Government technology is changing the way we live, work, and interact with our government and society at large. According to the World Economic Forum, govtech is poised to become the world’s largest software industry, with a forecasted market size of more than $1 trillion by 2028. As govtech expands, its influence on our everyday lives, ...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, a.k.a. Industry 4.0 or 4IR, refers to the ongoing inclusive and human-centric transformation of traditional industries by integrating modern technologies. This concept was popularized by Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, in 2016. According to Schwab, “The Fourth Industrial Revolution is characterized by a range of ...

Virtualization lets organizations run multiple isolated workloads from the same hardware platform, saving money, and enabling more efficient scaling. It is also used by cloud providers to deliver on-demand computing resources for multiple customers using shared hardware. It’s what allows businesses to pay for only the cloud computing resources they need and quickly (or even ...

The emergence of travel tech has expanded global connectivity, leading to a more reachable and enriching world. According to Statista, the market size of the online travel industry around the globe is forecasted to surpass $800 billion by 2028. As the global market expands, organizations in the travel sector — and even those tangentially related ...

Driven by advancements in hardware, software, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, biometric technology is today more accessible than ever, making it easier for any organization to deploy the technology and reap its benefits. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this biometrics glossary to help you understand the tech behind the sector and the core ...

Serverless architecture is becoming popular due to the rise of event-driven computing models. Developers in today’s cloud environment need scalable, flexible, fast, and efficient systems that can respond to user actions in real-time. Serverless computing, alongside Infrastructure as a Service, Platform as a Service, Function as a Service, and Software as a Service, is shaping ...

Blockchain technology holds transformative potential across multiple sectors, promising enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency in transactions. According to Statista, the blockchain technology market with cloud applications for specific business segments around the globe is forecasted to reach $943 billion in 2032, with a compound annual growth rate of 56.1%. To fully understand what this modern ...

Technological innovations like the Internet of Things, 5G wireless networks, robotics, and autonomous system software have created a business environment in which automated devices and thinking machines are now just part of the working landscape. No longer restricted to the factory floor, autonomous systems can be found in offices, retail stores, and homes. Developing and ...

Telecommunications is the real-time transmission of audio and visual information via electromagnetic signals. It encompasses a wide range of communication methods, including the radio, phone, and television, but the modern telecommunications industry focuses predominantly on the internet as the transmission medium for all of the above and much more. While the internet and computer networks ...

According to studies and research from PwC Global, artificial intelligence could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy in 2030, more than the current output of China and India combined. To reach that level, organizations will have to rely on the skills and expertise of machine learning engineers and AI architects. The position ...

As the digital age continues to progress, advertising techniques have transformed to stay aligned with the intense growth of the internet and its marketing opportunities. Many industries have taken advantage of the online digital landscape to communicate their messages and attract the attention of potential consumers through their websites. But with so many businesses flooding ...

Advertising technology has evolved from an experimental field into a tried-and-true strategy that is a must-have for any marketer looking to connect with digital audiences. Adtech is full of jargon and acronyms that can be difficult to parse. Kara Sherrer, writing for TechRepublic Premium, has created this quick glossary of key concepts to help your ...

Legaltech, or legal technology, is revolutionizing the legal sector — from case management and document automation to e-discovery and virtual court hearings. The convergence of law and technology in legaltech not only speeds up routine operations but also promotes advancement, ultimately shaping a future where legal services are more accessible, efficient, and responsive to the ...

From offering more effective and less invasive healthcare solutions to facilitating the development of smaller, more efficient technologies, nanotechnology is revolutionizing the way we approach challenges across diverse industries. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary of 78 key concepts to help your understanding. Featured definition from the glossary: Biomimetics Engineered ...

Throughout the different stages of a woman’s life, from menstruation and pregnancy to menopause, it is evident that women possess unique healthcare and wellness needs that often demand tailored solutions. Thankfully, femtech, short for female technology, is at the forefront, offering a pathway to empower women of diverse backgrounds by providing them with the resources ...