Beth Devin

Emerging technologies that leverage edge computing will take years -- potentially decades -- to emerge. The smart move is to wait for the hype to settle. In 1950, Alan Turing described AI in a paper exploring whether machines can think, and Isaac Asimov brought it to life when he wove previously published sci-fi stories into the masterpiece I, Robot.

Grand-scale technologies act as nodes of progress that spark continued innovation. Here are several that will continue to impact society. Image: spainter_vfx - stock.adobe.com If we were to go back 50 years in time and demonstrate modern technology to someone, it might appear indistinguishable from magic. Consider the smartphone. To have within the palm of your hand one device that you can use to send instant messages, read books, pay bills, make movies, and even find love would seem unimaginable.

By Beth Devin, Head of Innovation Network & Emerging Technologies, Citi Ventures January 06, 2019 08:00 AM It's that time of year — when the technology news circuit is full of predictions of the next big trends on the horizon. Here are five technologies that could have a major impact on financial institutions and their clients in 2019 and beyond. 5G What is 5G? 5G is the fifth generation of wireless network technology.