Trends, Network & Critical Thinking
in the 21st Century
Technology
and Gadgets
By:
Tuyak, Devine S.
Quirol, Breniel Jon O.
Galicia, Arnold Christian E.
Technology and
Gadgets
Autonomous Robotics Privacy Computing
Driving
Introduction
Autonomous driving, robotics, and privacy computing are
rapidly evolving fields transforming transportation, industry,
and data security. Autonomous driving leverages AI and sensors
to enable self-driving vehicles, while robotics automates tasks
across various sectors, enhancing efficiency and precision.
Privacy computing protects sensitive data during processing,
driven by the need for secure data handling in an increasingly
digital world, making these technologies prominent trends due
to advancements in AI, big data, and the demand for enhanced
safety and security.
Autonomous driving
Autonomous driving technology enables vehicles to operate without
human intervention by utilizing various sensors, cameras, and artificial
intelligence. These vehicles create a 3D map of their environment,
allowing them to navigate roads, detect obstacles, and follow traffic
rules.
Causes of the Trend
Technological Advancements: Improvements in sensor technology,
AI, and connectivity enable real-time data processing and decision-
making.
Consequences of the Trend
Safety Improvements: Autonomous vehicles can significantly reduce
accidents caused by human error.
Robotics is an interdisciplinary field combining
Robotics engineering, computer science, and technology
focused on designing, constructing, and operating
robots.
The term "robotics" was popularized by Isaac Asimov in the 1940s, who
proposed ethical guidelines for robot behavior. Modern robotics
involves sophisticated algorithms, sensors, and actuators, enabling
robots to perform tasks autonomously or under human supervision.
The increasing use of robotics technology is driven by several key
factors, including advances in artificial intelligence (AI), machine
learning, cloud computing, and automation.
The consequences of the robotics trend are both positive and negative
for the economy and job market. On the positive side, robots increase
productivity, lower production costs, and can create new high-paying
jobs in the tech sector. However, robots also encroach on
manufacturing and low-skilled jobs, posing a threat to some labor
segments. Concerns arise around job displacement, ethical
considerations, and the need for skilled workers to adapt to the
changing job market.
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Privacy Computing
Privacy computing is driven by
several key causes: The consequences include
enhanced data security,
Privacy computing technology increased consumer trust, and
Consumer Awareness: Growing potential operational challenges
encompasses methods designed
to protect personal data while
public concern over data for businesses adapting to
allowing for its analysis and misuse influences demand for privacy regulations.
sharing. privacy solutions. Additionally, failures in privacy
These technologies enable data Technological Innovations: measures can lead to
processing without compromising Advances in data processing reputational damage and legal
privacy, facilitating secure data
and storage necessitate better repercussions for organizations.
sharing across organizations.
privacy measures.
