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The Acceleration Megatrends

Instructor: Armida Ascano
Artificial Intelligence
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This module focuses on the Acceleration Pattern of Oppoortunity, which encompasses behavioral megatrends such as AI and Prosumerism. Acceleration is a pattern based in perfection and aspiration; it's about taking one key feature or component of an idea and hyper-focusing on it.

This ties to various consumer motivations, such as wanting to become the best version of oneself, or excitement around the fast pace of technology today. Explore case studies surrounding brands such as IBM, Lululemon, and Amazon.
Related Trend Report: Artificial Intelligence
Workshop Questions:
1. How are you leveraging technology to provide seamless service?
2. How are you supporting your consumer's desire to create?
3. What could change about your offering to ensure consumers feel proud to purchase from you?
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AI Touchpoint
Foodservice brands use assistive AI tech to improve customer touchpoints
Trend - Balancing the benefits of both AI assistance and face-to-face customer service interactions, F&B brands are improving efficiency with AI chatbots and assistants across smaller touchpoints in the customer journey--including virtual and phoned delivery inquiries and drive-thru ordering.
Workshop Question - In what area/s could your brand's customer journey be improved by AI assistants?
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Megatrends
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
Checkers Collaborates with Hi Auto to Streamline the Drive-Thru Experience
The drive-thru experience at QSR Checkers just got updated through a collaboration with Hi Auto. The partners deployed Spanish drive-through artificial intelligence (AI) voice technology at select... MORE
Voice-Based AI QSR Services
Voice-Based AI QSR Services
Valyant AI and Paerpay Tansform Drive-thru Experience with AI
In a strategic move to elevate the drive-thru experience, Valyant AI and Paerpay have announced a partnership aimed at integrating AI-driven services in the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector.... MORE
AI-Enabled Delivery Chatbots
AI-Enabled Delivery Chatbots
Uber Eats Launches an AI Chatbot to Help Improve User Experiences
Uber Eats is expected to launch a new artificial intelligence chatbot on its food delivery platform. The new chatbot is designed to bolster user engagement by offering tailored recommendations,... MORE
AI-Backed Grocery Deliveries
AI-Backed Grocery Deliveries
Instacart Introduces ChatGPT's Chatbot to its Grocery Shopping App
The grocery delivery app Instacart recently integrated OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot technology to enhance its platform. The chatbot will power a new search engine designed to address food-related... MORE
AI Novice
Artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent alongside services teaching the basics
Trend - As AI becomes more prevalent due to well-known apps such as ChatGPT, consumers feel a growing push to both understand and utilize the technology more confidently. New technologies can be intimidating, especially when the technology is one with such magnitude as artificial intelligence. These services aim to lower the barrier to entry.
Workshop Question - How can your brand develop services that demystify artificial intelligence and help consumers feel more confident in utilizing the technology?
6.4
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Megatrends
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Deutsch Telekom's Nine Guidelines Ensure Safe and Fair AI Use
Deutsche Telekom is one of the leading telecommunications companies in the world, with a presence in more than 50 countries and over 200 million customers. As a digital pioneer, Deutsche Telekom... MORE
AI Prompt-Writing Services
AI Prompt-Writing Services
PromptPal Generates Optimal Prompts for Specific Use Cases
PromptPal is a web-based platform that helps writers create engaging and original content using artificial intelligence. PromptPal allows users to choose from various genres, formats, and styles,... MORE
Question-Based Prompt Generators
Question-Based Prompt Generators
'Phraser' Uses a Questionnaire to Determine Optimal Prompts
‘Phraser’ is a collaborative, creative AI tool that helps users create prompts for various generative AI services, such as DALL-E 2 or Midjourney. The process of creating a prompt on... MORE
AI-Generated Keyword Suggestions
AI-Generated Keyword Suggestions
Reddit Releases 'Keyword Suggestions' Using AI-Powered Technology
Reddit’s new ‘Keyword Suggestions’ feature for generating relevant keywords according to Reddit’s monthly views. By using advanced machine learning technology, this feature... MORE
Smart Supplement
Health brands are using AI to create supplements and medications
Trend - Medical supplement and treatment companies are using artificial intelligence for the creation and testing of new supplements. The recipes are created through feeding AI large medical datasets, often including voluntary clinical trials. The resulting supplements are then tested and improved.
