10 Tech Events of 2021 That Will Shape the Future

When the world shifted to working, learning and doing everything from home for a prolonged period, timetables for future technology adoption were accelerated. After years of dragging their metaphorical feet, businesses everywhere had to finally become digital to meet the overnight shifts in customer and employee needs and expectations. With that in mind, let's take a look at 10 technology-related events of the past year that will reshape the trajectory of businesses and markets for years to come. There's a new type of consumer out there--who I call "Generation Novel"--born out of the disruption of the novel coronavirus. Due to many months of lockdown, consumers had to learn how to become digital-first in basically all aspects their lives--including the way they work, learn, buy, relax, and connect with friends and loved ones.