I was invited to contribute my thoughts on edge computing to the Fast Futures foresight Opportunities on the Edge report.
Edge computing, is essentially technology that enables transitions (of information and value) to take place in situ – instantly, in real time. It covers technologies from the Internet of Things, to Blockchain, to Machine Learning to Facial Recognition and Biometrics – and everything in between. These technologies, when combined, allow businesses to offer hyper-personalised services at scale. Of course, as with every powerful technological development, the results have the potential for accelerated growth and accelerated harm…
The full (very comprehensive) report makes for some interesting reading, as it includes observations and ideas from some of the world’s top futurists and business leaders.