AI’s greatest practical function in advertising is saving money through product and processes, says Byte London lead project manager and AI expert Isabel Perry.
Companies are lining up to find ways to use AI to enhance and improve cities around the globe. Several companies are already at it, and academics are tracking it, to see what developments lay ahead.
New research presented at this year's World Government Summit in Dubai suggests that in the future humans will communicate telepathically via a collective AI consciousness.
This year could be Blockchain’s big break, when it is applied outside of finance more broadly to disrupt other industries, including diamonds, fishing and newable energy.
As the number of people employed in translation and interpretation continues to rise, the conversation continues about whether man or machine is the industry’s future.
Some experts believe that AI is a key tool in our battle against climate change, and vital in managing the systems used to measure energy consumption.
From Google and IBM to Amazon, companies are racing to see whose voice-enabled virtual assistant will wiggle their way into consumers’ lives -- and where it makes sense or is helpful to have them.
Amazon’s grocery delivery service is part of the company’s wider strategy to spread beyond e-commerce, but previous attempts suggest it might not be as simple as they would hope.
Publishers want to use augmented reality to get people’s attention. Instead of just reading text alone, users can experience storytelling in more dimensions than ever before.
Scientists believe that AR and VR technology could revolutionize surgery, resulting in better training methods and fewer errors in the operating theater.
The AR industry is on the rise thanks to tech giants such as Apple and Google investing in the technology, and the industry is set to continue its growth in the years to come.
Google’s new earbuds are trying to take translation by storm – they’ve got access to Google Translate software, which has some 40 languages available. And they’re not the only ones. Microsoft is also trying to make on-the-go translation a reality.
What do newborn babies and racing technology have in common? For one thing, helping people get places safely. Formula One racing technology is helping sick babies get where they need to go.
Blockchain is picking up steam. It’s making its way into the public consciousness, not to mention the headlines, because of its decentralized nature and peer-to-peer distribution.
Nation and place branding has become an increasingly popular tool with policy makers around the world, but the concept has some high-profile detractors who suggest it’s little more than hot air.
Trust is the bridge between technical AI achievements and real-world impact. Without it, even the best systems can fail to deliver value.
China is making strides in AI, with a robot passing its medical licensing exam with flying colors. Some say it has so far eclipsed the US in terms of AI research.
Kids are trading camping for coding, and learning its foundations before they even hit kindergarten. Screen time is on the rise, but the question remains – will it actually help prepare them for tomorrow’s economy?
New European legislation is changing the world of banking, with Fintech startups challenging traditional financial service business. But some experts have concerns over the effect this will have on customers’ security.
Following a string a PR crises and wavering public support for driverless cars, some automotive companies are seeking a human compromise
Drone delivery is helping transport blood to rural parts of Rwanda – and the company behind it hopes that even with strict drone regulations in the US, it’ll be flying American skies by late 2018.
The drone hardware manufacturing market is currently ruled by Chinese company DJI, recently valued at $10bn, which has three-quarters of the consumer drone market share.
The city of Dubai continues its ambitious aim to become the capital of innovation by pursuing its next objective – becoming the world's first government powered by blockchain technology
250 million emoji are posted online every month, but that doesn't mean that smilies and winky faces are appropriate in the office. Some experts believe there's a time and a place for emoji.
Feel like Facebook is inside your head? It might be soon. The social media giant is working on scanning thoughts and translating them to text. There are still some privacy issues waiting in the wings, though.
The possibility of abundant, zero-carbon energy has been given a major boost thanks to a collaboration between MIT and private energy company CFS.
Body heat could help combat the global energy crisis. The technology is still in the works, but holds promise for a new kind of energy generation.
This year has seen a number of mammoth organizations – including Facebook, Neuralink and Kernel – announce their intentions to further the field of brain-computer interface (BCI).
Much like the shift from mainframes to smartphones, AI is poised to break free from centralized cloud servers and enter our daily lives. The race to miniaturize AI models and enable them to run on everyday devices is underway.
Google Glass, a breakthrough in wearable tech, had a remarkable launch in 2013 and this review covers the early wins and shortcomings.
3D printing is being used to create prosthetic coral that could help to rebuild sections of the Great Barrier Reef, which has lost more than half of its coral since 1985.
Boeing is readying self-flying planes, with AI systems set to man the cockpit for the duration of the flights. That’s one way to address the expected need for a million plus pilots in the next two decades.
Industry leaders are saying that AI in advertising isn’t up to scratch yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s not an increasingly important tool used in marketing agencies around the world.
