"How will tech affect your life in 2026? Will AI win you over with convenience? Could dodgy-box users be fined? And what about a mid-Atlantic rift when it comes to tech regulation?"
"In this episode of The Big Tech Show, Adrian Weckler is joined by producer Dee Reddy to share his 10 predictions on what to expect next year, covering everything from physical media revivals, the dominance of streaming and social media crackdowns."
"They also take a look at how his 2025 predictions held up against the news and which stories we can expect to evolve further into the new year."
Ten predictions outline how technology will reshape daily life in 2026. AI will increasingly win users through convenience and integrated services. Streaming will continue to dominate entertainment, while select physical media will experience niche revivals. Social platforms will face intensified regulatory pressure and content crackdowns, prompting changes in moderation and business models. Authorities may pursue penalties against users of illicit set-top boxes and similar devices. A growing regulatory rift between the US and Europe will influence platform rules and market strategies. The predictions review 2025 outcomes and identify stories likely to evolve further into 2026.
Read at Irish Independent
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