A Breakthrough Introduction to The Next Phase of the Digital Age
In Trivergence, Bob Tapscott, 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.
You'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:
* Discussions of the multiplicative and exponential power of trivergence on the core technologies discussed in the book
* Explorations of IoT's tendency to bring the physical world to life as it harnesses the capabilities of AI and the blockchain
* How 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
A 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, Trivergence will become a critical handbook for forward-looking leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of cutting-edge tech and business.
Praise for TRIVERGENCE
"Drawing from my experience as an IBM Fellow and creator of AI and Blockchain technologies, I see Trivergence by 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."
--Jerry Cuomo, IBM Fellow and Industry voice on AI and Blockchain
"This book should become the CIO's handbook for success in leveraging change for the global digital ecosystem."
--Dave Brajkovich, Chief Technology Officer, Polaris Transportation Group
"In Trivergence, 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."
--Carlos Moreira, CEO WISeKey
"In Trivergence, 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."
--Debbie Gamble, Chief Innovation and New Ventures Officer, Interac Corp
"Following Don and Alex Tapscott's seminal Blockchain Revolution, and Alex's timely 2023 book Web3, now Bob Tapscott joins in, elucidating the big picture with Trivergence, offering new ideas and immediate implications for every company or government organization. A must-read!"
--Florent Thévenin, Founder & CEO, Blockchain North
"Love the name Trivergence. 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."
--Ibrahim J Gedeon, Chief Technology Officer, Telus
"Trivergence will 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!"
--Liz Tanner, Secretary of Commerce, The State of Rhode Island
