A total of 130 countries, representing 98% of global GDP, are exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC). That’s an almost fourfold increase from May 2020, when only 35 countries were considering them. Read more in Weforum EU unveils plans…
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Gartner Announces the Top 10 Government Technology Trends for 2023 By Gartner
25 April 2023Views: 99Government CIOs should consider the impact of the following technology trends on their organizations and apply insights to make a case for investments to improve business capabilities, achieve leadership priorities and create a more future-ready government organization. Find out more…
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The Future of Humanity in 2023: Predictions, Implications, and Solutions By GPT-3
30 December 2022Views: 195This year we turned to the very technology that we have discussed a great deal in 2022 – generative artificial intelligence. What if we ask OpenAI’s GPT-3 to write futurist predictions relating to the Future of Humanity in 2023? Find…
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COP27: 10 key facts climate scientists want you to know By Douglas Broom
12 December 2022Views: 127The scientists hope their insights will influence governments and businesses around the world to take action. Here are their 10 key facts. Read more in weforum COP27: 10 key facts climate scientists want you to know By Douglas Broom was…
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New facial recognition ethics tool being tested in the Netherlands by Jim Nash
19 October 2021Views: 656A reality-check pilot project has been launched in the Netherlands to see if a proposed governance framework can mitigate the risks inherent in facial recognition surveillance. The result is not suggested as a standard for ethical use of biometric surveillance…
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Smart home features are becoming increasingly popular each year. Around the world, people are making the switch to simplify their lives and increase efficiency.While these changes may make your property feel futuristic, what value does smart home integration offer? Read…
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The last decade brought a sustained run of profitability to the global airline industry, but carriers must expect that the next five years will be tougher. The seven trends described below will dramatically change how airlines operate. Read more in…
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Think of this electronic travel buddy as your virtual concierge, troubleshooter and travel guide. If you don’t have your own ultra-intelligent electronic agent, you will be able to rent one as part of your travel package via the travel agent…
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FBI Warns That Your New Smart TV Could Be Used to Spy on You By Kristin Houser
5 December 2019Views: 689Smart TVs often come equipped with microphones or cameras that enable you to control the device via your voice or use it for video chatting. The FBI’s Portland field office published a blog post detailing all the ways someone could take advantage…
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Internet of Things Technology Will Connect Highways, Street Lights, and Vehicles By Kathy Pretz
28 August 2019Views: 1,513Municipalities can start making their roadways smarter right now by deploying off-the-shelf sensors. Wireless or wired IoT sensors of all types can collect data about a road’s condition, the weather, and wildlife-movement patterns. Read more in spectrum Internet of Things…