
The two biggest areas of technology that will help bridge the digital and physical world will be digital twin technology and 3D printing.
No, technology isn’t creating a “digital twin” for you, so don’t panic. You digital identical counterpart won’t be running around causing chaos.
Digital Twins are virtual simulations of real-world processes or products that can be used to test new ideas in a safe environment. Engineers use “digital twins” to put physical objects in a digital world to test real-life situations. Results from these tests can then allow them to make real world predictions, and even actually create something, using – for example – 3D printing.
A real world example of how digital twins work with 3D printing can be can be explained through Formula 1. Formula 1 teams are currently collecting data during races such as track temperatures and weather conditions. All of the information that is collected during the race is sent to a “digital twin”, to determine if changes are needed to be made on the fly. If so, new car parts are then 3D printed based off of the results of the testing.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology will allow us to create materials such as water resistance and even self-healing capabilities.
In 2023, gene editing technology will allow us to “edit nature” by altering DNA. Essentially, gene editing will allow for genes to either be added or subtracted to correct DNA mutations. This will allow us to solve problems like food allergies, increase crop health, or even modify eye or hair color.
Progress with Quantum Computing
Quantum computing uses subatomic particles to create new ways of processing information and storing information. It would produce operating speeds a trillion times faster than traditional processors allow today.
The caveat with Quantum computer is that when achieved, it can make any encryption standards we currently use pointless. By developing Quantum computing at scale, you could break the encryptions of other nations. This is why the US, UK, Russia and China are all spending loads of money developing quantum computing.
Green Technology
Progress around green hydrogen will continue in 2023. This new source of energy emits no greenhouse gas emissions.
Progress will be made to decentralize power grids as well. Currently, power grids are run by large gas and energy companies. By decentralizing energy, it can democratize power worldwide and decrease carbon emissions.
Robots Will Become More Human
Both in appearance and capabilities, robots will become more human-like in 2023. In addition to taking on complex tasks in warehouses and factories, they’ll also be used as bartenders, event greeters, and even companions for older adults.
Autonomous Systems
Businesses will continue to make strides with autonomous processes.
Specifically, automation in the delivery and logistics sector will continue to progress. We’ll see more self-driving trucks and ships, as well as delivery robots. Additionally, warehouses and factories will continue to progress to autonomous technologies.
Sustainable Technology
We’ll continue to see consumers push for more sustainable technologies in 2023. They’ll want to know the products they are purchasing are energy efficient and more sustainable. There will be a push to make supply chains more transparent as well.
Story via Forbes
