{"id":371747,"date":"2024-12-19T10:29:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T10:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/?p=371747"},"modified":"2024-12-19T10:29:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T10:29:20","slug":"tech-trends-that-changed-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/tech-trends-that-changed-2024","title":{"rendered":"10 Tech Trends That Changed Our Lives in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>2024 was a big year for technology, bringing major changes to how we live, work, and stay connected. New developments in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/190\/artificial-intelligence-ai\">artificial intelligence<\/a> (AI), faster and more powerful computers, immersive experiences, such as virtual reality, and advances in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/experts\/what-is-sustainable-technology\">sustainable tech<\/a> showed how fast technology is moving forward.<\/p>\n<p>As we head into 2025, let&#8217;s take a look back at the top 10 tech trends that defined 2024.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h2><span id=\"key_takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Although GenAI was already popular, in 2024, it became a tool that businesses and individuals used daily.<\/li>\n<li>Quantum computing, which had been a concept for many years, began to produce real results in 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Climate change and sustainability became key priorities in 2024, and the tech industry responded with green innovations.<\/li>\n<li>Space technology experienced significant advancements in 2024, particularly in lunar exploration and satellite technology.<\/li>\n<li>In 2024, health technology evolved as AI and machine learning helped doctors find diseases earlier and more accurately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div>\n    <section class=\"toc-sticky w-100 bg-white \">\n        <div class=\"toc-sticky__container container\">\n            <div class=\"toc-sticky__open d-flex align-items-end\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                 aria-controls=\"multiCollapse1\"\n                 data-bs-target=\"#multiCollapse1\">\n                <button\n                        class=\"btn btn-primary collapse-action-btn p-1 rounded-circle\"\n                        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https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Top-10-Tech-Trends-in-2024-1-1200x2437.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>1. Generative AI Became Part of Everyday Life<\/h3>\n<p>One of the top tech trends in 2024 was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/34633\/generative-ai\">generative AI<\/a> (GenAI). Although GenAI was already popular, in 2024, it became a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/best-ai-tools-for-starting-a-business\">tool that businesses<\/a> and individuals used daily.<\/p>\n<p>Advanced AI models, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/34933\/chatgpt\">ChatGPT<\/a>, were added to common tools, such as Microsoft Office and social media apps. This made it easier and faster to create images, videos, text, and code.<\/p>\n<p>Businesses used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/benefits-of-generative-ai-for-smbs\">GenAI to make their marketing better<\/a>, automate customer service, and give customers more personalized experiences. For creative people, such as writers, designers, and artists, AI has become a useful tool to bring their ideas to life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aparna Khurjekar, chief revenue officer, business markets and SaaS for Verizon Business<\/strong>, told Techopedia:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;From developing marketing emails and engaging with current and prospective customers to leveraging AI-powered chatbots on their websites as well as answering and expediting customer issues, the barrier to entry for utilizing GenAI has never been lower. And the opportunity to see immediate benefits has never been easier.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>However, people have become more concerned about false information, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/detect-deepfakes-tips\">fake content<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/ai-ethics\">ethical use of AI<\/a>. In response to these concerns, many countries have implemented <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/2024-is-the-year-of-ai-regulation\">regulations<\/a> to ensure that everyone uses AI responsibly.<\/p>\n<h3>2. The Rise of Agentic AI<\/h3>\n<p>While generative AI focused on creating content, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/why-agentic-ai-is-the-next-big-deal\">agentic AI<\/a> took it a step further and will remain one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/top-tech-trends\">top tech trends in 2025<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Agentic AI systems were built to work on their own, solve problems, and make decisions without needing human help. For example, businesses used agentic AI for a variety of tasks, including planning supply chains, enhancing operations, and improving processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Priyanka Kharat, vice president of product and engineering at ScienceLogic<\/strong>, told Techopedia:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;Agentic AI will enable IT teams across all industry verticals to reimagine complex operations by breaking them down as goals that will be planned, adapted, and taken through decisive actions autonomously, with minimal human intervention.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Personal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/can-ai-virtual-assistants-solve-all-our-problems\">AI assistants<\/a> also got smarter and could do such things as schedule appointments, analyze data, plan trips, and even manage home energy use.