With COVID-19 Concerns About Hospital Visits, Where Does Healthcare Go From Here?
COVID-19 has transformed healthcare systems around the world in unprecedented ways. Several people have put off doctors’ visits for fear of exposure to the virus. As a result, many medical facilities are in critical condition. To put things in perspective, New York City hospitals experienced a 50% reduction in emergency room visits last month. People […]
Top Healthcare Tech Trends of the 2020s – Part 1
Healthcare is one of the most enormous industries in the world. Yet, it lacks modern technology when compared to numerous other sectors. Sure, there’s the DaVinci robot that allows doctors to remotely perform surgery. And many doctors now input your appointment details straight into an iPad. But overall, medicine needs a huge dose of tech […]
A Look at the Crucial Role of Robots In the Coronavirus Crisis
There are many ways humanity is mobilizing to fight against the COVID-19 crisis. While most of us can’t help out at the hospital as a nurse or doctor, we can sew masks, use our 3D printers to make supplementary PPE, and create web and mobile resources to help others cope. Luckily, we’re also receiving a […]
Telemedicine Can Help Healthcare Providers Handle COVID-19 — but Outdated Regulations Are in the Way
More than 2 million coronavirus (COVID-19) cases have been reported worldwide as of April 15th. With more than 600,000 confirmed cases nationwide, the United States accounts for a whopping 30% of those patients. In this country alone, over 26,000 people have lost their lives to this pandemic. New York City has borne the brunt of […]
The Future of Wearables Depends on How We Use Them Now
A decade ago, most of us were celebrating the fact that the mobile service providers finally removed the charge for every single text message sent and received. Since then, mobile technology has evolved extremely rapidly. Today, we have nearly 5 billion mobile phone users globally. If these numbers astound you, consider that the global Internet […]
Dogtown Media Signs CHI Letter Urging Congress to Approve Telehealth for Coronavirus Crisis
Lawmakers have reached an agreement to provide an emergency funding package of $8.3 billion to aid the United States’ response to the coronavirus crisis. President Donald Trump signed the bill into law last Friday. The funds will go towards treating and preventing the spread of COVID-19. Telehealth capabilities like remote patient monitoring (RPM), voice calls, […]
A Look at the Unique Security Issues of Industrial IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is quickly growing into a massive industry with a limitless amount of applications. This includes broader applications to city- and region-wide utilities. Dubbed “the Industrial IoT (IIoT)” or “Industry 4.0”, this IoT subset deals with aspects like transportation, manufacturing, energy, and water. IIoT promises high-grade automation and improved efficiency. The […]
Dogtown Media CEO Talks Tech at ACT’s “Developed | The App Economy” Tour
It’s no secret that launching a mobile app can be a complex and stressful endeavor. Where you do go to find top-tier mobile app developers? How do you ensure your final product passes the guidelines of Google Play and Apple’s App Store? Where can you find customers? And how do you even fund your app’s […]
How AI Can Help or Hurt IoT Security
If there’s something that almost all emerging technologies are lacking, it’s strong cybersecurity standards and protocols. We’ve been developing innovative applications freely and creatively, but if we don’t keep an eye on hacking trends and enterprise-level security standards, we’re going to see customers, profits, and business value drop quickly. In fact, lack of cybersecurity in […]
Why You Should Upgrade to iOS 13 Right Now
When it comes to technology, maintenance is always better than repair. This is especially true with iPhone app development; failing to stay up-to-date means you risk losing your user base and becoming obsolete. On the other hand, updating your mobile app pays off in spades. By delivering a faster, optimized experience, you’ll keep your audience […]