With the threat of coronavirus causing widespread panic, the tech industry has been working around the clock to make it possible for the general public to self quarantine while continuing with daily life. Developers are currently making use of existing technologies to adapt to the needs of quarantined individuals. With the progression of the virus and with time, it is expected that new technologies will come from this event largely for the betterment of society.
In this Forbes article, some examples of current technology being used in new ways is laid out clearly. For example, AI has been used recently to help healthcare workers diagnose the disease without coming into contact with infected individuals. These innovative technologies have helped prevent the spread of Coronavirus to many individuals who have compromised immune systems.
LIS 4022 Spring 2020 