Improved Technologies Generation Beta May Experience
The start of 2025 marked the beginning of Generation Beta. Any babies born between 2010-2025 were considered Generation Alpha, but any babies born after 31st December 2024 will be called Generation Beta for the next 15 years.
Given the technological revolutions going on, it is very likely that Generation Beta will experience all the technological advances that we have only dreamed of. Here are some technological innovations that the Generation Alpha may experience.
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We recently saw the advent of Artificial Intelligence in the forms of ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot. However, it should be taken into account that the versions we currently have are the tip of the iceberg; there is a lot more to improve in these Artificial Intelligence models.
Generative AI will likely dominate most industries in the coming years, which will make things a lot easier and more convenient for Generation Beta. Generative AI helps create nearly human-like content, so you can imagine how much easier life it will make for everyone. Generative AI is capable of creating content in the form of text, images, and audio, which can help in fields like design automation and interactive experiences.
Generative AI can also help in revolutionizing business approaches. This includes problem-solving, customer engagement, and creative processes. For instance, Xfinity is an Internet Service Provider. Xfinity Assistant is a tool that uses AI to help customers with accounts and billing. Moreover, Xfinity’s voice control platform can interpret customers’ commands. Who knows, maybe one day, people will be able to talk to a robot on call for all their queries and issues. However, while AI-driven support will continue to grow, human support will never become irrelevant. Therefore, Xfinity customer service will remain essential to solve complex issues.
Biotechnology in the Healthcare Industry
Ongoing discoveries and research will make it possible to achieve the impossible in the upcoming years, which is something that Generation Beta can look forward to. These discoveries include medical industries like genetic engineering, personalized medicine, and stem cell research.
For instance, improvement in gene editing technologies like the CRSIPR-Cas9 may make it possible to correct gene disorders even before babies are born! This can reduce the risk of genetically passed diseases, such as muscular dystrophy or cystic fibrosis. It may not only help tackle diseases but other genetic conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Research in regenerative medicine, such as stem cells, can make it possible to “regrow” or regenerate parts of the body, eliminating the issue of organ availability for transplant patients. For now, all we can do is look forward to these technological advances.
Vehicle Automation
As of right now, there are a limited number of self-driving car models made by the leading automotive companies in the world. However, given the rate of development in the industry, there may come a time when all cars are self-driving. The robust AI abilities can help prevent accidents, making roads safer for not just drivers but also pedestrians.
Vehicle automation will also make traveling easier for people with a disability. The self-driving car will take them to places while eliminating the risk of any accidents. Automated cars can also help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, making them a more sustainable option than traditional cars.
5G Expansion
We’ve seen enough of 4G internet on our phones; now, it is 5G’s time to shine! 5G internet promises faster data download and upload speeds, wider coverage, and more connection stability, making mobile data better than it could ever be.
5G is also facilitating other technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, smart homes, and Augmented Reality (AR). 5G makes all of these possible, thanks to its low latency and high internet speeds.
Precision Agriculture
Over the past many years, agriculture has wasted a lot of resources. For instance, the excessive use of water results in waste of it. Similarly, the excessive use of nitrogenous compounds in fertilizers can lead to other problems, such as eutrophication or algal bloom, in which algae forms on water bodies and blocks sunlight, negatively affecting marine life.
With precision agriculture, it is possible to limit and optimize the use of resources to grow crops. The right technology will equip farmers to deduce whether they are under-watering or over-watering their crops. Similarly, the right scanners can help determine how much fertilizer is required in crops and in which areas. Technology can also reinforce already existing sustainable methods of farming, such as the drip irrigation method.
The Most Interesting Part
I saved the best part for last. In the next couple of years, we’ll see an improvement in existing Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies. There may be a time when people won’t have to go to malls and will be able to shop from home!