9 New Tech Trends For 2022

TPI Staff December 17, 2021

538 7 minutes read

Technology and its ever-evolving nature have been a boon for mankind leading to progress and development in every sphere of life. The stage of development that the human race is living in today is because of the rapid advancement of technology. New tech trends have brought about efficiency and improved quality of work in almost every sector ranging from manufacturing, health, education, agriculture, entertainment to daily life activities among others. Since the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the world, the meaning of technology and how it can be used to serve mankind have changed drastically. Tech professionals have also realized that in today’s world “contactless” is the most relevant development. The job of IT professionals has become more dynamic than ever leading them to constantly evolve, change and progress.

If you are someone interested in the tech world who is thrilled by innovations then these are the 9 new tech trends for 2022 that you should be eyeing:

Cyber Security
5G
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Blockchain
Internet of Things (IoT)
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Quantum Computing
Edge Computing
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Cyber Security

Cyber security is the wing of technology that deals with securing computers, mobiles, networks, data, servers, etc. which could be attacked to leak information. Professionals in the field of cyber security will be valued as long as there is a need to defend systems from hackers who keep getting through security measures. A career in this field is rewarding as the rate of cybercrime continues to grow.

Job roles that a cyber security professional is offered include Network Administrator, Cyber Security Analyst/ Manager, Ethical Hacker, Security Engineer, Chief Security Officer, etc.
According to Payscale, the average base salary of cybersecurity professionals in India is 6 – 8 LPA. This varies depending on the job role and years of experience.
At the entry level, professionals can expect to earn somewhere around 500,000 INR.
Some of the top institutions in India offering courses in cybersecurity are Calicut University Kerala, NIELIT Delhi, Amity University Jaipur, Brainware University Kolkata, HITS Chennai, NSHM Knowledge Campus Kolkata, etc.
Popular degree programs in the field of cybersecurity include BE in Cybersecurity, BSc in Cybersecurity, BTech in Cybersecurity, MSc in Cybersecurity, MTech in Cyber Security, and Diploma in Cyber Security.

Read – Set for an engineering stream? Know how to pick the right stream

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about a revolutionary change in the world in the last decade. AI involves the simulation of human intelligence with computer systems. Applications of AI include speech recognition, language processing, image superiority, navigation apps, smartphone assistants, etc. Machine learning is a subset of AI that is used in all kinds of industries. It refers to the development of computer systems that learn and adapt without following instructions.

With the advancement of data science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning have become one of the most lucrative career options in India.
To secure an entry-level job in this field, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Mathematics, etc.
Top BE colleges in Maharashtra are IIT Bombay, Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT), Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), College of Engineering (COEP) Pune, Terna Engineering College, etc.
For securing senior-level jobs in research and development, a master’s or Ph.D. degree is required.
Professionals already in the IT field can upgrade to an AI job by enrolling in an AI certification course.
AI and Machine Learning help you secure high-profile jobs like AI Engineer, AI Research Scientist, AI Architect, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, etc.
The average salary of AI and Machine Learning professionals in India is 18 – 20 LPA.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the physical devices embedded with software, technology, and sensors that facilitate connecting and exchanging data with other devices over the internet. Sectors that benefit from the Internet of Things (IoT) include automotive, transportation, manufacturing, logistics, retail, healthcare, public sector, etc. Currently, IoT is one of the most productive industries to work in offering an authoritative job role involving innovations. You will have the opportunity to build from scratch and introduce your ideas to the world.

Aspirants interested in the field of IoT can earn a certificate, diploma, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree.
The commonly awarded degrees in India in this field are BTech, BE, BCA, BSc, MTech, ME, MCA, MSc, etc.
Top BE colleges in Maharashtra such as BITS Pilani, Lovely Professional University, Vellore Institute of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Osmania University, etc. offer degrees in the Internet of Things (IoT).
Certificate courses in IoT can be a valuable addition to your skillset and can be taken online at the comfort of your home.
You will get to learn about data analytics, basics of AI and machine learning, networking, automation, information security among other concepts.
IoT professionals have an average earning potential of 8 – 10 LPA per year.
Common job roles offered to IoT professionals include IoT Engineer, IoT Product Manager, Data Scientist, Database Designer, Application Architect, IoT Cloud Engineer, etc.

