Gartner's 2025 Tech Forecast: AI and Quantum Computing Lead the Way

2024-10-23 industry

Stamford, Wednesday, 23 October 2024.
Gartner’s Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025 highlights AI imperatives, new computing frontiers, and human-machine synergy. Key trends include Agentic AI, post-quantum cryptography, and AI governance platforms, emphasizing responsible innovation amid social and economic disruptions.

AI Imperatives and Responsible Innovation

As organizations face the dual pressures of technological advancement and social responsibility, Gartner highlights the essential role of AI imperatives in shaping a responsible future. Agentic AI, a prominent trend, involves AI systems capable of autonomous decision-making, predicted to handle at least 15% of daily work decisions by 2028[1]. This trend underscores the necessity for robust AI governance platforms, which Gartner projects will reduce AI-related ethical incidents by 40% within three years[2].

New Frontiers of Computing

The Gartner report emphasizes the transformative potential of new computing technologies, particularly post-quantum cryptography. As quantum computing threatens current encryption methods, post-quantum cryptography becomes crucial for safeguarding digital communications. Gartner anticipates that by 2029, conventional cryptographic methods will no longer be secure, necessitating a shift to more advanced systems[3]. This shift not only addresses security concerns but also aligns with broader enterprise digital ambitions.

Human-Machine Synergy and Future Implications

The synergy between humans and machines is set to redefine workplaces, with trends like spatial computing and polyfunctional robots leading the charge. Spatial computing, which enhances real-world interactions through augmented and virtual reality, is expected to grow significantly, reaching a market value of $1.7 trillion by 2033[4]. Meanwhile, the rise of polyfunctional robots is projected to make human-robot interactions a daily occurrence for 80% of the population by 2030[5].

Expert Opinions and Strategic Insights

Gene Alvarez, a distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner, emphasizes the importance of these trends in shaping future business landscapes through responsible and ethical innovation[6]. The interconnected nature of these technologies necessitates strategic planning, as emphasized in the Gartner report, which advises CIOs to align these innovations with their organizations’ digital goals. By doing so, businesses can navigate the complexities of technological evolution while maintaining competitiveness and security[7].

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