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Quantum Computing Began to Deliver<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/quantum-computing\">Quantum computing<\/a>, which had been just an idea for many years, began to produce real results in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>Companies, including Google, IBM, and new startups, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/top-quantum-computing-companies\">made big advances<\/a> that let quantum computers solve problems that had been too difficult for regular computers. And organizations in certain industries, such as pharmaceuticals and materials science, used quantum computing to speed up the process of studying chemical reactions and developing new materials.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Srikumar Ramanathan, chief solutions officer at Mphasis,<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/future-of-quantum-computing\">said<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;Despite significant strides in quantum hardware, software, and algorithms, scaling and achieving desired performance levels remain a work in progress,&#8221; Ramanathan says. &#8220;However, progress has been made in closing the talent gap, with a focus on developing quantum-enhanced workflows for practical applications.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>4. New Immersive Experiences<\/h3>\n<p>In 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/extended-reality-xr\">extended reality<\/a>, which includes virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, played a big role in creating realistic digital worlds. Many industries, such as retail, healthcare, and education, used XR to improve shopping, medical treatments, and learning.<\/p>\n<p>For example, medical students practiced surgeries using virtual reality, and online shoppers used augmented reality to see how furniture would fit in their homes or how clothes would look on them.<\/p>\n<p>In entertainment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/best-vr-games\">virtual reality gaming<\/a> got even better, offering lifelike graphics and more interactive experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, big tech companies, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/alphabet-stock-forecast\">Google<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/who-owns-the-most-meta-stock\">Meta<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/investing\/apple-stock-forecast\">Apple<\/a>, continued to invest in immersive technologies, creating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/25604\/virtual-world\">virtual worlds<\/a> where people could work, hang out, and team up in a more realistic and fun way.<\/p>\n<h3>5. 5G &amp; the Rise of 6G Networks<\/h3>\n<p>Another of the top tech trends in 2024 was the global rollout of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/5g-in-numbers-stats-reveal-future-of-connectivity\">5G networks<\/a>, which brought faster internet, lower latency, and better connectivity for billions of devices.<\/p>\n<p>This improved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/9927\/video-streaming\">streaming<\/a> and mobile device use while making IoT devices, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/teslas-robotaxi-all-you-need-to-know\">self-driving cars<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/smart-city\">smart cities<\/a> more common.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/6g-networks-what-you-need-to-know\">work on 6G networks continued<\/a>, with the goal of improving connectivity by the end of the decade. 6G is expected to enable holographic communications, more realistic XR experiences, and even faster AI systems.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Sustainable Tech Took Center Stage<\/h3>\n<p>Climate change and sustainability became key priorities in 2024, and the tech industry responded with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/why-green-innovation-in-hardware-and-software-must-go-faster\">green innovations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tech companies use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/top-innovations-in-green-data-centers\">clean energy to power data centers,<\/a> cutting carbon emissions. Improved battery technology has made storing wind and solar energy cheaper and more reliable.<\/p>\n<p>According to a recent report from the <a href=\"https:\/\/iea.blob.core.windows.net\/assets\/6b2fd954-2017-408e-bf08-952fdd62118a\/Electricity2024-Analysisandforecastto2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">International Energy Agency<\/a>:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;Record-breaking electricity generation from low-emissions sources \u2013 which includes nuclear and renewables such as solar, wind and hydro \u2013 is set to cover all global demand growth over the next three years.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/electric-vehicle-ev\">electric vehicles<\/a> became more efficient, affordable, and popular in 2024, and AI tools improved energy use in smart homes and buildings, reducing waste.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Advancements in Biotechnology &amp; Health Tech<\/h3>\n<p>In 2024, health technology made huge leaps forward. AI and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/8181\/machine-learning-ml\">machine learning<\/a> helped doctors find diseases earlier and more accurately. Wearable devices and health apps have become smarter, giving people instant updates on their health and fitness.<\/p>\n<p>Biotechnology breakthroughs, such as gene-editing technologies, allowed scientists to treat genetic diseases and improve cancer treatments.<\/p>\n<p>There was also an increase in personalized medicine as healthcare professionals used AI to study a person&#8217;s genes and create treatments just for them.<\/p>\n<p>Many countries have also adopted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/15362\/telemedicine\">telemedicine<\/a>, making it easier for people in underserved or remote locations to access healthcare.