Driverless cars are rolling this way, with Google’s autonomous vehicle expected by 2020 and Tesla’s sooner. Now they just have to get the market on board.
Data for sale? Not with blockchain. It has the potential to help cut identity theft by allowing people to encrypt their personal information and release parts when relevant.
Governments have been slow in legislating innovation – Uber and others, however, these days are facing retrospective action and restrictions.
Technology is affecting how fans watch sports. Social media giants are competing with traditional broadcasters, and online streaming could be the reason why fewer people are going to stadiums to watch games.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been making the move from military purposes to commercial use. Now it’s on to helping improve the environment.
PPG Industries Inc. is working on a paint that help cars stay cooler, and it’s taking inspiration from the eggplant, which is kept naturally cool by its deep purple color.
Genetic modification may be the key to adapting people for life in Outer Space, some scientists say. They imagine a future full of people ready for the atmosphere on Mars.
Technology is transforming sports. Innovative companies are coming up with even more strange and wonderful ways to improve player performance and the viewing experience.
Advancing technologies may play center-stage at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, not only improving athletes’ performances but also how audiences around the world engage with the games.
Freezing a person’s brain and bringing them back from the dead could one day be more than just a Hollywood fantasy, according to some experts. But there are still plenty of challenges to overcome if scientists are to succeed in making cryogenics a reality.
Knowing how to handle a PR crisis has never been more important for businesses of all sizes, and those that don't respond to negative press in real-time more often than not face the consequences.
Watch out, Dubai – small, autonomous vehicles are taking control of your police force. Equipped with drones to get in and out of tight spaces, the cars can drive themselves, or be controlled by police officers from afar. Singapore-based Otsaw Digital is making it possible.
Technology is becoming increasingly important in sports. Teams use it to track emerging players, and players use it to up their game. There’s no arguing with the results.
Instead of consumers going to the store, the store could come to them. An AI-driven supermarket that can be summoned by app and offer mobile purchasing is in the works. It’s one of a number of services that are moving toward being offered on the go.
Scientists have been working on ways to bring telepathy to the masses for both medical and commercial use. Still, there are ways to go between the imagination portion of the project and the actuality
Spotify’s tie-up with machine learning startup Niland has gotten users excited about the possibilities for further tailoring streaming music on demand and given Spotify a possible edge over competitor Apple.
The Internet of Things is expected to give businesses a boost, increasing business profits and producing $11 trillion in savings and revenues annually by 2025.
Connected kitchens could make sure households never run out of staples. And that’s not all – manufacturers are trying to make the refrigerator a home hub for planning and playing.
The dirty secret of modern work? Much of it shouldn't exist. AI isn't just automating tasks—it's turning the workplace into an engaging game where creativity and strategic thinking are the new high scores.
Governments have a long history of struggling to regulate against industry disruptors, but are now showing more signs of cracking down on innovative companies.
Dubai continues to push innovation and adopt the latest technologies in its attempt to align itself with the philosophies and practices of the fourth Industrial Revolution.
Around 12 million people have had their DNA analyzed, with new services and products being offered to consumers, like Vinome, which uses DNA to predict wine preferences.
Financial services is one of the most ripe sectors for automation, according to reports. But that doesn't mean there's no place for human workers in the industry's future.
Reports that the Trump administration is planning to construct its own nationalized 5G network have led to concerns about Internet freedom for both telcos and users.
Wooden skyscrapers are making building quicker and more environmentally friendly. Architects are getting excited about a new timber, which is different from straight-up wood.
A startup is working on a technology that could allow people to digitally upload their minds, but the science of the project and its aims are attracting criticism from experts in the field.
2D lenses are coming, and they could change photography as it’s understood today. Its implications range far and wide, including for smartphones, which could become thinner as camera thicknesses shrink.
AI isn't just changing how we learn - it's transforming students from memorizers into conductors of machine symphonies.
Virtual reality is increasingly making inroads in the arts. In an Academy Awards first, a VR experience that puts the viewer in an immigrant’s shoes won an Oscar last year.
Gallerists and artists are blurring the lines between VR technology and creative projects. Two of the world’s biggest contemporary art museums lead the way.
Virtual reality has recently emerged as an effective tool in research and development, meaning companies can save millions by testing new products – virtually.
Virtual and augmented reality are becoming tools for the masses. Although adoption has been slower than expected, VR applications are already abundant.
Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) has been one of the top trending issues of 2017, with some of the biggest players in the technology space competing to turn science-fiction into reality.
The cafeteria just got more interesting. A robot could be serving up salads in places where it’s not possible to staff service around the clock. Sally the Salad Robot is giving it a try.
