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The increased availability of wireless sensor networking technology in SCADA-based industrial control systems is one of the major emerging trends in the global process automation market. With this technology, the deployment of sensors in SCADA-based industrial control systems becomes easier as it provides wireless networking access.

The high-end data based capabilities of LTE technology comprise one of the major growth drivers of the global public safety LTE market. Almost all the major telecom network operators are signing up for LTE technology in their respective service networks. However, omnipresent Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) technologies could pose a serious challenge to the future growth of this market. That is because PMR technologies for public safety have always enjoyed a rather strong presence in the public safety industry. These are used extensively in different parts of the world and find applications in different domains ranging from police services to ports.

Social media marketing has gained increased focus, and retail banks are changing their business models and product offerings to cater to the ballooning market of social media users. The increasing prevalence of the internet and widespread adoption of smartphones have fuelled social media expansion, with more than half the internet population now engaged in social networking. Although the use of social media remains risky territory for many banks, some have started to explore opportunities in this channel. However, despite initial skepticism by retail banks, social media is expected to emerge as a key complimentary channel for business development. Banks are expected to focus more on synergies that can be generated by social media and other key channels over the next five years.

Virtual events are online exhibitions or marketplaces, which includes breakout sessions, video conferencing, web conferencing, collaboration tools, and communication and social networking. These virtual events offer information opportunities for attendees and respondents. These events are used in various sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and Banking and Hospitality.