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Completion of the first human genome sequence. This map of human DNA has vast implications for medical research, enabling advances in understanding genetic diseases and the development of personalized medicine.

Launch of Facebook, a social networking service that revolutionized the way people connect online. It has significant implications for social interactions, advertising, and the dissemination of information.

Introduction of the first iPhone, ushering in the era of smartphones. It transformed communication, entertainment, and computing, leading to the mobile internet boom and app economy.

Creation of Bitcoin, the first decentralized cryptocurrency, introducing blockchain technology. It has implications for finance, challenging traditional banking, and enabling new forms of secure transactions.

Development of CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing technique. It opens up new possibilities for gene therapy, agricultural advancements, and could potentially eradicate genetic disorders.

Release of the Tesla Model S, a fully electric vehicle promoting a shift towards sustainable transportation. It challenges the automotive industry and encourages the development of green energy.

Google Glass, an early attempt at augmented reality glasses, was introduced. It showed the potential for wearable technology to integrate digital information with the real world.

Quantum supremacy was claimed by some researchers, marking a potential paradigm shift in computing power. Quantum computers could solve certain problems much faster than classical computers.

SpaceX successfully lands the Falcon 9, a reusable rocket. This innovation reduces the cost of space travel and is a step towards sustainable spaceflight and potential colonization of other planets.

Significant progress in artificial intelligence, particularly deep learning. This has implications for automation, data analysis, and is sparking discussions about ethics in AI.

FDA approves the first gene therapy for cancer, a new way to treat disease by fixing genetic defects. It heralds a new era in medicine with treatments tailored to individual genetic makeup.

Introduction of 5G technology with faster speeds and lower latency. It is crucial for the future of internet-of-things devices, autonomous vehicles, and enhanced mobile broadband services.

Launch of the first commercial foldable smartphones. These devices test the limits of display technology and offer new form factors and ways to interact with smart devices.

Deployment of mRNA vaccines for COVID-19. This breakthrough in vaccine technology can rapidly respond to emerging diseases and may revolutionize the field of immunization.

Landing of NASA's Perseverance rover on Mars. It marks a significant milestone in space exploration, with ambitions to return samples to Earth and search for past microbial life.

Development of flexible electronics capable of being bent or folded without losing functionality. Could enable new wearable technologies and transform how electronics are integrated into daily life.

Emergence of major social media platforms revolutionizing communication and news distribution. Impacts include the rise of influencer culture and real-time global connectivity.

Creation of YouTube, a video-sharing platform that changed how content is created, shared, and monetized. It has disrupted traditional media and allowed anyone to become a content creator.

Expansion of cloud computing services, enabling access to computing resources over the internet. It has led to scalable storage solutions, SaaS, and revolutionized IT infrastructure.

The inauguration of the Large Hadron Collider, the world's largest particle collider. It provides insights into fundamental physics, and particles like the Higgs boson.

Advancements in autonomous vehicles, aiming to reduce accidents and transform urban mobility. It affects transportation industry, urban planning, and triggers debates on ethics and safety.

Rapid development of 3D printing technology, allowing for the creation of complex objects layer by layer. It promises a revolution in manufacturing, medicine, and consumer products.

Introduction of advanced smart home devices, including security, comfort, and energy-saving systems that are remotely controllable. They are changing living environments and energy consumption.

The commercial release of virtual reality headsets, providing immersive experiences in gaming and education, and potential in therapy and training.

Introduction of solar roofs, which integrate photovoltaic cells into building materials. This encourages renewable energy generation at the consumer level.

Widespread adoption of voice-activated assistants, transforming how users interact with technology through natural language processing.

Growth of edge computing, which places computing resources closer to the data source. It reduces latency, improves speed, and is vital for IoT and real-time analytics.

Advances in neuromorphic computing, designing hardware that mimics the human brain. This could create more efficient AI and revolutionize how computers process information.

Development of bioplastics, which are made from renewable biomass sources. They represent a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics and can help reduce pollution.