Can blockchain be used without cryptocurrency?
A blockchain without cryptocurrency is a distributed ledger that stores data associated with nonfungible tokens (NFTs), supply chain initiatives, the Metaverse and more.
Even though Bitcoin (BTC) is the most known application of a decentralized ledger or blockchain, there is a wide range of other uses of blockchain technology. For instance, blockchain technology can be utilized in various financial services including remittances, digital assets and online payments because it enables payments to be settled without a bank or other middleman.
Experts clash on where virtual reality sits in the Metaverse
Experts have given mixed views on what role virtual reality technology will have in the Metaverse.
Virtual reality (VR) will eventually have a place within the Metaverse, but not for the foreseeable future given its slow adoption rates, according to experts.
There isn’t much that can rival the experience of having one’s senses almost immersed in a virtual world — which is why many believe that the technology will have a natural fit for the Metaverse.
Augmented Reality Is the Next Frontier for NFTs
Augmented reality (AR) is shaping a new future for online interaction and asset ownership. This technology was a futuristic gimmick in sci-fi movies only a decade ago. However, recent developments see it expand and fuse with other next-generation innovations, such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). This merger could irremediably impact our understanding of the digital economy, asset creation, trade, and control.
The metaverse: What are you missing out on?
A thriving metaverse is reliant on consumers buying into the hype and that’s a long way off, says Joe Baguley, VP and CTO at VMware EMEA.
For something so high-profile, the concept of the metaverse is nothing new. Many people reading this will remember SecondLife – an earlier incarnation of the meeting of physical and digital worlds. Despite gaining widespread popularity at the time, its cultural relevance didn’t last particularly long. So where is the metaverse going to succeed where previous attempts have failed?
Roundtable on Cybersecurity
The strategies companies need to keep their data safe.
As cyberattacks become more sophisticated and harder to trace, it’s critical for companies to be ready for them. Three experts from Chicago’s cybersecurity scene discuss trends in the cybersecurity arena and how companies can better prepare for cyberattacks.
AI experts establish the “North Star” for domestic robotics field
Robots that do everything from helping people get dressed in the morning to washing (and putting away) the dishes have been a dream for as long as people have uttered the words “artificial intelligence.” But, in a field where the state of the art currently rests far short of that level of sophistication, a fundamental challenge has emerged: Namely, what will “success” even look like, should the day come when robots are able to perform these key tasks to human standards?
AI is everywhere, and it's exhausting...
But wait, there are some useful ways in which AI is permeating into daily life.
Why it matters: You cannot talk about technology today without tripping over artificial intelligence (AI). Literally every conversation, in every corner of tech, the topic pops up. We agree that AI is useful, and important, but we also think it worth periodically taking some time to decode what everyone is talking about.
Cloud Computing vs Virtualization
The sky is the limit with cloud computing and virtualization!
Cloud computing and virtualization give you abstract infrastructure solutions that don’t sit directly on hardware. This means they’re easy to scale, backup, or move to different hardware according to your business’s needs. Both allow you to maximize your on-premise resources and extend your operational capabilities.
In this article, I’ll look at what cloud computing and virtualization are, what they can do for you, and show you how they differ. First, let’s look at what cloud computing is and why so many companies are moving towards it.
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Market 2022 Growth Analysis, Opportunities, Trends, Developments and Forecast to 2028
The report includes a detailed analysis of the market as well as enabling technologies, current trends, opportunities, and obstacles, plan of action, supply chain, and profiles of leading players.
The latest research document published through MarketsandResearch.biz, the Global Internet of Things (IoT) Security Market is predicted to witness significant increase all through the forecast length 2022 to 2028. The research report gives marketplace share analysis in terms of quantity and sales.
You're not wrong. The scope for quantum computers remains small
Perhaps a QC can help us work out why we’d want a QC
SYSTEMS APPROACH Back when I was field CTO for VMware in Asia-Pacific and Japan, many of my colleagues expected me to know something about everything in tech, and it was sometimes hard to bring myself to say “I don’t know.”
And so in 2018 when someone asked me to explain quantum computing I gave it a shot and made a complete mess of the explanation. In fact, I made the most typical mistake of a dabbling generalist (often made in the popular science press) which was to say something about trying lots of solutions in parallel, leveraging the quantum property of being in a superposition of multiple states. If you know only one thing about quantum mechanics, it’s likely to be the thought experiment of Schrödinger’s cat, in which the cat is supposedly in two states (alive and dead) at the same time. Well, that turns out to be just enough to produce a pretty bad explanation of quantum computing.
Digital transformation: 8 guiding principles
Successful digital transformation requires a shift in mindset and practices. Base your strategy on these fundamental tenets to position your organization for success.
Since COVID-19, the shift to remote work has influenced many organizations to invest in digital transformation initiatives at warp speed. With little to no time for strategic planning or preparation, the onset of the pandemic served as an accelerator for companies and CIOs to establish new business models that prioritize and deliver efficiency, flexibility, and speed.
How to leverage big data to make better marketing decisions
Organizations regularly rely on big data to make decisions, keep the business running and strategize for the future. They have come to adapt an ever-growing set of data sources – both internal and external – and an increasing range of tools to put the data to use.
Modern businesses use big data on a day-to-day basis to understand, drive and continue developing all aspects of the organization’s goals. But stakeholders need to understand how and why the quality of the data is directly linked to the quality of decision-making. Big data, by definition, refers to vast amounts of information collected at high velocity. If not analyzed objectively, it can create analysis paralysis. However, the same data, when dissected thoughtfully, can help organizations gain the right insight.
How Startups Accelerate Into the Growth Stage
When to ignore the roadmap and just go where the money is…
In the early days of any startup, every ounce of effort should be spent building the coolest, slickest, most awesome product ever invented.
But at some point, the gears of progress need to downshift, and those big ideas need to hibernate for a while before they reemerge to propel your startup to world-changing status. At some point in your product lifecycle, definitely before the growth curve kicks in, momentum stops being about the cool factor of the product. Success is no longer tied to the demos and the MVPs and the early adopters.
Digital Health’s Role in Improving Patient Engagement
The patient experience has changed in recent years, with more people seeking information online before speaking with medical professionals (HCPs). Digital health is proving to be much more than simply a passing fad; it is a movement that will endure even as we return to conventional, in-person patient care. So how and why is it crucial to promote patient involvement in digital health?
6 FinTech trends that will dominate the industry in 2022
2022 may have started as the year of blockchain technologies and NFTs, but since March, the crypto market has seen a major dip.
However, despite the cooling of crypto, some trends have continued to flourish throughout the middle of the year. This article will discuss the six FinTech trends we believe will boom in 2022.