This document discusses 10 emerging technologies that will shape the future: 1) the Internet of Things where all devices are internet-connected, 2) wearable devices like Google Glass, 3) augmented reality blending the physical and digital worlds, 4) machine learning algorithms that improve with more data, 5) mHealth technologies improving healthcare via mobile phones, 6) 3D printing's uses in many fields, 7) same-day delivery via e-commerce warehouses, 8) mobile payments and virtual currencies like bitcoin, 9) electric cars knowing more about drivers, and 10) eLearning making knowledge accessible online.

1. Source: World Economic Forum | ForumBlog.org

2. 1
The Internet of Things
Little by little, all electronic
devices are connecting to the
Internet, offering contextual
relevance and a user-friendly
experience, which lead to higher
adoption rates, connecting
every part of our lives.
businessinsider.com

3. From activity bands to smart
helmets and from smart clothing
to Google Glass, we will be fully
equipped with interconnected
devices powered by the
Internet.
2
Google Glass
Wearable Devices

4. 3
Augmented Reality
Augmented reality – connecting
the physical and the virtual world
– opens up great opportunities
for user engagement. We will
basically be able to turn the
whole world into a digital
space where we can use the
power of technologies to discover
new digital horizons.
artistopensource.net

5. The future of technology will be
shaped by machine learning
algorithms that are able to learn
from the data they process
and can be trained to improve
as they process more data,
providing the information you
need when it is needed.
4
robodata.ir
Big Data &
Machine Learning
Algorithms

6. 5
mHealth Technologies
Our mobile phones have turned into
our personal assistants, and with
the proliferation of low-cost mobile
devices in emerging economies,
mHealth technologies can now
improve the lives of millions and
make healthcare more
personalized and efficient.
4medapproved.com

7. 6
The creative dimensions of the
new technological possibilities
are huge, ranging from
architecture to home design to
art and education, as well as
manufacturing and health care.
gizmodo.com
3D Printing

8. 7
Intraday Deliveries
E-commerce players with highend warehouses, fast enterprise
resource planning and supply
chain management systems, and
their own fleet of vehicles will
change the way we buy online
with one-day delivery services.
Amazon

9. With the increase in the number
of mobile devices, there will be
more and more new payment
methods. Virtual currencies like
bitcoin are the future.
8
Bitcoin
Mobile Payment &
Virtual Currencies

10. 9
Electric Cars
The electric cars of tomorrow will
be fully equipped with
computers, sensors and
wireless connections, allowing
cars to know more about the
driver.
Toyota Prius

11. The classroom is no longer
simply a mentoring space,
but is now an interactive
and inspirational learning
environment.
The ease of access and
certification offered by online
learning models are key to
making knowledge
accessible to all.
10
eLearning

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SOURCE: World Economic Forum
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