Is Augmented Reality the Next Wave of Digital Disruption?

Is Augmented Reality the Next Wave of Digital Disruption?

Apple Inc.’s next breakthrough may be powered by Augmented Reality (AR). A recent report by Bloomberg outlines Apple’s ‘big step’ towards the AR space through talented hires and acquisitions in the related field. According to the report, to make smart glasses, in the short term, Apple’s AR features may first show up on the iPhone. Bloomberg’s…

Here’s How Big Data is Helping Community Banks

Here’s How Big Data is Helping Community Banks

Big Data tools not only simplify lengthy analytical procedures in any industry, but they also provide a competitive advantage to banks. With new regulations, banks are looking at ways to make compliance procedures more effective and accurate. Big data in banking is slowly gaining momentum and becoming an inevitable necessity across the banking industry. As…

Alibaba’s Plan to End Poverty in China

Alibaba’s Plan to End Poverty in China

Alibaba is a Chinese multinational tech, e-commerce and artificial intelligence conglomerate that was founded in 1999 and has since become one of the ten largest companies in the world. Alibaba’s plan to end poverty in China stems from corporate social responsibility as an integral part of its business model. In 2008, an earthquake in Sichuan province in China prompted…

The Power Of ‘Social Ratings’ …and the stressful addiction of ‘being Liked.’

The Power Of ‘Social Ratings’ …and the stressful addiction of ‘being Liked.’

The dystopian future showcases our desire to stay connected to technology which eventually disconnects us from the ‘real’ world. TV shows often attempt to capture the imaginary depictions of the futuristic world. But while many have failed to completely showcase the tech addiction, a few may have ‘just about’ succeeded in capturing the chilling resemblance…