We have put together a list of top smart tech trends to follow this year. Collaborative Technology The pandemic fundamentally changed the way people work and learn. With forced closures worldwide, companies and schools were forced to find alternatives. The tech world met the challenge and shined in all its glory. A computer can do it faster and more efficiently than a human because it doesn't have the same biases, assumptions, or prejudices that humans have. This is especially true when they're trying to make sense of things. Also, computers don t tire and can be trained or instructions to look for specific things that can easily be hidden from the human eye. It s used by banks and lending institutions to determine the likelihood of you paying back what you borrow (and how much interest they should charge). As a result, it is impossible to "opt-out" of having a credit score in this day and age. For example, if someone has never paid off their debt and has no other loans or cards open, then it will be harder for them to qualify for a mortgage or car loan due to a low credit score. In recent months, they have also made their presence known in the automotive, utilities and retail sectors. Smart Spaces are both physical and digital locations where sensors can be used for a diverse range of purposes. The analytics garnered from these spaces alone are extremely valuable to commerce. After working 8 hours a day and spending another two hours in traffic, the last thing most people want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. With smart appliances, you can cut your time in the kitchen in half. Not only can you set up an automated cooking schedule for your crock pot, oven, or air fryer, but you can also automate some of the cleanings. A Quick History On Artificial Intelligence AI has been around for quite some time, in fact, the term was coined back in the mid-1950s. In recent years artificial intelligence and machine learning have moved to the forefront as the technology has become more useful in all industries. What is AI? AI enables machines to learn from information as well as experience.