State of AI

The State of AI Report 2026 (5th edition)

The State of AI report gives an overview of the year 2025 based on the current progress (Jan 2025-Jan 2026) in artificial intelligence (AI) including: leading research, hardware, cloud, commercial products and current economical and social factors. The research has been conducted by Andrea Isoni and the AI Technologies team.

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Key findings of the State of AI Report 2026:

  • Best AI papers of the year 2025 and research progress
  • Brief analysis of coming AI regulations, cloud adoption and the increasing data generation
  • Brief analysis of hardware production (GPUs), energy consumption and AI investments
  • Outlook on adoption of generative AI/LLMs both in industry and consumer markets
  • Outlook on expected future progress of LLMs and AI in general
  • Impact of AI in cybersecurity and science especially related to drug development, autonomous vehicles and blockchains

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The AI landscape in 2026 is evolving rapidly, with major advancements in machine learning, neural networks, and AI-driven automation. Our expert insights provide an in-depth look into the most influential AI trends shaping industries and everyday life.

Key AI Developments & Industry Transformations

How AI is Reshaping Technology & Society

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With rapid advancements in deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), and AI-powered applications, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Our insights will keep you updated on the latest AI research, regulatory changes, and emerging opportunities in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the State of AI Report 2026.

What is the State of AI Report 2026? ▼

The State of AI Report 2026 (5th edition) is an annual research publication by Andrea Isoni and the AI Technologies team. It provides a comprehensive overview of artificial intelligence progress from January 2025 to January 2026, covering leading AI research, hardware trends, cloud adoption, generative AI, regulations, and AI's impact on cybersecurity, drug development, and autonomous vehicles.

Who wrote the State of AI Report 2026? ▼

The report was researched and written by Andrea Isoni and the AI Technologies team. AI Technologies is an end-to-end AI development and consultancy company based in London, UK, specialising in AI governance, automation, and AI product development.

What topics does the State of AI Report 2026 cover? ▼

The 2026 report covers: the best AI research papers and breakthroughs of 2025; GPU hardware production and energy consumption trends; AI investment levels and economic impact; adoption of generative AI and large language models (LLMs) in industry and consumer markets; emerging AI regulations and governance frameworks; cloud computing and data growth; and AI's impact on cybersecurity, drug discovery, and autonomous vehicles.

What time period does the 2026 report cover? ▼

The State of AI Report 2026 covers artificial intelligence developments from January 2025 to January 2026. It is the 5th annual edition in the State of AI report series published by AI Technologies.

What were the key AI trends in 2025? ▼

According to the State of AI Report 2026, key trends in 2025 include: rapid advancement of large language models (LLMs) and multimodal AI; continued GPU production growth despite energy and supply constraints; expanding AI adoption in finance, healthcare, and cybersecurity; increasing AI regulation activity in the EU and US; and significant breakthroughs in AI-assisted drug discovery and autonomous systems.

Is the State of AI Report 2026 free to download? ▼

Yes, the State of AI Report 2026 is available for free download. You can read it directly on this page or download the full PDF by providing your business email address using the Download Report button above.

How does this report differ from other AI reports? ▼

The State of AI Report 2026 by AI Technologies focuses on practical industry adoption, hardware economics, and regulatory impact alongside research progress. Unlike purely academic or vendor-sponsored reports, it combines technical AI research analysis with business and economic context — making it relevant for both AI practitioners and business decision-makers.

Where can I find previous State of AI reports? ▼

All previous editions of the State of AI report are available on the AI Technologies website. The series covers annual AI progress going back to the 1st edition.