2023 Wrapped: What Happened in the Tech Industry this Year?

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2023 Wrapped: What Happened in the Tech Industry this Year??

2023 has proven to be a turbulent year in the technology industry. We saw huge advancements in AI, finance, and quantum computing, as well as breakthroughs in the metaverse and e-commerce to reshape social interactions and consumer experiences. However, despite these advancements, cybersecurity breaches continued to persist, exposing critical data, ethical dilemmas around the use of AI surfaced and privacy concerns continued to escalate regarding data misuse.?

AI has continued to be a hot topic this year, with companies such as Google launching their most capable AI model yet and AWS announcing their AI tool - Amazon Q - to reimagine the future of work. OpenAI has continued to be the talk of the industry despite having had a rocky few weeks back in November with the ousting and reinstatement of CEO, Sam Altman, as ChatGPT turns one.?

Continue reading below for a reminder of some of the biggest stories to break this year, as well as access to all of our magazines, top 10 lists, top 100 lists, and a quick sneak peek at what’s install for Tech LIVE next year (hint - we’re going to be DOUBLING the fun in 2024!).

Top Stories This Year?

Google Unveils Gemini, its Largest and Most Capable AI Model

谷歌 recently announced the much-anticipated launch of Gemini, its largest and most capable AI model. According to Google, Gemini has sophisticated multi-modal capabilities, being able to master human-style conversations, language and content, as well as understand and interpret images, code, drive data and analytics, and be used by developers to create new AI apps and APIs.

Read more here. ?

Sam Altman Reinstated as OpenAI CEO After Weekend of Turmoil

After a turbulent few days in the AI sector, Sam Altman returned to OpenAI as CEO, after being ousted by the company’s board of directors. The decision for him to return came after the company’s workforce of 750 signed an open letter threatening to leave the organisation unless the board reinstated Altman and then resign themselves afterward.

Read more here. ?

The AI Safety Debate: Proposed EU AI Act Guidelines Released

The European Union (EU) has released its initial proposals for the EU AI Act, which aims to see all types of AI developed and deployed responsibly. The draft regulations aim to ensure that AI systems are safe and respect the rights of people, in addition to giving out fines for those who break the new rules.

Read more here. ?

The Top 10 Biggest Innovations of 2023?

From breakthroughs in quantum computing to advances in AI large language models, in 2023, the technological landscape has been dramatically changed by a series of groundbreaking innovations. Take a look at 10 of the leading innovations from this last year.

Read more here. ?

Discover Our Recent Top 10 Lists

Our top 10 lists aim to recognise and celebrate the top companies, leaders, tools, and associations within the technology industry.??

We’ve covered topics from the Top 10 Chief Data Officers and the Top 10 Metaverse Companies to the Top 10 Sports and Technology Partnerships and the Top 10 Super Apps.?

Discover our top 10 lists here. ?

Take a Trip Back Down Memory Lane

Check out some of our magazines from this year for exclusive reports, insightful interviews, deep dives into industry trends, and much more.

Including interviews with Amazon Web Services (AWS) , 微软 , IBM , and more.

Read all our 2023 editions here. ?

Seeing Double??

This year we hosted another successful Tech LIVE Virtual and we’re excited to let you know that next year we’re back for not one, but TWO events!?

1. Tech & AI LIVE London - Coming to a screen near you on the 21st of May 2024, Tech & AI LIVE London will gather acclaimed technology executives from the world's biggest companies such as DXC Technology , 爱立信 , and NetApp , to deliver exclusive and engaging keynote presentations, high-energy panels, and much more. ?Register your interest for Tech & AI LIVE London here to be kept in the loop.?
2. Tech & AI LIVE New York - Streaming on the 20th of November 2024, Tech & AI LIVE New York will connect tech and AI leaders from across the United States of America. Watch acclaimed keynote speakers from companies such as 微软 , IBM , and 德勤 and take part as we host interactive discussions. Register your interest for Tech & AI LIVE New York here to be kept in the loop.??

P.S. Keep an eye on our socials too for more information early next year!?

Celebrating the Very Best of the Tech Industry

This year we researched and compiled another three top 100 supplements in our annual tradition of celebrating the best of the best within the industry. Our Top 100 Women, Companies, and Leaders highlight the amazing work being done within our industry and gives credit where credit's due.?

Discover our lists from 2023 here.

A Pivotal Year to Come

2024 marks a pivotal year in the industry where technology will continue to navigate transformative advancements while confronting critical societal and ethical challenges that remain at large.?

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