{"product_id":"trivergence-isbn-9781394226610","title":"Trivergence","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Breakthrough Introduction to The Next Phase of the Digital Age\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eTrivergence,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003eBob Tapscott,\u003c\/b\u003e writer, speaker, complex system designer, and former CIO introduces an exciting new concept in explaining how the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) will transform business and society. He explains the synergies between these technologies and the disruptive potential that they will offer, as well as the challenges and risks to making it happen. He offers an insightful guide through the difficult decisions that businesses and society must make to thrive in a new era where decisions will be difficult, and uncertainties abound.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou'll discover how and why AI's power is now exploding, its growth driven by smarter approaches to neural networks trained on a new hardware architecture that can derive its intelligence from ever more massive datasets. You'll also find:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscussions of the multiplicative and exponential power of trivergence on the core technologies discussed in the book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplorations of IoT's tendency to bring the physical world to life as it harnesses the capabilities of AI and the blockchain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow trivergence morphs Big Data into something new he calls “Infinite Data”, where thinking machines consider trillions of data points to generate their own content, value, and perspectives without programmed code or human intervention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fresh and innovative guide, rich with case stories, on how the most critical technologies of this new phase in the digital age are combining to drive business transformation, \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e will become a critical handbook for forward-looking leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of cutting-edge tech and business.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Introduction to the Era of Trivergence 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Trivergence 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Glimpse of the Chapters Ahead 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Trivergence Technologies 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Enablers of the Era of Trivergence 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplications and Implications 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Artificial Intelligence 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Evolution of AI 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Will AI Surpass Human-Level Intelligence? 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Will AI Transform Society? 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArtificially Intelligent Government 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAI-Powered Transportation 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAI-Enabled Entertainment and the Arts 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Animating the Physical World 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Global Network for Planetary Monitoring and Conservation 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTackling Deforestation with the IoT 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe IoT and Final Frontier of Ocean Exploration 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe IoT Meets the Urban Environment 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Robotic Future: From Industrial Automation to Robot Swarms 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging the IoT 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Blockchain 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Blockchain Is Powering Transparent Global Supply Chains 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlockchain for Public Good 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting Land Registries on the Blockchain 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstonia’s Blockchain Revolution 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolving Global Challenges 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rise of Web3 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecentralization 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUser Control and Ownership 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCensorship Resistance 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInteroperability 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNew Economic Models 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNFTs for Christmas 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Future of Blockchains 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Walking on a Cloud 87\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Cloud Was Inevitable 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Cloud’s Big Three 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCloud Growth Is Explosive 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Cloud, the Future of Computing, and the Trivergence 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Big Data to Infinite Data 105\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Explosion of New Data: The Food for AI 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding the Infrastructure for Infinite Data 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScience’s Infinite Data Revolution 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMapping the Universe 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rise of Big Genomics 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for Infinite Data 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInfinite Data and the Era of Self-Sovereign Identities 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking Free of Our Digital Landlords 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 The Trivergence in Action 125\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergence and the Future of Healthcare 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergence and the Future of Agriculture 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergent Food: From the Field to the Supermarket Shelf 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRise of the Digital Farm: Accelerating Innovation in the Global Food System 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergence and the Future of Transportation 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet Ready for Trivergence-Driven Disruption 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Challenges of the Era of Trivergence 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnological Challenges 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Integrity 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Trivergence Trilemma 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInteroperability 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware Limitations and Risks 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocial Challenges 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeculation and Hype 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrivacy 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGovernance 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccess and Inclusivity 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 The Executive Guide to the Era of Trivergence 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Organizational Readiness 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Business Objectives and Opportunities 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Existing Infrastructure 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssess the Digital Skills and Attitudes of Your Workforce 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeliberating Key Considerations 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Risks and Trade- Offs 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssess Costs and Resource Requirements 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluate Potential Benefits 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWeigh the Risks Against the Benefits 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafting a Trivergence-Focused Business Strategy 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 1: Define Phases and Milestones 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 2: Allocate Resources and Establish Timelines 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 3: Monitor Key Performance Indicators 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 4: Implement and Evaluate 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 5: Iterate, Optimize, Repeat 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Opportunities for Collaboration 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttend Conferences and Events 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoin Industry Consortia or Associations 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParticipate in Open Innovation Initiatives 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFostering a Culture of Innovation 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTune Your Change Management Strategy 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProvide Learning and Development Opportunities 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRe-evaluate Incentive Structures 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeading in the Era of Trivergence 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Trivergence and Our Digital Future 201\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Perils of the Trivergence 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Weaponization of Trivergence 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJobs and Prosperity 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Happens to Infinite Data? 