Gartner Just Dropped Its 2026 Tech Trends - And It's Not All AI: Here's The List
ZDNET, Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Gartner's list of top 10 strategic technology trends for 2026 and beyond reveals AI's impact on operational excellence and digital trust.
ZDNET's key takeaways
- AI innovation dominates 2026's strategic technology trends.
- Gartner's report shows trends that will impact the next five years.
- Physical AI powers robots, drones, and smart equipment.
In 2026, according to the latest research from Gartner, disruption is accelerating, and AI is no longer optional. The technology is sprinkled throughout the list in various forms, from multi-agent systems to physical AI, driving Gartner's list of the most strategic technology trends for 2026.