New technologies
Advantages and disadvantages of Big Data
Big Data refers to the accumulation of an enormous amount of data for study. This sounds simple but the large volume of data that is generated minute by minute is what has made Big Data more than just a set of statistical techniques and digital tools for its study.
The potential of the Robotics industry
It would be wrong to say that robotics is a new sector in its exploration, so much so that since the late 70's, robots have been incorporated, firstly, in the automotive industry, and since then to date, the applications of robotics and the sectors where it is used have multiplied.
Switzerland, the pioneer in the application of Blockchain technology
Switzerland has been characterized by having issues such as education and technological innovation at the top of its agenda. Given the undeniable progress and expansion of Blockchain technology and its multiple applications, mainly cryptocurrencies, the Swiss government has chosen to give the green light to its adoption.
Mora advantages and disadvantages of 3D printing
Computer-aided printing, or simply 3D printing, has represented a solution for the field of design in all its branches. Thanks to this technology, the old techniques, practically handmade, have been replaced to produce prototypes of designs and scale models, even finished products for sale.
The importance of technology in education
In general terms it is simple, it refers to all technologies, software, hardware, applications, and platforms, designed to improve the experience in the teaching-learning process in educational institutions.
Applications and advances in robotics today
Due to the constancy of technological advances, robots have applications in medicine and nanotechnology, as well as in industries such as energy and automotive.
Cybersecurity: a growing industry
Cybercrime is on the rise, increasing the importance of cybersecurity and giving way to new investment opportunities and technological advancement.
Robotics at home: examples of robots designed to support us at home
Technology advances by long strides and robots come into our day to day to support and accelerate household tasks. Here are some examples of robotics for the home covering cleaning, cooking and outdoor maintenance.
Examples of artificial intelligence
With a growth of more than 154% between 2019 and 2020, artificial intelligence is shaping up to be a major investment opportunity between 2021 and 2025.
Humans and robots increase business productivity when they work together
Greater business productivity is achieved when robots are programmed to work in tandem with humans, rather than replacing them.
Cybersecurity: a megatrend with great growth potential.
Cybersecurity is an important issue of our time. For investors, it can represent an excellent long-term investment opportunity, as it is one of the mega-trends with the greatest growth potential in an increasingly digital environment.
The importance of security in digital media
Can we consider that the world is truly digitalized? What implications does it have for our behavior in terms of consumption? Connectivity or rather multi-connectivity is part of our reality in all environments. In an increasingly digitalized world, it is very important to reinforce our security when interacting with digital media.
The evolution of the payment methods
The new reality arising from Covid-19 has impacted the whole of society. For example, in many countries the new normal involves wearing a mask in public places and keeping a social distance. The way we pay for products or services has also been affected by the pandemic: many establishments began to recommend payment through electronic means, whether by card, digital applications or using contactless payment systems such as Google Pay or Samsung Pay.
Educational opportunities from home
In the last months, many people around the world have been forced to work from home. The "stay at home" phenomenon has given people the opportunity to organise their time between work and leisure in a way they could not do before, because of their day-to-day pace of activities. For many, this period at home has also become an opportunity for educating themselves.
Benefits from robotics applied to medicine
In recent years, robotics applied to medicine has made great progress. There are several medical specialities, especially surgical ones, which have benefited from the use of increasingly precise robots with greater possibilities for diagnosis and treatment of several diseases.
Humans and robots increase business productivity when they work together
Greater business productivity is achieved when robots are programmed to work in tandem with humans, rather than replacing them.
Cybersecurity: The importance of protecting our data
The flow of personal data generated by these new technologies may leave our privacy exposed, meaning the concept of cybersecurity is increasingly critical.
5 latest-generation tech products that you can't do without
Just like BBVA provides you with the best financial solutions, this article will showcase the best latest-generation tech products to be found on the market.
Towards a New Enlightenment? A Transcendent Decade
OpenMind, BBVA's knowledge community, has presented its eleventh book: Towards a New Enlightenment? A Transcendent Decade.
The importance of big data
In one single minute, we are generating 1.8 terabytes of files in the cloud, 11 million instant messages and over 160 million emails
Infographics: The importance of big data
Learn the importance of big data.
BBVA, the only major bank among the 100 digital pioneers in Europe
BBVA has been recognized by the Financial Times (FT), Google and a panel of leading European policy makers as one of the 100 digital pioneers in Europe. BBVA is the only major bank included in a special report from the Financial Times, ‘Europe’s Road to Growth,’ because of its innovative use of new technologies, as well as the cultural shift that the company has undertaken.
Keys to the development of smart cities
The world faces multiple global challenges. From sustainable development of smart cities to democratization, there are many unique opened questions related to the future of humanity specially related to the global urbanization and its infrastructure.
What benefits does artificial intelligence have for the investor?
Artificial Intelligence is making strides as a disruptive element in many areas of our daily lives, or at least, as a tool that simplifies and improves many of our habitual processes. We analyze what benefits this impressive technology has for the investor.
Artificial intelligence: what is and how we face it
We speak of “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) when we refer to those machines or devices that are equipped with an intelligence similar to that of human beings. This term was used for the first time by the computer expert John McCarthy in 1956 and, despite the earliness of the announcement and the time that has passed, it is still not very common to find in our current environment.
Switzerland and its path to the digitization of private banking
In a fast-paced world, Swiss financial institutions are well-prepared to lead the transformation of the finance industry, particularly in private banking, where they are a clear reference in the world. The combination of accumulated experience, talent and availability of capital are decisive factors to facilitate this change.
What does a company need in order to be successful in this new digital environment?
The keys a company needs to be successful in the digital environment: raw material—data—and the other two are human factors—intelligence and innovation. Article written by Elena Alfaro, Head of Customer Solutions Analytics & Open Innovation, and Juan Murillo, Head of Analytics Dissemination and Data for Social Good at BBVA Data & Analytics.
BBVA Open Talent: Creating opportunities and transforming the banking industry
At BBVA we have upped the pace in order to build the advances in digital technology, necessary to enable our clients to take the best financial decisions ever, into our business model. We are creating opportunities and offering solutions through innovative products and services that are disruptive on the financial market.