Workshop Question - How could your brand leverage artificial intelligence to streamline its business without sacrificing quality?
8.2
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Megatrends
AI-Supported Menopausal Treatment Services
AI-Supported Menopausal Treatment Services
Morrama Recently Debuted Its Luma Service Concept
The design agency Morrama is aiming to disrupt the world of menopausal treatment services with the Luma concept. This thought-provoking innovation proposal relies on a special artificial... MORE
AI-Backed Immunity Supplements
AI-Backed Immunity Supplements
Inhibinol™ Offers Natural protection "Driven by Science"
Skymount Medical and its partner, Louisiana State University (LSU), worked together to create Inhibinol™, a nutraceutical formulation that leverages artificial intelligence (AI). Using the DeepDrug MORE
AI-Backed Supplement Development
AI-Backed Supplement Development
Biomdrin's New Technology Pairs Optimal Ingredients Together
Biomdrin is a pharmaceutical company aiming to revolutionize supplement development by leveraging cutting-edge, artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Its AI tool is designed to create personalized,... MORE
AI-Designed Medical Trials
AI-Designed Medical Trials
Insilico Medicine is Trialing an AI-Backed Lung Disease Drug
In a groundbreaking development, Hong Kong researchers at biotechnology company Insilico Medicine are working on the first-ever clinical trials of a drug exclusively discovered and designed using... MORE
AI Policy
Businesses are implementing formal AI guidelines to ensure ethical workplace operations
Trend - Businesses across a variety of industries are debuting official artificial intelligence (AI) policies. These policies outline when and how AI should be used in workplaces to ensure that AI does not cause damage to the business in any way. This ensures AI is used optimally and productively.
Workshop Question - How could your company's workplace benefit from implementing formal AI guidelines?
7.2
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Automaker AI Use Policies
Automaker AI Use Policies
The Seven Principles for AI from BMW Outline Ethical Workplace AI
The BMW Group is a leading company when it comes to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and using it for the digital transformation of the automotive industry. The company uses AI throughout... MORE
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Workplace AI Use Frameworks
Deutsch Telekom's Nine Guidelines Ensure Safe and Fair AI Use
Deutsche Telekom is one of the leading telecommunications companies in the world, with a presence in more than 50 countries and over 200 million customers. As a digital pioneer, Deutsche Telekom... MORE
Voluntary AI Commitments
Voluntary AI Commitments
Amazon is Committed to Using AI Responsibly with Policymakers
Amazon is one of the world’s leading developers and deployers of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies through its AWS and other Amazon platforms. These tools have... MORE
Accountable Workplace AI Policies
Accountable Workplace AI Policies
Google's AI Principles Guide Ethical Use of AI Tools
Google has published seven principles to guide its work in AI development and use. These principles are meant to ensure that its AI products and services are developed and used responsibly, and that... MORE
Circadian Fridge
Brands are launching smart fridges that mimic the cycle of sunlight
Trend - Brands in the home appliance space are launching smart fridges with UV light-controlled crispers that mimic the sun cycle. These fridges extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables and ensure the foods retain as many vitamins as possible. This technology saves consumers money and time.
Workshop Question - What innovative methods can your brand explore to offer smart products that promote health and wellness among dedicated consumers?
6.4
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Megatrends
Food Preservation Fridges
Food Preservation Fridges
Beko's HarvestFresh Technology Mimics the 24-Hour Sun Cycle
Ahead of a day in April that supports environmental protection, Beko Home Appliances USA launched a new line of refrigerators dedicated to extending the life of fresh produce. The HarvestFresh... MORE
Energy-Saving Smart Fridges
Energy-Saving Smart Fridges
Dawlance's 'Vitamin Fresh' Technology Preserves Food Quality
Vitamin Fresh Technology is a feature of Dawlance refrigerators that preserves the freshness and nutritional value of fruits and vegetables for up to 20 days. It uses a combination of UV light,... MORE
play_circle_filled Sun-Mimicking Smart Fridges
Sun-Mimicking Smart Fridges
Defy's NatureLight Technology Extends the Shelf Life of Stored Food
‘NatureLight’ technology is an innovative feature that uses three colors of light (blue, green and red) to mimic the natural 24-hour sun cycle inside the fridge’s crisper drawer. This... MORE
Nutrient-Preserving Fridge Functions
Nutrient-Preserving Fridge Functions
Singer Bangladesh Unveils Fresh-O-Logy and NutriLock Fridges
Singer Bangladesh is introducing two new and innovative refrigerator technologies called Fresh-O-Logy and NutriLock. Serving as a prime example of the capabilities of modern technology, these... MORE
AI Management
Companies are using artificial intelligence to automate workplace operations
Trend - Companies across various industries are incorporating AI and robotics into their operations to improve efficiency, productivity, and customer experiences. These bots hold important roles, such as CEO or manager, and help deliver important data to businesses and their teams to help streamline key workplace objectives.