The world today heavily relies on the internet using 3G and 4G technologies which are soon going to be updated to 5G services. Big companies such as Apple, Mi, Nokia, Qualcomm have already launched devices compatible with 5G services to get an edge over other telecom companies. The 5th generation cellular network is expected to launch worldwide by the end of 2021. Service providers like Bharti Airtel and Huawei already claim to be a 5G ready network followed by almost 50 other operators ready to offer services in 30 countries around the world. The 5G network is expected to deliver 100 times faster data speed than the existing 4G network.

BlockChain

Blockchain refers to the system of recording data that you cannot change or hack but only add to. It can be referred to as a digital ledger wherein transactions do not have to be validated. Also, there is no requirement for a third party to maintain or overlook transactions.

To work in fields related to blockchain and its applications, you need to have knowledge of programming languages, fundamentals of OOPS, data structures, networking, app development, etc.
Courses in blockchain technology are offered by various institutions such as Indian Blockchain Institute Hyderabad, Amity Future Academy Mumbai, Kerala Blockchain Academy, GTA Academy Gurugram, Indian Cyber Solutions Kolkata among others.
Blockchain developers can work as risk analysts, crypto community managers, tech architects, etc.
The average annual salary of blockchain developers is 7 – 9 LPA in India.

Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) – 2 technology trends enhancing user experience. While the former immerses the user in a virtual environment, the latter enhances the environment. So far this technology has been used in gaming but further, it has become a part of training in the U.S. Navy, army, coast guard, ship captains. The scope of VR and AR will expand into various sectors such as education, training, marketing, entertainment, health, etc. There is not much training required for landing a job in VR and AR. Knowledge of basic programming will help you find a job.

Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is a branch of computing that deals with computer technology based on quantum phenomena such as superposition and quantum entanglement. This technology has been immensely helpful in the prevention of COVID-19 and the development of vaccines using its functions to inquire, monitor, analyze and act on data. It is also very useful in the banking sector to analyze credit risk, detect frauds and manage high-frequency trading. Some top producers of regular computers such as Microsoft, Google, Honeywell, etc. are also making developments in the field of quantum computing.

This tech trend requires individuals to be experienced in quantum mechanics, linear algebra, probability, machine learning, and information theory.
Quantum computing courses in India are offered by several top tech institutions such as the Indian Institute of Science, Education, and Research, IIT Madras, Indian Statistical Institute, Calcutta University, etc.
The average salary of quantum computing professionals is around 7 – 9INR.

Edge Computing

Edge computing is one of the most emerging trends that fill in the deficiencies caused by cloud computing. In recent years, cloud computing has become conventional after the introduction of Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. However, with edge computing, you can have your data closer to where it is to be computed.

Edge computing removes the barrier of time, location, and connectivity.
The demand for edge computing is bound to increase as the use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices increase.
Courses in edge computing can be taken online through platforms like Udemy, Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, etc.
Software engineers are to benefit from the growth of edge computing and be employed as cloud architects, security architects, cloud engineers, cloud reliability engineers.

Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Robotic Process Automation is quite similar to AI and Machine Learning both of which are related to automating jobs. Robotic Process Automation is concerned with automating business processes such as reading applications, processing transactions, analyzing data, and even sending automated emails. Basically, it is a technology trend that replaces repetitive work done by people. While it replaces existing jobs, it also creates new ones.

RPA training in India is available onsite at UiPath Robotic Process Automation and RPA Training Institutes in Bangalore, Hyderabad, and online Nielit, Croma, Udemy, etc.
IT professionals interested in this new tech trend can secure jobs with good salary potential such as developer, business analyst, project manager, consultant, RPA architect, etc.
An RPA developer at the entry-level is expected to earn around 650,000 INR per annum which can go up to 11,00,000 INR with years of experience.

These trends are sure to offer a promising career in the future. If willing to join the tech world you must focus on adding these skills to your resume to be welcomed by top tech giants. By realizing the potential of these technologies and starting early you get the opportunity to be on board in early career stages and become successful in this world of evolving technologies.