Top tech innovations to follow in 2022
Technology
today is progressing at an incredible race. Along with the outbreak of
COVID-19 from 2020 to now, IT professionals realize that their role will not be
the same again. This actually means that an IT
professional this time around will constantly be learning, and relearning brand
new notions. In other words, staying current with the latest technology
trends would be useful to know which skills you’ll need to secure the different jobs that will be created by these new technology trends. Although, there
are so many innovations and technological breakthroughs happening right now, here
are the ones you need to focus on in 2022.
1. Artificial Intelligence
Also known as AI, Artificial Intelligence was in the game decades ago. However, it
is still affecting our lives now. Such science is actually known for its
great effects on image and speech recognition, navigation apps, smartphone
personal assistants, and much more. Moreover, AI can definitely be used in
other domains such as health, politics, transportation, and enhancing
socially personalized experiences. Therefore, the AI market will grow to $190 billion by 2025. With AI spreading its wings in such
a dynamic way, new jobs will be created in development, programming and
maintenance, just to name them. Plus, AI also offers one of the highest salaries today combined with machine learning! Machine Learning is a subcategory of AI; it has also been
deployed in all kinds of industries, creating 9 percent of U.S. jobs by 2025
such as:
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Robot
monitoring
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Automation
specialists
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Content
curators
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AI
Scientists
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AI
Engineer
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Machine
Learning Engineer
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AI
Architect
2. Computing power and networks
Computing has continuously been exploding over years and 2022 is not
an exception. Quantum computing, the processing of information that is
represented by special significant states, helps machines to handle information
in a different way from old-style computers. Quantum computing will
potentially give us computing power that is a million times more powerful, even
more than what we get from today’s advanced supercomputers.
Also, we discussed about a better cloud infrastructure and better
networks, naming the next technology trend that is 5G. Where 3G
and 4G networks have enabled browsing the internet, using data-driven services,
streaming on Spotify or YouTube, and much more, 5G services will revolutionize
our lives! 5G is expected to be used in factories, street cameras improving
safety and traffic management. Plus, most known telecom companies such as Apple, Nokia Corp, and more are already working on
including 5G applications in their products. By 2024, 5G networks will
cover 40% of the world, making it a technology trend you must watch out
for in 2022.
3. Smarter Devices
Along with better networks and computing power, smarter devices had to
be created. In 2022, smarter devices will continue exploding including the
usage of intelligent home robots that can work independently to complete more
tasks. We already have intelligent and autonomous cars, smart television, and
much more. And it is just the beginning!
4. Datafication and digital reliance
Data is one of the keys that will enable all of these great trends. The
digitization in our world today means that we have a huge number of data
available and information to manage. Thus, it has become the most important business
asset for every institute around the world. With an appropriate management, companies
and other organizations can use an appropriate database to better fulfill
customers’ needs, find key trends and get insight into what’s working or not.
Moreover, blockchain technology and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are progressively
transforming our world. Actually, these innovations go beyond Bitcoin to things
like smart contracts that allow us to confirm proprietorship mainly with NFTs. In 2022, we will continue
to experience more advances in these technology trends in companies and with individuals.
5. Printing and augmented reality
Also known as extended reality, augmented reality (AR) services
are now effective on our devices and particularly on smartphones and tablets. This
leads to a bigger push toward virtual reality or VR. This year, we'll also experience
new and more portable virtual reality devices combined with smart devices. So,
instead of having old-fashion headsets that require WiFi connections, we will
have smarter devices and platforms that look more like glasses and that connect
to our phones to give us higher virtual reality experiences.
3D printing is another subset of this virtual reality trend. Today, it
has become easier to make things with 3D printing that we would have never
dreamed of a decade ago. This time around too, we’ll see applications of this
brand new form of printing in manufacturing and beyond, from 3D printing
technological innovations such as mass-produced customized pieces, concrete for
houses, printed metal, composite materials, and even more.
6. Genomics and nanotechnology
Genomics, that is gene editing combined with synthetic biology are one
of the top medical technology trends of 2022 because of their great advancements.
They can actually help modify crops, cure and eradicate diseases, develop new
vaccines against viruses like the COVID-19 and achieve many other medical and
biological breakthroughs. Also, nanotechnology will allow scientists to give
materials new attributes by using them on a superior atomic level. In 2022, such
technology will mainly enable us to create things like bendable screens, better
batteries, self-cleaning fabrics, and even self-repairing paint, provided that
everything goes well.
7. Sustainable Energy Solutions
The last but not least important trend in tech innovations this year is
new energy solutions. As we tackle climate changes and stuff related to the
environment, we'll also see advances in the batteries we use in cars and some
means of transportation. We’ll also see innovations in nuclear power and green
hydrogen that will allow us to power ships, planes, and trains and generate safe energy
for the general public.
Recap’
From Artificial Intelligence to the new energy solutions, here are the tech
trends you need to follow in 2022. These new tech innovations are definitely
going to revolutionize our lives and everyday habits. So, the earlier you get
to know them, the better you’ll get advantages of them!