From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-06 09:39:00

The adoption of major emerging technologies has slowed in Q1 2025, according to GlobalData’s survey. Respondents believe technologies like cybersecurity, cloud computing, AI, IoT, robotics, and AR may take longer to disrupt sectors. The metaverse saw increased disruption belief, while skepticism remains about its impact.

Respondents foresee disruptions in the next decade for technologies like cybersecurity, cloud computing, AI, IoT, robotics, and AR. The metaverse saw a slight decrease in disruption expectations. The survey period coincided with global uncertainty due to the new US administration and trade policies, impacting tech adoption optimism.

Despite tempered expectations, survey respondents remain optimistic about the value of emerging technologies. Robotics, cybersecurity, AI, cloud computing, AR, and IoT are believed to have significant potential. However, skepticism remains about the metaverse, with some seeing it as all hype and lacking substance in comparison.



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