Workshop Question - How can your brand automate time-consuming tasks using artificial intelligence?
7.3
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AI CEO Transitions
AI CEO Transitions
Onda Appoints AI as CEO and Achieves Profitability in One Week
Portuguese startup Onda has gained significant attention by appointing ChatGPT, an advanced AI language model, as its CEO and achieving profitability in a remarkably short span of just one week.... MORE
AI CEO Humanoids
AI CEO Humanoids
Dictador's MIKA Made an Appearance at the Salz21 Conference
In 2022, ultra-premium aged spirit brand Dictador made headlines when it hired the world’s first AI robot CEO, MIKA. Although a CEO powered by artificial intelligence could be perceived as distant... MORE
Generative AI Managers
Generative AI Managers
Pathlight Debuts a New AI Manager Designed to Improve Employee Performance
Pathlight has introduced a generative AI manager that offers businesses an intelligence platform to analyze and optimize team performance. This manager will assist businesses in offering automatic &#... MORE
AI-Powered CEOs
AI-Powered CEOs
Mrs. Tang Yu is the AI CEO of Fujian Netdragon Websoft
As technology continually advances, more and more companies are incorporating artificial intelligence into their workplace operations—with some even going as far as appointing AI CEOs to lead... MORE
AI Character
Developers are equipping non-player characters with AI for entertainment
Trend - Companies that develop metaverse experiences have begun adopting machine-learning artificial intelligence systems in order to increase the quality of virtual worlds. Non-player characters are being augmented with AI to increase interactivity, immersion, and entertainment for players.
Workshop Question - How could your company leverage AI to increase consumer retention?
4.9
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Megatrends
AI-Driven Virtual Avatars
AI-Driven Virtual Avatars
Sensorium Announced 'Sensorium Galaxy' with New AI Technology
‘Sensorium,’ a VR social platform development company, announced the creation of ‘Sensorium Galaxy.’ This is a new virtual world that will be comprised of players and non-... MORE
AI-Powered Metaverse Characters
AI-Powered Metaverse Characters
Inworld AI Raised $50 Million USD to Create AI-Driven Characters
‘Inworld AI’ is a new metaverse-focused AI-powered startup that recently completed a round of funding totaling $50 million USD. This funding will be used for the creation of artificial... MORE
play_circle_filled AI Metaverse Development Projects
AI Metaverse Development Projects
'MetaGen' Aims to Bring AI-Powered Services to the Metaverse
‘MetaGen’ is a new project that aims to explore the overlapping fields of artificial intelligence and the metaverse. The project hopes to amass datasets for use in open-source machine... MORE
Interactive NFT Gaming Platforms
Interactive NFT Gaming Platforms
Alethea AI's 'Fusion' Platform Lets Users Play Games Using iNFTs
Alethea AI, a tech startup that provides creators with the tools to create interactive NFTs powered by GPT-3, has announced the launch of ‘Fusion,’ a new platform that combines... MORE
Ethical Search
Ethical search engines help consumers streamline conscientious purchases
Trend - As consumers become more conscious of the impact of their purchases, search engines that search for products that are made sustainably, or from brands that align with their personal values, are becoming more popular.
Workshop Question - How could your brand make conscientious shopping easier for its customers?
