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WHAT'S NEXT?: Technology will become the new sales assistant, always on, always friendly, always delivering. Consumers will co-create and create products to their exact needs. Brands will have to focus on seizing mobile moments on apps that already have consumer's attention. Instantly explore below how lifestyles, buying behaviors and attitudes are changing and where you fall short in the battle to win consumers hearts and minds.

• [New] Apple has been reportedly developing AI-powered smart glasses that could integrate with its ecosystem of devices, while Snap is planning lightweight consumer AR glasses that build on its AR expertise from Snapchat. The Tech Buzz
• [New] Analysts project an earnings growth rate of 8.3% YoY for the S&P 500 in Q4, with expectations for information technology and financial sectors improving while utilities and consumer staples declined. IG
• [New] Snap's consumer Spectacles will launch in late 2026, while Samsung's Android XR glasses will rival Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses. Next Reality
• [New] Recent consumer insights show most adults plan to focus on better nutrition in the year ahead and feel confident doing so when meals are built around familiar, easy-to-use foods. The Shelby Report
• [New] The organic potato segment is predicted to witness the highest CAGR of 9.3% from 2025 to 2033 owing to the deepening consumer awareness about health, environmental sustainability, and food transparency. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The B2C segment is predicted to witness the highest CAGR of 7.1% from 2025 to 2033 due to the shifting consumer behaviours, digital transformation, and heightened focus on food quality and origin. Market Data Forecast
• [New] 50% of consumers already use AI-powered search today, and by 2028, $750 billion of consumer spend will flow through AI-powered search. Smarketers
• [New] The popularity of creator-owned, direct-to-consumer platforms will continue to grow in 2026 as both creators and fans find new channels to authentically engage with their digital communities outside of the walled gardens of social media. TV Tech
• [New] Up to 40% of workers in consumer goods and retail industries in developed countries may need to reskill or transition to new roles by 2030 due to technological progress. The Business of Fashion
• [New] Regulations in Europe and growing consumer awareness will push brands to adopt digital product passports. Fashion & Lifestyle digital magazine that covers many t
• [New] The decision by Congress and Trump to eliminate consumer tax credits for electric vehicles will cast a pall on at least the first half of 2026 and maybe longer. Inside Climate News
• [New] In 2026, the way customers interact with brands will be redefined as consumer and enterprise environments converge. CITI I/O
• [New] U.S. consumer technology revenue will hit $565 billion in 2026, signaling resilient industry growth despite broader economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and ongoing tariff challenges. Doing Business in Bentonville
• [New] CES 2026 launches in Las Vegas as the CTA forecasts U.S. consumer tech spending will reach $565 billion, driven by AI, sustainability, and omnichannel retail innovations. Doing Business in Bentonville
• [New] 95% of global executives believe consumer trust in their AI will define the success of new products and services. Channel Post MEA
• [New] Neuralink or a competitor will receive FDA approval for a consumer-grade wearable that allows basic telepathic control of a cursor or phone, aimed at the general public, not just medical patients. Medium
• [New] On-Device AI: Edge deployment will reduce latency and improve privacy for consumer applications. ThePromptBuddy
• [New] While no recession is projected, the national economy is expected to remain soft through at least 2027, with unemployment gradually rising and consumer spending slowing. / USA Office of the New York City Comptroller Mark Levine
• [New] The overall retail sector, valued at US$ 1.06 trillion in 2022, is projected to expand to US$ 1.93 trillion by 2030, reflecting rising consumer demand and growth in categories such as FMCG and consumer durables. / India Asia IP
• [New] The most valuable women's health companies of 2026 will not be consumer apps but businesses solving unglamorous infrastructure problems such as diagnostics, reproductive care supply chains, maternal health logistics, and clinical workflow automation. FutureFemHealth
• [New] Agentic AI Will Reshape Frontline Mobility Agentic AI - an autonomous, goal-driven AI that can make decisions and execute tasks without human involvement - will see rapid adoption in 2026. SOTI
• [New] Rising cyber threats, government mandates, and the widespread integration of biometric sensors into consumer electronics are collectively reshaping the global authentication landscape. openpr
• [New] Over the next three years, substantial advances are anticipated in humanoid robotics - especially in mobility, manipulation and autonomy. IoT Business News

Last updated: 15 January 2026