2025 Tech Trends to Watch: The Future of Technology at CES

The world’s biggest tech event just got even bigger. CES 2025 reaffirmed itself as the stage where bold innovations and futuristic ideas take shape—and of course The Modems had a VIP pass to all the action.

During the exclusive media session “Tech Trends to Watch 2025,” futurist Brian Comiskey and CTA’s VP of Marketing, Melissa Harrison, dropped major insights on the game-changing trends shaping how we consume, move, work, and live. From AI-driven shopping sprees to self-sufficient homes, here’s what you need to know to stay ahead.

Gen Z Consumption

With Gen Z making up 32% of the world’s population, they’re now the most digitally native generation in history. With 60% rapidly adopting new technologies, these young individuals own an average of 13 technological devices in their homes. There’s also their appetite for sustainability—they’re 2.5x more likely to buy eco-friendly products.

What’s Next: Virtual try-on tools are getting smarter. Thanks to AI, shopping just got personal (and way less wasteful). Fewer returns, more “love at first click.”

AI Meets Your Cart

The AI retail market is already worth $7 billion, and it’s just heating up. More than 64% of U.S. shoppers use AI tools to browse, compare, and buy. Personalisation enabled by AI solutions increases the likelihood of product purchases by 40%.

What’s Next: Picture this—your virtual assistant knows your style, favorite brands, and size, making every purchase feel like it’s been custom-picked just for you. Frictionless shopping? Yes, please.

Humans + AI = Digital Harmony

 AI is blending into everyday life like never before. Generative AI is officially mainstream—93% of adults know about it, and 61% are using AI tools on the job. Key advancements include Chatbase AI Agents, which automate tasks and boost productivity; Nvidia’s digital twins, such as Earth 2, used for forecasting and monitoring climate patterns; and humanoid robots from Enchanted Tools, designed for tasks in logistics, retail, and even personal care.

What’s Next: AI tools will handle the grind, letting you focus on creativity and connection. Robots that manage warehouses and make your coffee? Count us in.

Energy Transition

It’s goodbye fossil fuels, hello green energy. We are witnessing a new energy transition: from fossil fuels to zero-carbon sources such as solar and green hydrogen. Solar power and hydrogen are reshaping the way we live. Companies like Panasonic and Haus.me are creating fully self-sufficient homes with cutting-edge battery tech.

What’s Next: Your home could run itself, saving energy and money while staying eco-friendly. Think “smart home,” but smarter.

Mobility Goes Next Level

Autonomous cars? Been there. The next frontier is hyper-connected and electric everything. Companies like Waymo and BYD are fine-tuning the EV experience, while AIMA’s sleek electric bikes promise to make your city commute faster and cooler. In industrial and agricultural sectors, advancements from companies like Volvo Group and Caterpillar are introducing greater automation and connectivity to construction and logistics.

What’s Next: Imagine automated farms, electric trucks, and construction sites run by AI-powered machines. The future’s not just fast—it’s efficient.

Human Rights

The intersection of technology and human rights stood out as a key theme at CES 2025. From food security solutions to improvements in mental health and accessibility, technology is being leveraged to build more resilient communities. In 2024, the United Nations added access to technology as an essential tool for ensuring security and human rights, spotlighting how innovation can make the world a better place. From humanoid robots assisting in healthcare to sensors reducing energy waste, tech is breaking barriers.

What’s Next: The UN now recognises access to technology as essential to human rights. Think smarter cities, better mental health tools, and life-saving robots stepping up when it matters most.

Immersive Content Culture

CES 2025 showcased how audio, video, and gaming technologies are transforming content and culture consumption. The growth of digital audio platforms and podcasts expands opportunities for entertainment and education, while advances in streaming provide more personalised experiences with greater AI integration for content recommendations. A standout example is Netflix, which now also offers sports streaming, reflecting the evolution of market strategies to meet new consumer demands. While AR and VR gaming take storytelling to jaw-dropping new levels. These innovations demonstrate how audio, video, and gaming have become cultural pillars of the digital age.

What’s Next: AI-driven recommendations, more interactive content, and gaming worlds so immersive, you won’t want to log off.

Tech That Prioritises You

Wellness is the new luxury, and CES delivered. From groundbreaking medications transforming weight and diabetes management to Withings’ BPM Pro 2, longevity took centre stage at CES 2025, with innovations addressing different aspects of well-being and quality of life.

GLP-1s’ groundbreaking medications that regulate hormones to manage weight and diabetes, were recognised as one of the most significant advancements of the decade, alongside Artificial Intelligence. Devices like Withings’ BPM Pro 2 offer effective health monitoring solutions. Companies like Glidance are developing accessibility solutions that make technology more inclusive, and Nutrix leads with innovations in mental health monitoring, helping to prevent psychological conditions and improve overall quality of life.

What’s Next: Mental health solutions like Nutrix are also stepping up, showing that well-being isn’t just a trend—it’s the future.

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CES 2025 highlighted a future that will be marked by the convergence of sustainability, personalisation, and technological advancements.

From conscious consumption to revolutions in mobility and energy, the innovations presented at CES offer a glimpse into a future where technology and human values move forward hand in hand. Closing the session, Comiskey and Harrison reflected on their predictions for the future, emphasising the transformative impact of quantum computing and human-centric innovation. They stressed that now is the time to embrace change with courage and creativity, setting the stage for a more inclusive and connected tomorrow.