5.6
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Ethical Fashion Search Apps
Ethical Fashion Search Apps
Baobab Avenue is a Search Engine for UK-Based Ethical Fashion Brands
Baobab Avenue is an ethical search engine allowing consumers to shop confidently from carefully vetted UK-based fashion brands. The platform reviews brands based on transparency and ethics of supply... MORE
Sustainable Fashion Search Engines
Sustainable Fashion Search Engines
This Tool Helps American Consumers Access Eco-Friendly Apparel
Ethically minded consumers of fashion products in North America can now rely on a sustainable fashion search engine called ‘Ethical Clothing’ to help them go about finding and purchasing... MORE
Ethical Alternative Search Engines
Ethical Alternative Search Engines
'Take Care' Helps Consumers find Companies Focused on Ethics
In the wake of the climate change crisis, many brands have opted to create sustainable and upcycled products to appeal to conscious consumers, and Take Care helps consumers find these brands. The... MORE
Ethical Fashion Search Engines
Ethical Fashion Search Engines
Bing Launches the 'Ethical Shopping' Hub in the US and Canada
Microsoft Bing’s ‘Ethical Shopping’ hub is fully functional in the U.S. and Canada, allowing consumers to search for fashion by navigating through categories like eco-friendly, fairtrade... MORE
Retail Bot
Retail-based robots now have more social features and functions
Trend - Retail bots are no longer only designed to offer assistance in-store--they're now also dealing with some of the social interactions associated with brick and mortar shopping. These bots are designed to foster good will and do everything from greeting customers to bringing them snacks.
Workshop Question - How is your brand ensuring its customers are engaged throughout the purchase journey?
6.1
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Megatrends
Candy-Sharing Retail Robots
Candy-Sharing Retail Robots
Smiley the Robot Brings Customers Candy as They Shop
Smiley the robot is a new member of the Mars Wrigley staff and it was created to bring consumers candy as they shop in stores. The bot was created to bring the items normally found at the checkout... MORE
AI-Powered Retail Assistance Robots
AI-Powered Retail Assistance Robots
The LG CLOi GuideBot Offers General Information and More
The LG CLOi GuideBot is a robotic retail solution that would work to greatly enhance the capabilities of companies by offering consumers with a personalized experience that’s automated and... MORE
Rule-Enforcing Retail Robots
Rule-Enforcing Retail Robots
Robovie Reminds Shoppers of In-Store COVID Regulations
Robovie has been employed by a Japanese grocery store to help enforce COVID-19 regulations. With hundreds of shoppers passing through its doors each day, it’s nearly impossible for workers to... MORE
Shelf-Mounted Robots
Shelf-Mounted Robots
Deming Allows Retail Managers See Shelves & Get Real-Time Data Remotely
Spacee’s new Deming shelf-mounted robots feature live video feed capabilities so that retail managers can virtually see shelves and get real-time inventory data updates remotely. This virtual... MORE
Gesture Kiosk
Gesture-controlled interfaces use hand-tracking technology to reduce health risks
Trend - Retail and entertainment industries are opting for gesture-controlled kiosk interfaces to enhance the user experience without contact-related health and safety risks. Hand-tracking technology registers the user's movement to allow touchless screen navigations.
Workshop Question - How will your brand continue to adapt to consumers' pandemic-induced lifestyle changes?
6.5
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Megatrends
Touchless Toy-Building Campaigns
Touchless Toy-Building Campaigns
LEGO's Rebuild the World Lets Kids Gesture to Play on Billboards
Just as people are leaning on touchless technology more than ever in their daily lives, brands are introducing totally touchless campaigns like Rebuild the World by LEGO. The iconic toy brand... MORE
Gesture-Controlled Interfaces
Gesture-Controlled Interfaces
Ultraleap's Interfaces are a Hygienic Solution to Touchscreens
While touchscreens have become the norm at many airports, retail centers, and fast food chains over the years, COVID-19 has greatly impacted how consumers view them—prompting Ultraleap to develop... MORE
Wearable Technology Gesture Controllers
Wearable Technology Gesture Controllers
The 'VANZY' Wearable Mouse Works with Any Device
The ‘VANZY’ wearable mouse is a piece of technology for use with any device to support universal control and efficiency within the modern home or office. The mouse works by being... MORE
Contactless B2B Kiosks
Contactless B2B Kiosks
imageHOLDERS Launched a Gesture-Controlled Touchless Kiosk
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, imageHOLDERS unveiled its first gesture-controlled touchless kiosk. imageHOLDERS is the leading company in self-service kiosk B2B IOT innovations. Its newest... MORE