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergence and Bias 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUndermining Our Concepts of Truth and Reality 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Trivergence and People 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrivergence and You 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 231\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBOB TAPSCOTT’s\u003c\/b\u003e extensive background as a CIO, a speaker and as a consultant in successfully developing and implementing disruptive strategies from concept through systems design and implementation includes the training, organizational restructuring, and workflow redesign required to deliver, measure and improve overall corporate performance and customer satisfaction. His strong analysis, communication, mathematical, and leadership skills and out of the box thinking have ensured his success as an agent of change for his pedigreed clients. Bob’s background in developing and deploying complex systems from nuclear power reactor maintenance to Wall Street derivatives, to flying commercial aircraft by computer has emphasized the prudent mitigation of risk.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe intersection of today’s emerging technologies are generating more questions than answers. But one of the most foundational is one we rarely consider: How are we to navigate a new world where Moore’s Law no longer acts as a speed limit on the development of technologies with surprising capabilities?  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e, we discover how AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things are ushering in a new digital age. Through it celebrated writer, speaker, and IT strategist Bob Tapscott delivers a comprehensive and accessible guide to the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The book explains how to navigate the difficult decisions that business and society must make to thrive in a new era where uncertainties outnumber certainties by a thousand to one.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou’ll discover how and why AI’s power is exploding—driven by smarter and bigger approaches to neural networks—and how that increase is itself being multiplied by new hardware architectures made possible by blockchain mining and cloud-based parallel processors. You’ll also find out how the convergence of these factors brings together thinking machines that can learn, generate ideas and create value from trillions of data points on their own.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTrivergence \u003c\/i\u003ealso examines how the Internet of Things is bringing the physical world to life by integrating blockchain technology to create billions of smart devices capable of conducting transactions and behaving like economic units.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for executives, directors, managers, and other business leaders interested in the future of technology and how it will shape our organizations and our world, \u003ci\u003eTrivergence \u003c\/i\u003eis a must-read for anyone seeking fresh, new insights into the groundbreaking new technologies combining into exciting new possibilities.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for TRIVERGENCE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Drawing from my experience as an IBM Fellow and creator of AI and Blockchain technologies, I see \u003ci\u003eTrivergence \u003c\/i\u003eby Bob Tapscott as a critical, reflective journey into the synergies of AI, blockchain, and IoT. This book brilliantly charts the course of these technologies, offering a unique perspective on their potential to reshape our world. An indispensable read for leaders and thinkers in the digital age.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Jerry Cuomo, IBM Fellow and Industry voice on AI and Blockchain\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book should become the CIO’s handbook for success in leveraging change for the global digital ecosystem.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Dave Brajkovich, Chief Technology Officer, Polaris Transportation Group\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e, Tapscott brilliantly articulates the synergistic relationship among these exponential technologies, highlighting their collective potential to revolutionize business and society. Coupled with a nuanced understanding of the challenges and risks involved, he provides an essential roadmap for navigating this new era of technological advancement. A thought provoking read and a clarion call for innovators to harness these technologies responsibly and creatively for a better future.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Carlos Moreira, CEO WISeKey\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e, Bob Tapscott has introduced a fresh new idea. The combination of AI, blockchain and the IoT will be a powerful innovation trifactor that will be key in driving success for the next period in business history. Smart CIOs and leaders everywhere should feast on this book.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Debbie Gamble, Chief Innovation and New Ventures Officer, Interac Corp\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Following Don and Alex Tapscott’s seminal \u003ci\u003eBlockchain Revolution\u003c\/i\u003e, and Alex’s timely 2023 book \u003ci\u003eWeb3\u003c\/i\u003e, now Bob Tapscott joins in, elucidating the big picture with \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e, offering new ideas and immediate implications for every company or government organization. A must-read!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Florent Thévenin, Founder \u0026amp; CEO, Blockchain North\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Love the name \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e. I’d watch the movie! The book is a great explanation of three intersecting and critical transformational technologies: AI – IoT – Blockchain. I believe a must-read handbook for executives amidst their digital transformation.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Ibrahim J Gedeon, Chief Technology Officer, Telus\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTrivergence \u003c\/i\u003ewill be enormously helpful for business leaders as well as those of us in government working to apply new technologies for innovation and efficiency. A great read!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Liz Tanner, Secretary of Commerce, The State of Rhode Island\u003c\/b\u003e  \"In \u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e, Bob Tapscott explains how the convergence of technology will drive innovation and success for the next period in business history. Tapscott has put the human (and the reader) in the center of all of these continuously ground breaking technologies. At the end of the day, it's people working together leveraging this ecosystem of tech, that can create better outcomes for our planet and for us.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e―Susan Doniz, Chief Information and Data Analytics Officer, The Boeing Company\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eTrivergence\u003c\/i\u003e! Why didn't someone else think of this? This profound new concept, may well find its place in business hall of fame with terms like The Singularity, Cloud Computing, Mass Collaboration, Outsourcing, Wikinomics, and Big Data.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e―Hunter Muller, CEO of HMG Strategy and host of the Global Innovation Summit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990414541029,"sku":"NP9781394226610","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394226610.jpg?v=1761787734","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/trivergence-isbn-9781394226610","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}