This book provides an up-to-date overview and critical discussion of technologies that shape
and influence the digital economy and especially covers artificial intelligence Internet of
Things virtual and augmented reality digital twins blockchain technology 3D printing and
biochip technology. After two introductory chapters about the digital economy and digital
technologies in general dedicated chapters explain the basics and foundations of each of the
selected technologies as well as their potential for industry and services. To this end these
chapters first introduce the specific digital technology followed by one interview with an
academic expert for further describing and explaining the technology plus a second one with a
business expert for illustrating a successful business case. Each chapter ends with a recap of
the takeaways supplemented by links to further readings for those who are eager to delve more
into the relative topic as well as a self-test to challenge the reader¿s understanding. The
book mainly targets business professionals and advanced undergraduate students in business and
computer science. Business professionals (ranging from employees to managers and executives)
will become acquainted with the basic terminology and diverse business aspects related to
emerging digital technologies. They will benefit from descriptions by academic leaders in the
field along with information and advice from industry people. Students will get an overview of
the most important technologies which may also help them in selecting the most promising topics
in their further education.
