Artificial general intelligence, or AGI, is a hypothetical form of AI designed to perform human-level cognitive functions, such as the capacity to self-teach. AGI is regarded as very powerful since it can autonomously solve a wide variety of cognitive tasks, as opposed to weak or narrow AI systems that carry out only particular or specialized ...
Modern software systems do not work in silos. To attend to different levels of queries from users, they need to connect with various applications, databases, and services. This web of connection is made possible by APIs. Without APIs, developers will be limited in terms of what their applications can do and how they scale. In ...
Agriculture plays an integral role in upholding ecological equilibrium by nurturing plant growth, managing livestock, and safeguarding the welfare of the general population. However, the rapidly increasing demands for agricultural products necessitate breakthroughs beyond traditional processes. Agritech, short for agricultural technology, stands at the forefront of this evolution, spearheading advancements to address global demands without ...
The potential of artificial intelligence is immense. But it could be derailed due to a lack of power. Data centers implementing AI now need so much energy that the local grid often struggles to supply it. Drew Robb, writing for TechRepublic Premium, looks at the extent of the problem and how it can be overcome. ...
Facial recognition software is a form of technology used to identify people by analyzing their facial structure. Using an algorithm, these systems employ biometrics to compare people’s facial features against their database of known faces and their linked identities. Facial recognition technology is a fast-growing market, having stood at $5.1 billion in 2022 and is ...
From Web 1.0, marked by read-only static web pages, to our current version of Web 2.0, innovation is a constant theme in the tech sector. Despite whatever hyperbolic predictions you may have heard, Web 3.0 and blockchain are real technologies, and businesses of all types and sizes need to know about and prepare for them. ...
While some efforts aimed at enhancing human lives have come at the expense of our environment’s vitality, a beacon of hope has risen in the form of green technology, a.k.a. greentech. This field has emerged as a central driving force for positive change in a constantly evolving world. Greentech’s sustainable solutions are paving the way ...
Pay attention class! Educational technology is helping learners and teachers around the world. Edtech encompasses a wide range of opportunities, from using electronic gadgets (e.g., laptops and tablets) in a conventional classroom setting for note-taking to making online courses accessible. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary of 67 edtech terms ...
Fintech is a fast changing landscape that constantly introduces cutting-edge ideas and developments. From CBDC to KYC, there is a lot of information to process. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary of fintech terms and concepts to help you understand technological breakthroughs and make educated decisions. Featured definition from the ...
While the concept of virtual and augmented reality applications has been around for decades, the technological ability to render those experiences has been mostly out of reach. However, that is changing quickly. Within the next two to three decades, VR and AR applications and devices at the everyday consumer level will likely be as commonplace ...
The space industry is witnessing a profound transformation, driven by new technologies and the greater participation of the private sector. From satellites to weather, agriculture and communications to space connectivity, industrial IoT devices and scientific, government or space exploration missions, the potential is vast. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this spacetech glossary to ...
Legacy security measures, while offering a baseline level of protection, heavily rely on predefined signatures and a narrow definition of the “abnormal.” They often follow a reactive approach, can be siloed, limiting information sharing, and lack the scalability to handle the terabytes of data generated by today’s complex IT systems. This is where artificial intelligence ...
The metaverse is defined as a computer-generated universe. Most often conceptualized as a hypothesized iteration of the internet, supporting persistent online 3D virtual environments through conventional personal computing, as well as virtual and augmented reality headsets. Due to the support of global investors in recent years, the metaverse now plays a fundamental role in the ...
Edge computing allows companies to deliver data processing and analysis capabilities to remote sites like branch offices, retail stores, warehouses and manufacturing plants. Reducing their reliance on centralized cloud or data center resources can significantly improve performance and operational efficiency at remote (a.k.a., edge) business sites while mitigating security risks and enabling real-time insights. Nicole ...
Starting a business can be a high-stakes venture, especially if you are investing personal funds or relying on it for income. If you’ve made it this far, you likely already have a solid idea and strategy for your business. Unfortunately, a successful business requires more than just a good idea. In fact, there are several ...