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Tech Forecasts 26: How Agentic AI, Humanoid Bots and Biometrics Will Shape Everyday Life

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026

By Mal Fletcher

 

“Technology is a word that describes something that doesn’t work yet,” wrote Douglas Adams. That might change in 2026. 

The year ahead will mark an inflexion point in the relationship between advanced technologies and everyday life. Artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, humanoid robotics and perhaps new forms of digital money will move from the margins of policy debate into the centre... Click for more

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Most people don't live under the covering of Psalm 23. In fact, they live under a different version thereof -- I call it Psalm 23 Revised Yuppie Version: 'I am my own shepherd, I shall not want /I lead myself down the road to personal success / I restore my soul through positive thinking / I guide myself in the paths of materialism for my own name's sake / Even though' I walk through the valley of the shadow of duty... Click for more

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You know, those fluffy animals that could respond to affection from elderly people in care facilities. They appeared to be quite harmless, if a little odd. Sadly, social bots now take on potentially more... Click for more

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