While some efforts aimed at enhancing human lives have come at the expense of our environment’s vitality, a beacon of hope has risen in the form of green technology, a.k.a. greentech. This field has emerged as a central driving force for positive change in a constantly evolving world. Greentech’s sustainable solutions are paving the way ...
Pay attention class! Educational technology is helping learners and teachers around the world. Edtech encompasses a wide range of opportunities, from using electronic gadgets (e.g., laptops and tablets) in a conventional classroom setting for note-taking to making online courses accessible. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary of 67 edtech terms ...
Fintech is a fast changing landscape that constantly introduces cutting-edge ideas and developments. From CBDC to KYC, there is a lot of information to process. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this quick glossary of fintech terms and concepts to help you understand technological breakthroughs and make educated decisions. Featured definition from the ...
While the concept of virtual and augmented reality applications has been around for decades, the technological ability to render those experiences has been mostly out of reach. However, that is changing quickly. Within the next two to three decades, VR and AR applications and devices at the everyday consumer level will likely be as commonplace ...
The space industry is witnessing a profound transformation, driven by new technologies and the greater participation of the private sector. From satellites to weather, agriculture and communications to space connectivity, industrial IoT devices and scientific, government or space exploration missions, the potential is vast. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this spacetech glossary to ...
Legacy security measures, while offering a baseline level of protection, heavily rely on predefined signatures and a narrow definition of the “abnormal.” They often follow a reactive approach, can be siloed, limiting information sharing, and lack the scalability to handle the terabytes of data generated by today’s complex IT systems. This is where artificial intelligence ...
The metaverse is defined as a computer-generated universe. Most often conceptualized as a hypothesized iteration of the internet, supporting persistent online 3D virtual environments through conventional personal computing, as well as virtual and augmented reality headsets. Due to the support of global investors in recent years, the metaverse now plays a fundamental role in the ...
Edge computing allows companies to deliver data processing and analysis capabilities to remote sites like branch offices, retail stores, warehouses and manufacturing plants. Reducing their reliance on centralized cloud or data center resources can significantly improve performance and operational efficiency at remote (a.k.a., edge) business sites while mitigating security risks and enabling real-time insights. Nicole ...
Starting a business can be a high-stakes venture, especially if you are investing personal funds or relying on it for income. If you’ve made it this far, you likely already have a solid idea and strategy for your business. Unfortunately, a successful business requires more than just a good idea. In fact, there are several ...
Retail technology, a.k.a. retailtech, continues to be the driving force behind the changing retail landscape today. Some of the newest developments include scan-and-go checkouts, visual outfitting software and digital price tags. While these retailtech developments are exciting, the entire sector is also filled with jargon and acronyms that are difficult to decipher. This glossary, written ...
Food stands as a fundamental necessity for human survival. Our bodies rely on the nutrients found in food that enable us to carry out our day-to-day activities and responsibilities. However, in our modern, fast-paced world, the convenience of readily available food is often prioritized, notwithstanding the expense of food safety due to potential contaminants. This ...
Without an automated way to monitor IT services throughout their lifecycle, IT would be consigned to endless trawling through logs and jumping from system to system. Troubleshooting, latency and manual drudgery would become a way of life. IT service management enables IT to confidently manage workflows, deliver smoother service, respond to incidents rapidly and stay ...
As the global population grows, so does the demand for a wider array of products and services. However, this surge in demand often leads to production processes that generate increased waste, posing a significant threat to our environment. Fortunately, cleantech, short for clean technology, offers a compelling solution to this impending crisis. Cleantech encompasses environmentally ...
The concept of embedded finance has been around for quite some time. Traditionally, businesses like car dealerships used embedded finance to offer loans when someone wanted to purchase a vehicle. But as the digital economy skyrockets — passing the $10 trillion mark in 2023 and expected to grow at a CAGR rate of 9.52% from ...
Whether you are building a personal wealth management portfolio or breaking into the sector, having the right information in this industry is essential. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this wealth management glossary to enrich your understanding and support your success throughout your wealth building journey. Featured definition from the glossary: Ad valorem fees ...