Technology

Technological innovation that can enhance productivity in the workplace, and new developments in the field are explored. Independent news and editorial contributors pitch in.

Automation, Robotics, and the Future of Productivity

The advent of new technologies is without a doubt going to reshape the world in ways that we have never seen before and only imagined through the works of science fiction. Just like Da Vinci dreamt up a helicopter almost four hundred years before one was actually created, works such as Isaac Asimov’s Robot series may yet become reality in the not-so distant future, writes Oliver Taylor. 

The Global Implications of the Blockchain

While the emergence of the Bitcoin is nothing new, its exceptional surge in value and fame is something unprecedented, therefore the world of finance is still in the process of adaptation, and while the seemingly never-ending climb of the cryptocurrency is a tempting opportunity, it would be wise to familiarise yourself with the risks and the implications, states Thomas Hughes. 

Ask The Expert - Optimising Business Systems

We interviewed Hakan Nilsson, CEO and Founder of Zinnovate International, business intelligence pioneer, and leading force behind an industry-revolutionising global freight forwarding system, to obtain the fine details on increasing customer and shareholder value, as we Ask The Expert about what it takes for global logistics firms to exploit the maximum potential of their IT portfolios. 

The Place Where Digital, Tech & Science Converge

A new edition of ICT Spring will be held on May 21st & 22nd, with more than 100 experts sharing their knowledge and discussing the latest Digital, FinTech and Space trends. ICT Spring, a two-day event created in 2007 aims at facilitating the meeting of minds, encouraging emulation and networking with industry leaders, will take place at the European Convention Center Luxembourg, at the very heart of Europe. 

4th Mining Investment Asia Returns

Mining Investment Asia, South East Asia’s largest mining conference connecting miners, investors and service providers returns to Singapore for the 4th time in 2018. Following a successful launch of Asia’s inaugural Women in Mining in 2017, Mining Investment Asia will be adding a new ‘MiningTech’ conference stream and highlight the latest investment outlook on cryptocurrency and bitcoin, whilst retaining the conference’s core focus on South East Asia mining industry.