Digital transformation
Digital transformation
Good Day! This is my weekly newsletter, with a dose of insights into the future. The topic of this newsletter is the exponential times we live in, hence the title of f(x) = e^x, which is the (natural) exponential function.
Recently, I launched my new concept The Digital Speaker and you can now book me as an avatar or hologram. Also, my tech trend prediction for 2021 is out, read it here!
Why Digital Transformation Has Become a Prerequisite for Success
My latest article:
Digital transformation is now a prerequisite for companies to maintain their competitive or leading position. Especially in these uncertain times, it has become apparent that digitisation is indispensable for companies if they want to be or remain successful. Successful organisations understand that only incremental improvements, i.e. doing digital, is not enough in the long term. But that transformational ad disruptive change, i.e. being digital, must be ensured.
Three Useful Nuggets of Information
My weekly tips from around the web to get you thinking.
1. AI also designs spacesuits.
NASA is working on new spacesuits for the moon and AI is helping engineering them. Generative algorithms are helping to develop the most optimal design. (Wired)
2. What is free speech, actually?
New rightwing free speech site Parler gets in a tangle over … free speech as it has to explain to its users what is and what is not allowed. Apparently, most people have no clue what free speech is. (The Guardian)
3. Also annoyed by Siri that is incorrectly triggered?
There are over a 1000 phrases that incorrectly trigger voice assistants. So, if you wish to live your life in peace, stop saying this. Or just disable your voice assistant. (Ars Technica)
Dr Mark van Rijmenam
Dr. Mark van Rijmenam, widely known as The Digital Speaker, isn’t just a #1-ranked global futurist; he’s an Architect of Tomorrow who fuses visionary ideas with real-world ROI. As a global keynote speaker, Global Speaking Fellow, recognized Global Guru Futurist, and 5-time author, he ignites Fortune 500 leaders and governments worldwide to harness emerging tech for tangible growth.
Recognized by Salesforce as one of 16 must-know AI influencers , Dr. Mark brings a balanced, optimistic-dystopian edge to his insights—pushing boundaries without losing sight of ethical innovation. From pioneering the use of a digital twin to spearheading his next-gen media platform Futurwise, he doesn’t just talk about AI and the future—he lives it, inspiring audiences to take bold action. You can reach his digital twin via WhatsApp at: +1 (830) 463-6967.
