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Emerging Technologies

The document discusses emerging technologies, their significance, and their impact on society and industries. It highlights examples such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Internet of Things, and Augmented/Virtual Reality, detailing their applications and potential benefits and drawbacks. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of understanding these technologies for responsible integration into society.

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Emerging Technologies

The document discusses emerging technologies, their significance, and their impact on society and industries. It highlights examples such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Internet of Things, and Augmented/Virtual Reality, detailing their applications and potential benefits and drawbacks. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of understanding these technologies for responsible integration into society.

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S-ITCS227: Application Development and Emerging

Technologies
MODULE 7:

EMERGING
TECHNOLOGIE
S
LEARNING
OBJECTIVE
S their significance in modern
• Define emerging
understand
technologies and

society.
• Identify and describe various examples
of emerging technologies.
• Recognize the impact of emerging
technologies on industries and everyday
life.
• Discuss real-life applications and future
potential of these technologies.
INTRODUCTION
Emerging technologies refer to
innovations that are currently
developing or will be developed
over the next few years, which
have the potential to
significantly alter industries,
economies, and lives.
EXAMPLES:
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Blockchain
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Augmented Reality (AR) and
Virtual Reality (VR)
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
(AI) • Technologies that enable
machines to simulate human
cognitive processes such as
learning, decision-making, and
pattern recognition.
• Example: AI in smart assistants
(Siri, Google Assistant) and AI-
driven recommendation systems
(Netflix, Spotify)
BLOCKCHAIN

A decentralized ledger Example:


technology that Cryptocurrencies like
provides a secure way Bitcoin, secure digital
to carry out transactions, and
transactions without the supply chain tracking
need for third parties.
INTERNET OF THINGS
(IOT)
• A network of physical devices,
vehicles, home appliances, and
other objects embedded with
sensors, software, and connectivity,
enabling them to collect and
exchange data
• Example: Smart homes
(thermostats, security cameras),
wearable devices (fitness trackers),
and connected cities (smart traffic
management).
AUGMENTED REALITY (AR)
AND VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)
• Technologies that allow users to
interact with virtual or digital
worlds in an immersive way, with
applications in entertainment,
education, and training.
• Example: AR in mobile apps like
Pokémon Go, VR in gaming,
training simulations, and
educational experiences.
ADVANTAGES
• Innovation and Efficiency: Emerging technologies drive
innovation and can significantly improve the efficiency of
businesses and industries by automating tasks, optimizing
processes, and providing more accurate data and insights.
• Economic Growth and New Job Creation: As new
technologies emerge, new industries and business models are
created, leading to the generation of jobs and economic
growth.
• Improved Quality of Life: Technologies like AR/VR and IoT
can enhance experiences in education, healthcare,
entertainment, and even daily activities, improving
convenience and accessibility.
DISADVANTAGE
• Job S
Displacement and Economic Disruption: Automation
and AI-powered systems can replace human workers, leading
to job displacement in certain industries, which can contribute
to increased inequality.
• Privacy and Security Risks: Many emerging technologies,
particularly IoT and AI, rely on data collection, raising concerns
about data privacy, surveillance, and cybersecurity
vulnerabilities.
• High Implementation Costs: The initial cost of implementing
emerging technologies can be prohibitively high, especially for
small businesses or developing economies. This could widen
the gap between those who have access to advanced
technologies and those who do not.
CONCLUSI
ON
It's important to understand both the benefits and risks of these
technologies to ensure their responsible integration into society.
As future professionals, staying informed and adapting to these
changes will help us harness their potential to improve lives and
solve global problems.
REFERENC
ES
• Gartner. (2023). Emerging technologies: Defining the next
frontier of innovation. Gartner.
https://www.gartner.com/en/information-technology
• Schwab, K. (2016). The Fourth Industrial Revolution. Crown
Publishing Group.
• Thierer, A. (2019). The Digital Civil Liberties Project:
Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on the Future of
Privacy. Mercatus Center. https://www.mercatus.org
• Smith, G. (2020). Quantum Computing for Everyone. MIT
Press.
• West, D. M. (2021). The Future of Work: Robots, AI, and
Automation. Brookings Institution Press.
THAN
K YOU
Prepared by: Ms. Erika Kyle
Colocado

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