This year, hype around AI really exploded, and so did concerns about AI's environmental footprint. We also saw some surprising biotech developments. It's been a busy and productive year here at . We published magazine issues on power, creativity, innovation, bodies, relationships, and security . We hosted 14 exclusive virtual conversations with our editors and outside experts in our subscriber-only series, Roundtables, and held two events on MIT's campus. And we published hundreds of articles online, following new developments in computing, climate tech, robotics, and more.

Tomorrow's technologies continue to be foremost in the minds of today's Profit readers, as our demonstrated by our list of most popular stories this year. And IT isn't the only sector being revolutionized by autonomous capabilities. Here, learn more about the benefits of autonomous technology and how it's transforming companies in multiple industries, and find out how your company can get ahead of the curve. "Our list of most-read articles proves that Profit readers are deepening their understanding of how technologies such as AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things can help their companies stay competitive," says Profit editor in chief Aaron Lazenby. "Profit's team of writers and experts is committed to staying ahead of the trends and providing insights on these exciting, still-new technologies."

There remains a lot of hype about artificial intelligence in healthcare – the potential is very much there, but the reality is the industry is a while away from AI algorithms transforming everyday care. One reason for this is that most hospitals are still on a journey of updating their tools and processes for the digital age. Pagers and fax machines remain a common fixture in even the most digitally mature healthcare organizations. But that's all changing, and it's happening faster than you can say "Hey, Siri." This special project looks at the areas where AI, machine learning and cognitive computing are already driving major gains, highlighting case studies, thought leadership and best practices that can help healthcare move AI beyond science fiction for good.