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2010-2020 Computer Technology Progression
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Cryptocurrency
Invention: Cryptocurrency (Bitcoin being the first)
Inventor: Satoshi Nakamoto (pseudonymous)
Description: Bitcoin was proposed in 2008, but it gained prominence in the early 2010s. The first real-world Bitcoin transaction was 10,000 BTC for two pizzas in 2010. Cryptocurrencies provide decentralized, secure, and borderless transactions. They offer an alternative form of currency, facilitating faster and cheaper cross-border transactions, and serving as a store of value. -
CRISPR-Cas9
Year: 2012
Invention: CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology
Inventors: Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier
Description: CRISPR-Cas9 revolutionized genetic engineering by providing a precise and efficient tool for editing DNA. It has enhanced our lives by enabling targeted modifications in the genomes of various organisms, offering potential treatments for genetic diseases and advancements in agriculture. -
Tesla Autopilot
Year: 2014
Invention: Tesla Autopilot system
Inventor: Tesla, with Elon Musk's leadership
Description: Tesla Autopilot is an advanced driver-assistance system that uses sensors and AI to enable semi-autonomous driving. It has enhanced road safety, increased convenience for drivers, and represents a significant step towards the development of fully autonomous vehicles. -
Tensor Processing Unit (TPU)
Year: 2016
Invention: Tensor Processing Unit (TPU)
Inventor: Google
Description: TPUs are specialized hardware accelerators designed for machine learning tasks. They have enhanced our lives by significantly speeding up the training and execution of artificial neural networks, contributing to advancements in machine learning and AI applications. -
GPT-3 by OpenAI
Year: 2020
Invention: OpenAI GPT-3 (Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3)
Inventor: OpenAI
Description: GPT-3 is a powerful language model that can understand and generate human-like text. It has enhanced our lives by enabling advancements in natural language processing, machine translation, content generation, and various applications in creative writing, customer service, and more. GPT-3 was the foundation for GPT-3.5, which was released in November 2022, and is now used by many.