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The trends that will shape AI and tech in 2026

Over the last few weeks, IBM Think spoke with a dozen experts in tech—researchers, founders and leaders from IBM and beyond—to get their insights on what to expect in the year ahead.

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Our newest insights in 2026 so far.

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The 2026 guide to AI agents

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Unlock ROI for all your AI through governance

Beyond the generative AI mindset

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Solving the AI ROI puzzle

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Get the high-quality data that you need for enterprise AI

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5 mindshifts to supercharge business growth

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