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The IET launches new open access journal on quantum communication?edit
The IET has launched a call for papers for a new gold open access journal in the field of quantum wireless communication. IET Quantum Communication will publish novel research and original survey articles focusing on the application of quantum information science to provide the security and infrastructure for future communication networks.
IETIndia’s first-of-its-kind Event on Engineering the Future of Work held in Mumbai by the IETedit
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Shekhar Sanyal, Futurist Impact of Technology, Country Head and Director IET India inaugurated the event, which was followed by a opening address by Mandeep Maitra, Leadership, Transformation and Design Thinking Coach and Chair, IET’s Engineering the Future of Work Steering Committee.
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Rethinking Cybersecurity to Face the Unpredictableedit
The unique nature of industrial control systems and the serious consequences for negligence further underscore Indian companies need to tap into industrial cybersecurity skills and resources, whether local or global.
cyber riskCyberSecurityBlockchain Technology is Disrupting the Startup Ecosystemedit
Since the introduction of the first practical implementation of blockchain over ten years ago, the technology has found a myriad of usecases in a wide variety of industries, including fintech, healthcare, digital identity, Internet of Things (IoT), and logistics. Many of these industries have already been marching towards digitisation of their internal processes for the past few years, making blockchain integration only more advantageous due to its increased security and reliability benefits.
BlockchainFintechIoTIntelligence that redefines mission critical storageedit
Traditionally, issues with availability arise from systems that sit above the data storage function, such as the network, server and virtualisation. Nowadays, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can allow businesses to bypass these barriers, look beyond them, and at the same time, predict and prevent any disruptions that might occur in the infrastructure stack.
AIMLHow will artificial intelligence affect your businessedit
Artificial intelligence is the most exciting upcoming technology in the world today. The advent of autonomous vehicles and the prospect of fully intelligent machines fills us with excitement and dread. As with any technology, there are those who are completely bent on imbuing their businesses with the newest advancements as soon as they can.
Artificial Intelligence AdoptionHow Companies Take Advantage Of The $3.7 Billion Robotics Opportunityedit
IDC recently predicted the worldwide robotic process automation (RPA) software market will total $3.7 billion by 2022. Thats because people in departments like finance and human resources (HR) realize that RPA isnt the next big thing. Its the new normal, as bots continue to boost efficiencies, customer service, and costsavings. Indeed, these are the top reasons why companies are adopting AI, according to Gartner research analysts.
HRRPAHow Artificial Intelligence For All Helps Increase Accountability To Societyedit
There is no shortage of statistics on the increasing uptake of artificial intelligence (AI) in business. With adoption poised to grow over the next few years, this will undoubtedly lead to the discovery of new use cases and applications of the technology that were never before on the radar of business leaders.
AIDataGovernment appoints panel to resolve MEITYs and NITI Aayogs conflicts over AI: Reportedit
The government has formed a committee to resolve differences over the Artificial Intelligence (AI) mission between the MEITY and NITI Aayog, reports The Economic Times. It will be headed by principal scientific advisor K Vijay Raghavan. The other representatives in the committee will include Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, the CEO of NITI Aayog and Secretary of MEITY.
AIMeitYNITI AayogData centres may prove to be the next big opportunity in Indiaedit
Be that as it may, as 5G rollouts and use cases for industrial IoT start gaining steam, demand will increase, said Gupta, the data centre man of India. It will only go up, and not slow down.
5GData CentersIoTBeware! smart bulbs can hack your dataedit
Smart bulbs are expected to be a popular purchase this holiday season. But could lighting your home open up your personal information to hackers Now a new study from an Indian origin researcher shows that the hackers next prime target could be that smart bulb. Some smart bulbs connect to a home network without needing a smart home hub, centralised hardware or software device where another internet of things (IoT) products communicate with each other.
CyberSecurityIoTsmart homesArtificial Intelligence Enters Its Golden Ageedit
Look at the latest Gartner Hype Cycle for artificial intelligence, and you will see most AI elements are rounding the hype curve, and have yet to take their stomach churning plunge into the trough of disillusionment. Talk to business leaders these days, and no one appears disappointed, yet.
AIBig Data63% businesses concerned about cyber threats: Reportedit
Sixty six per cent of business decision makers in India believe lack of security expertise is a challenge for their organisations, while 63 per cent of Indian businesses are concerned about being exposed to cyber threats due to employee errors, according to a new report.
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Shaky Groundsedit
Dependent on populous economies like India and China, the global auto market has seen a dip in the total number of units sold worldwide since 2017. It was estimated that international car sales may reach 80 million in 2019. However, this target now looks difficult to achieve
Automotive SectorEVICEIndigenisation of EV Manufacturing Could be Worth $2.7 bn for India: CEEWedit
Indigenisation of electric powertrain components and battery pack assembly could produce a value addition USD 2.7 billion for the auto industry in India, in case of an EV transition Indigenisation EV India
EVFuture of MobilityManufacturingDelhi Metro Stations Will Soon Have Electric Vehicle Charging Facilitiesedit
To encourage usage of electric vehicles (EVs) and ensure efficient last-mile connectivity, Lt. Governor of Delhi Anil Baijal has asked the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to install charging facilities for the EVs at each metro station.
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Indian companies think upskilling to be crucial but do not assign budget for it: Reportedit
As per the report, 27 per cent of the upskilling programmes are entirely up to the employee to drive and fund. Further, 22 per cent of companies are hoping to bridge the talent gap by outsourcing these roles, according to the report.
Future of WorkUpskillingContractual hiring provides more agility at a lesser cost: Adecco India MDedit
Some of the skills in high demand are Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Machine Learning, Analytical Reasoning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, UI/UX Design, Mobile App development, Natural Language Processing, Game Development, and Industrial Design.
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Vice President Stresses Need To Reorient Modern Education System To Make It Suitable To 21st Century Requirementsedit
The Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu stressed the need to reorient the modern education system to make it suitable to the 21stcentury requirements. Speaking at the first convocation of SRM University, Delhi NCR, in New Delhi, the Vice President asked the youth to become agents of change and come out with innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by mankind.
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