Disinformation Security technology is anticipated to be adopted by 50% of enterprises by 2028, addressing the growing threat of misinformation.

Spatial Computing, which enhances physical experiences through augmented and virtual reality, is projected to grow significantly, expanding from a $110 billion market to over $1.7 trillion by 2033.

Polyfunctional Robots are expected to revolutionize efficiency, with projections indicating that by 2030, 80% of humans will interact with smart robots daily.

Ambient Invisible Intelligence, enabled by low-cost smart tags and sensors, aims to improve everyday tracking and efficiency, particularly in logistics and retail by 2027.

Agentic AI systems are predicted to autonomously make 15% of daily work decisions by 2028, enhancing productivity and decision-making in workplaces.

These strategic trends present significant opportunities and challenges for CIOs and IT leaders, highlighting the need for responsible and ethical innovation in the coming decade.

The identified trends include Agentic AI, AI Governance Platforms, Disinformation Security, Postquantum Cryptography, Ambient Invisible Intelligence, Energy-Efficient Computing, Hybrid Computing, Spatial Computing, Polyfunctional Robots, and Neurological Enhancement.

Gene Alvarez, a Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner, emphasized that these trends focus on AI imperatives, computing advancements, and the synergy between humans and machines.

As quantum computing evolves, Postquantum Cryptography will become essential for safeguarding data, with Gartner recommending organizations to explore new cryptographic techniques by 2029.

AI Governance Platforms are designed to help organizations manage the ethical and operational performance of their AI systems, with the potential to reduce AI-related ethical incidents by 40% by 2028.

Energy-Efficient Computing is increasingly important for reducing the carbon footprint of IT operations, particularly as AI energy consumption is projected to rise significantly by 2027.

During the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo in Orlando, Florida, Gartner, Inc. unveiled its list of the top 10 strategic technology trends for organizations to explore in 2025.