Gartner – Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2026

The main theme of the report is that 2026 will be pivotal for technology leaders due to accelerating innovation and risks.

The report presents 10 strategic technology trends that are catalysts for business transformation and require executive-level response. These trends are organized into three themes that define how leading organizations will innovate, compete, and protect value in a world dominated by AI and hyperconnectivity. Key takeaways include the need to create secure, scalable, and adaptable digital foundations, orchestrate diverse technologies to unlock new sources of value, and enhance trust, governance, and security.