<\/p>\n<h3>8. Robotics &amp; Automation Transformed Industries<\/h3>\n<p>In 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/32836\/robotics\">robotics<\/a> continued to reshape industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and farming. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/tesla-optimus-robot-all-you-need-to-know\">Advanced robots<\/a> took on specialized jobs, such as putting together products in factories and picking crops on farms. In logistics, companies use self-driving robots in their warehouses to move goods, making work faster and cutting costs.<\/p>\n<p>Service robots have become more common in the hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors. For example, robots helped nurses care for patients, delivered meals in restaurants, and assisted customers in shopping malls, allowing workers to focus on more important jobs.<\/p>\n<p>Still, this trend caused people to worry about their jobs and what skills they would need to succeed in the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dr. Antonio Forte, a Senior Lecturer in Engineering at King&#8217;s College London (KCL)<\/strong>, told Techopedia:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;Robustness in task performance is something that will really dictate how well the robots can integrate into the environment and how fast they will meet acceptance from humans.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>9. Cybersecurity &amp; Digital Trust<\/h3>\n<p>As technology advanced, so did <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/top-cybersecurity-threats-and-how-to-protect-your-data\">cyber threats<\/a>. In 2024, cybersecurity became a top concern for businesses, governments, and people. New cyber risks appeared as the use of GenAI and quantum computing increased.<\/p>\n<p>To quickly spot and stop these attacks, cybersecurity companies developed advanced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/ai-and-cybersecurity-benefits-and-threats\">AI-driven security systems<\/a>, making it tougher for cybercriminals to succeed.<\/p>\n<p>Digital trust also became very important. People wanted to know how their data was being used and be sure it was handled securely. As a result, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/definition\/30246\/blockchain\">blockchain technology<\/a> became more popular because it could make transactions safer and build trust in certain industries, such as finance, healthcare, and supply chain.<\/p>\n<h3>10. Space Technology Soared to New Heights<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techopedia.com\/nasas-2024-tech-ai-robots-space-exploration\">Space technology<\/a> also became a major focus in 2024, with advances in satellite tech and lunar exploration. For example, Intuitive Machines successfully landed the first commercial lander on the Moon and began preparing for a second mission.<\/p>\n<p>SpaceX, a private company owned by Elon Musk, experienced significant growth, reaching a value of $350 billion, mainly because of the company&#8217;s reusable rockets and the growing success of the Starlink satellite internet service.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Europe launched the Iris project to compete with Starlink, while startups, such as Fleet Space, used satellites to find important minerals for clean energy.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"the_bottom_line\">The Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2024 was a big year for technology. Significant technological advancement changed how we live, work, and stay connected.<\/p>\n<p>New developments in artificial intelligence, immersive experiences, faster and more powerful computers, and advances in sustainable tech highlighted how quickly the world is evolving.<\/p>\n<p>These top tech trends of 2024 made life easier and more efficient while also creating new opportunities and challenges for the future.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"man_faq_sec\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"><\/time><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the biggest tech trend of 2024?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The biggest tech trend of 2024 is AI-powered agents, also called agentic AI. These systems can work on their own, make decisions, and adjust to new situations, making them smarter than older AI tools. They\u2019re being used in a number of areas, including customer support, process automation, and content creation, to help businesses work faster and more efficiently. <\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the new technology in 2024?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">In 2024, new technology focuses on generative AI that can create realistic text, images, and videos, as well as agentic AI that works on its own to solve tasks. There are also improvements in quantum computers, sustainable technologies, and better tools for augmented and virtual reality. <\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the biggest innovation in 2024?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The biggest innovation in 2024 is agentic AI, a type of AI that can make decisions and act on its own. Agentic AI helps businesses work faster by handling complex tasks without needing humans to guide it all the time. <\/p>\r\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<div class=\"reference-content\">\n<div class=\"reference-heading reference-content-collapsible-heading\">\n<h2><span id=\"references\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"reference-content-body\">\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/iea.blob.core.windows.net\/assets\/6b2fd954-2017-408e-bf08-952fdd62118a\/Electricity2024-Analysisandforecastto2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Electricity 2024 &#8211; Analysis and forecast to 2026<\/a> (Iea.blob.core.windows)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2024 was a big year for technology, bringing major changes to how we live, work, and stay connected. 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