As we step into the new year, the CNET video team gears up to delve into the latest advancements in technology that promise to reshape our future. From the realms of science fiction to tangible reality, here are three key trends we’ll be closely monitoring in 2024:
Quantum Computing
At the forefront of innovation lies the potential of quantum computers to revolutionize computing itself. IBM’s unveiling of the Quantum System Two marks a significant leap forward in this domain. These modular computing units, spanning 22 feet in width and 12 feet in height, offer the promise of tackling complex problems previously deemed unsolvable by conventional computers. With players like IBM, Google, Microsoft, and Honeywell vying to establish a viable quantum system, the race is on to unlock the transformative power of these machines.
Electric Mobility Revolution
The landscape of transportation undergoes a dramatic transformation with the emergence of a diverse range of electric vehicles (EVs) spanning land, air, and sea. From personal electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) like the Jetson One to electric trucks by Tesla and Einride, the EV revolution encompasses vehicles such as electric boats like the Arc One and electric scooters like the Honda Motocompacto. Anticipating exciting developments in 2024, including test-driving the Aptera solar car and experiencing Zapata’s Air Scooter, we’re poised to witness the continued evolution of electric mobility.
Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs)
Delving into the frontier of neurotechnology, we explore the realm of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) poised to redefine human-machine interaction. At Synchron headquarters, we witnessed the groundbreaking potential of the stentrode, a device capable of enabling individuals to control devices through mere thought. Meanwhile, companies like Neuralink and Blackrock Neurotech are pushing boundaries in BCI technology, with Neuralink’s recruitment for clinical trials and Blackrock’s MoveAgain system and Neuralace electrodes promising unprecedented advancements in neural interfaces.
As we embark on this journey through the technological landscape of 2024, join us in exploring these groundbreaking innovations and their implications for the future. For an immersive look at these transformative technologies in action, don’t miss the accompanying video.
