Top tech trends to look forward to in 2024

This year is shaping up to be a huge one for tech, and we’ve already seen some exciting developments in 2023. But what’s next? Here’s a sneak peek at five tech trends we can expect to dominate the headlines in 2024. Check out the detailed video above for more info!

The year of Generative AI?

The last year has been a wild ride for NVIDIA, with its stock price shooting up thanks to the success of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT running on NVIDIA GPUs. The company is expected to keep leading the charge in this area. But don’t count out competitors AMD and Intel – they’re not just twiddling their thumbs.

AMD just dropped the news about its fresh batch of machine learning accelerators, the Intrinsic MI300 series. They’re boasting that these bad boys can handle a full instance of Meta’s Llama 2 70 billion parameter model on a single unit. This could mean big savings and better performance.

Meanwhile, Intel has rolled out its fifth-gen Xeon processors, packing AI into every core. Plus, they’re cooking up their Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, set to hit the scene later this year. Looks like we’re in for a three-way showdown between Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA as they duke it out for the top spot in the booming LLM market of 2024.

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GPU’s on desktops to see immense growth

NVIDIA’s 40 series is already on the shelves, and there’s a chance we’ll get a peek at the 50 series by the end of 2024. But that’s all up in the air, depending on how well the 40 series does, the upcoming 40 series Super update, and what the competition has up their sleeves. AMD, cruising on its RDNA 3 architecture for GPUs, could drop RDNA 4 by the end of 2024. If they pull off an early launch, it might push NVIDIA to hustle with an earlier release of their 50 series.

Intel, despite being a smaller fish in the pond with just 2% to 3% market share, has made waves with its first-gen Alchemist GPUs. The next version of the architecture, Battle Mage, might hit the scene in 2024. If Intel can keep prices down while boosting performance, it could start making some serious waves.

Smartphones to get even smarter

In 2024, we’re looking forward to seeing more generative AI running right on our smartphones and other everyday gadgets. Qualcomm and MediaTek are leading the charge with their new chips, and devices like the Samsung Galaxy S24 series are already showing us what’s possible.

Apple, usually not one to make a big fuss about AI, dropped its own large language model in October 2023. This could be a hint that they’re gearing up to bring similar tech to their next batch of iPhones.

Exciting artificial intelligence apps incoming

Every tech revolution has had that one game-changing app, like the spreadsheet in the PC days or web browsers and games like Wolfenstein 3D. We’ve got some impressive AI tech like ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney, and Bard, but we’re still waiting for that one AI app that’s so useful, it changes the game.

Imagine an AI personal assistant that can do it all – set alarms, book appointments, handle your finances, and even fill out forms for you. We might not have the tech for it just yet, but with AI evolving at lightning speed, 2024 could be the year we finally get our hands on this game-changer. Fingers crossed!

Noticeable upgrades in the CPU department

The fourth trend is all about the new processors coming our way in 2024. If Arm keeps up its momentum, we could see some fresh chips announced in the spring, like the Cortex-X5, the Cortex-A730, and the Mali-G730 GPU. Plus, Apple’s rumored to drop the iPhone 16 series with a brand-new processor.

Apple usually rolls out its non-Pro iPhone models with the previous year’s processor, but that might not be the case this time around. We might get the Apple A18 and A18 Pro, with the A18 powering the base iPhone 16 duo and the A18 Pro in the Pro models. The differences between these two chips could be in GPU power or binning preferences. We’ll just have to wait and see how Apple plays this one out.

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AI in healthcare

Cool new tech developments are totally changing up the medtech scene. Over in Europe, companies and research outfits are teaming up to tackle genetic info, diseases that affect loads of folks, and those sudden health crises.  AI has already shown its worth in healthcare, from foreseeing genetic diseases to enhancing cancer treatments and crafting vaccines that stand up to different variants. It’s a game-changer for tackling major healthcare hurdles.

“In 2024, we will see significant strides made in the field of techbio, particularly in the promising area of generative AI for drug discovery,” Dr Diana Rottger, Principal at APEX Ventures, tells TNW. Dr. Röttger thinks more companies in the field will be diving into clinical development soon, using both computer-based and real-life approaches. The push for better diagnostics is set to keep going strong, especially with the help of big language models that can handle massive amounts of info.

AI is a major upgrade compared to the old stuff in many ways. It gets sharper as it gobbles up more data, making it more accurate and able to notice even the tiniest variations between various groups, such as ages or races. Moreover, it’s easy to set up, kicks into gear right away, and can be deployed on the cloud, which is pretty much everywhere people reside. With all these advantages, AI can be applied everywhere, ensuring that everyone receives top-notch treatment regardless of their location. It’s like turbocharging personalized care for a much larger group of people than ever before.

A fascinating advancement involves the use of AI in new tests to anticipate tumor growth and treatment effectiveness. These tests utilize intelligent programs to analyze patient tissue sample images alongside their medical data. Subsequently, doctors can leverage this information to formulate a customized treatment plan for each person, sometimes even steering clear of treatments that could potentially do more harm than good.