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FOREWORD 2024 promises even more technology innovation

We highlight some of the key trends that promise to reshape industries and daily life , from the democratisation of gen AI to sustainable technology

“ As we look head , the next

12 months promise even more excitement ”

What a year 2023 was . Surely one of the most exciting years to be involved in the world of technology , we witnessed groundbreaking advancements that not only redefined existing paradigms but also set the stage for future innovations . And as we look ahead , the next 12 months promise even more excitement .

With this in mind , this month we highlight some of the key trends that promise to reshape industries , economies and daily life , from the democratisation of gen AI to sustainable technology and industry cloud platforms .
According to Chris Howard , Distinguished VP Analyst and Gartner ’ s Chief of Research , generative and other types of AI offer new opportunities and drive several trends . But deriving business value from the durable use of AI requires a disciplined approach to widespread adoption along with attention to the risks .
From all of us at Technology Magazine , thank you for reading in 2023 and a very happy 2024 . Enjoy the issue .
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