The acceleration of the adoption of digital technologies in the last two years has been phenomenal. Technologies like automation, artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and the internet of things (IoT) are enriching our everyday lives and driving change in every sector. As the digitization and virtualization of business and society continues, more and more brands are
The coronavirus pandemic in 2020 has dramatically altered the way healthcare is practiced across the world. Even 2021 presented its own set of challenges for healthcare providers, such as divergent views on vaccines, powerful COVID-19 variants, lack of certain medical equipment. Amidst all the chaos, the healthtech industry managed to overcome all the difficulties by
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), traditional agriculture practices involving the use of synthetic fertilizers, monocultures, and chemical treatments, contribute to around one-quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. Prioritizing food production to fulfill its growing demands has taxed soil over the years and left farms less diverse, less healthy, and less resilient. Constant soil destruction
According to the International Energy Agency statistics, there has been a 5% increase in global electricity demand in 2021, half of which is being met by fossil fuels, notably coal. The sharp rise in the use of fossil fuels to generate electricity is expected to push carbon dioxide emission levels to record highs in 2022.
Rapid population growth and the emergence of megacities have led to increased building density and the proliferation of high-rise buildings in cities globally. Ensuring the safety of human and other assets has become difficult in such “vertical” cities, especially during natural/man-made disasters. As per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) statistics, house fires resulted in 2,650 deaths and USD6.9 billion worth
In the United States, every two seconds someone requires blood either for routine medical procedures or emergency situations. For patients suffering from acute and chronic medical conditions, blood transfusion is an indispensable component of healthcare capable of improving their life expectancy and overall quality of life. Approx. 29000 units of red blood cells, 5000 units of platelets, and 6500 units of plasma are
The global shortage of semiconductor chips has created immense distress as companies worldwide face challenges to meet the growing consumer demands for electronic goods and automobiles, and India is not immune to the global semiconductor crunch. Semiconductors are the ‘building block’ of billions of modern computing products, including smartphones, household appliances, life-saving pharmaceutical devices, data
The growing geriatric population and increasing prevalence of degenerative and chronic diseases have created a need for modern healthcare solutions that limit organ dysfunction and tissue degeneration. Regenerative medicine therapies focused on rejuvenation, regeneration, and replacement are changing how we think about medicine. Advances in cell therapies continue to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation, transforming
Modern mobility solutions are redefining the auto industry and making rapid innovation essential to create unique experiences that customers are demanding. The ever-growing emphasis on reducing emissions and ban on new gas-powered cars entering the marketplace are pushing OEMs to rapidly adopt innovative technologies for more affordable EV-centric portfolios. As per Edison Electric Institute’s recent predictions, EV
The unprecedented global economic crisis brought upon by the COVID-19 pandemic made the world realize that globalization is essential but being self-reliant is also important. Championing the call for “Made in India, Made for the world”, the government is taking steps in the right direction to create a self-sufficient nation. Addressing the insufficiencies and challenges
