
Ten different technologies that will change the world and the way people do business were predicted by a recent report published by analysts at Citi Group Investment bank. A number of the technologies listed have been around for a while but are set to become more affordable and accessible. Other technologies mentioned are brand new.
Here’s a closer look at some of the technologies that made the list:1. Electronic cigarettes
E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices which heat a nicotine e-liquid inside the device until it becomes a vapour. The water-based vapour can then be inhaled and exhaled in a similar way to smoking a traditional tobacco cigarette.2. 3-D printing
3-D printing is a technology predicted to become cheaper and more accessible. Improvements in the software and technology mean that they could soon be available to a much wider customer base. 3-D printing uses a model which is programmed into the software, the printer then produces the shapes programmed and repeats the shapes until they are layered on top of each other to produce a 3-D model.3. Video streaming
The way in which we view TV and films has undergone huge changes in the past few years. More of us are streaming entertainment direct to our TVs or computers. Companies such as Netflix have seen massive growth. Since 2010, TV ratings have steadily declined while Netflix subscriptions over the same period have increased by nearly 70 per cent. With faster internet and cheaper mobile devices, more people have access to web video content than ever before. With Netflix, Amazon and Google all starting to produce their own films and TV shows just for the web and subscription service, is this the future of TV? Streaming video content provides new advertising opportunities for businesses and the chance to get creative with content.Share this story