The IDC Market Perspective provides insights into certain emerging technologies (i.e., intelligent wearables, quantum computing, satellite internet, advanced battery technologies, nuclear power, and central bank digital currencies), their potential impacts, and the opportunities they present for the region's technological landscape and global innovation. The EMEA region is set to experience significant technological advancements between 2025 and 2030. "These cutting-edge fields represent not only the next frontier of technological progress, but they also hold the potential to revolutionize industries, transform economies, and redefine the way we interact with the digital and physical worlds," said Lapo Fioretti, senior research analyst, Emerging Technologies, IDC.
Executive Snapshot
New Market Developments and Dynamics
Emerging Technologies Disruptions
Disruption 1: AI Will Become the Engine of Wearable Technology Evolution in 2025.
2025: AI Will Transform Wearables into Intelligent Collaborators by 2025, Reshaping how Humans Interact with Technology
Enterprise Adoption and Ethical Considerations
2030: Multisensory Integration
Advancing Accessibility
Key Recommendations for Technology Suppliers
Disruption 2: EMEA's Quantum Sovereignty Push Will Deploy at Least 100 Operational Quantum Systems by 2030.
2025: Foundations Laid; Benefits Deferred
2030: Quantum Sovereignty and Hardware-QCaaS Divide
Key Recommendations for Technology Suppliers
Disruption 3: Starlink's Expanding Footprint Will Trigger Sovereignty Concerns: The EU Will Be Forced to Fast-Track the IRIS2 Satellite Constellation by 2027.
2025: Strategic Autonomy Takes Priority
2030: Operational Sovereignty
Key Recommendations for Technology Suppliers
Disruption 4: Solid-State Batteries Will Revolutionize Commercial Transportation by 2028, Enabling Long Ranges and Fast Charging for Long-Haul Electric Vehicles.
2025: Lithium-Ion Battery Dominates the Market
Key European Case Study: Volvo Trucks' Balancing Act