It Industry Trends

Cloud is set to take 26% of IT budgets, and hiring is shifting toward platforms

Foundry’s 2026 cloud survey and Robert Half’s 2026 salary data point to the same reality: cloud and AI delivery is now a platform-and-governance staffing proble

U.S. financial services tech budgets set to hit $495B in 2026, 17.1% of all U.S. tech spend

Forrester pegs U.S. financial services tech budgets at $495B in 2026, or 17.1% of total U.S. tech spend. Circana-tracked H1 B2B spending hit $35.3B, a checkpoint on AI foundations and controls spending.

Samsung chip profit soared 250-fold this earnings season, and AI infrastructure spending shows no sign of slowing

AI hardware demand drove Samsung's chip unit to a 250-fold profit surge, while Palantir, Cloudflare, and Hon Hai posted outsized results, splitting the enterpr

OpenAI and Anthropic claim 80% of Forbes AI 50 funding as a new wave of pre-unicorn challengers emerges

Forbes' 2026 AI 50 and Next Billion-Dollar Startups lists reveal how AI dominates venture capital and enterprise application alike.

HCLTech's Advanced AI revenue jumps 62% as record $2.4B bookings quarter signals enterprise AI spending is accelerating

HCLTech posted record Q1 bookings of $2.4B and 62% Advanced AI revenue growth, anchored by a $1.14B digital workplace deal and a $370M AI data center bet.

Google's Gemini 3.5 Pro slips behind schedule amid benchmark misses and internal turmoil

Google's next flagship Gemini model is months behind on coding benchmarks while AI compute scarcity reshapes vendor relationships and product timelines industry

Enterprise AI adoption shifts from pilot projects to core business strategy

Enterprise AI is moving beyond experimentation into full-scale deployment, reshaping operations, decision-making, and competitive positioning across industries.

Consulting Reframed: Perspective, Leadership, and Impact Beyond the Client

As organizations navigate accelerating digital transformation, tighter margins, and increasing organizational complexity, the role of consultants is being re-examined. Today’s most effective consulting leaders are no longer valued simply for delivering projects, but for bringing outside perspective, cross-industry insight, and the ability to lead through ambiguity. Most large organizations today are not short on…

2025 Broadband Year in Review, Part 2

In this episode of Wavelengths, the Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin continues his conversation with Alex Rozek, Founder and CEO of Mac Mountain, to examine how technology shifts, capital discipline, and changing consumer expectations reshaped broadband in 2025, and what those changes lock in for the future. As the broadband industry closes…

2025 Broadband Year in Review, Part 1

In this episode of Wavelengths, the Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin sits down with Alex Rozek, Founder and CEO of Mac Mountain, to unpack the defining shifts that shaped the broadband industry in 2025 and what they signal for the years ahead.  As the industry approaches the end of 2025, broadband looks markedly different…

From Flip Phones to Free-to-Play Empires: How Mobile Gaming Reshaped Business Models, Communities, and Esports

Mobile gaming has quietly become the largest segment of the global gaming industry, generating about $92 billion annually—more than both PC and console games. Yet for decades, many brands and agencies underestimated its reach, focusing instead on arena-filling esports tournaments or blockbuster console titles. With nearly everyone carrying a smartphone, however, mobile has become…

Broadband State of the Union: Urban Innovation and Rural Challenges

In the latest episode of Amphenol Broadband Solutions’ Wavelengths podcast, host Daniel Litwin sat down with Tyler Cooper, Editor-in-Chief at BroadbandNow Research, for a deep dive into the current landscape of broadband deployment and access across the United States. With 2025 underway, the conversation tackled key trends shaping the broadband industry, including the contrast…

Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: October 2024 Update

In October, Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center project in North Dakota continues to make remarkable strides. Following September’s progress on the utility substation and foundational infrastructure, we now see further development in the facility’s three-tiered structure. Spanning 363,000 square feet, this facility is designed to support a substantial 100MW IT load, positioning it…

AI is at an Investment Tipping Point. These Are the Three Main Trends Shaping AI Solutions Development.

The AI industry is facing both headwinds and tailwinds, and this state of uncertainty is best represented in investment numbers. Recent data published by the Stanford University Institute of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence shows that while generative AI private investment is skyrocketing, overall global investment in AI solutions dipped for the second year in a row…

ELLKAY User Group 2022: Revolutionizing Healthcare IT with Unprecedented Collaboration and Innovation

The ELLKAY User Group 2022 marked an impressive gathering of minds and innovation, spanning three full days that were rich with learning and networking opportunities. With 38 sessions led by 70 speakers, including renowned healthcare IT industry experts and ELLKAY’s own seasoned professionals, attendees were treated to a deep dive into the latest trends, technologies,…

ELLKAY User Group 2022: Revolutionizing Healthcare IT with Unprecedented Collaboration and Innovation

The ELLKAY User Group 2022 marked an impressive gathering of minds and innovation, spanning three full days that were rich with learning and networking opportunities. With 38 sessions led by 70 speakers, including renowned healthcare IT industry experts and ELLKAY’s own seasoned professionals, attendees were treated to a deep dive into the latest trends,…

Revolutionizing Retail Safety and Production with Advancements in Security and Fire Safety – Part 1

In Pavion Perspectives Episode 1, Part 1, the discussion revolves around revolutionizing retail safety and production through security and fire safety advancements. Retail businesses face increasing security threats, from theft and vandalism to organized retail crime. Video surveillance is a critical tool for deterring and preventing these threats. Host Michelle Dawn Mooney and her…

Infosec 2023 Recap

A recap of Infosec 2023’s key moments.

AI-Generated Designs Are Letting Architects Unlock New Forms of Creativity. How Should They Deploy It?

Generative AI in architecture is already evolving architectural workflows, and the creative results are proving themselves in real time. Tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney are acting as a dynamic platform for concept design and visual brainstorming, enabling the synthesis of diverse architectural styles and historical influences into fresh and innovative ideas. There’s still a lot…

Sustainability in IT

IT and sustainability aren’t often two words seen together, but they should be. As the world heats up, it’s not only becoming more important for buyers to see environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives in the products they’re purchasing, but it’s also great for the planet. Where should you start? On the latest episode of…

ISC West: Honeywell Says Comprehensive and Customizable Security Solutions are the New Security Environment Standard

At ISC West 2023, Honeywell proudly proclaimed that you don’t just buy a security system – instead, you create your own security environment powered by Honeywell.  Honeywell is offering unique security environments where end users find a great deal of benefits with flexible solutions that are cloud compliant. If customers need security solutions but…

Presco: Customer-Centric Film Manufacturing

At Presco, we prioritize building strong customer relationships and adapting to their unique needs. With a collaborative approach and in-house compounding capabilities, we create customized films tailored to address specific challenges. Our active involvement in the industry allows us to stay current with the latest trends and technologies.

Mogami’s Story at NAMM

The world of manufacturing has seen a significant shift in recent years. Many brands now outsource the production of their products to other companies, leading to a loss of uniqueness and authenticity. However, amidst this trend, there is one brand that stands out from the rest – Mogami’s story. Marshall Technologies recently interviewed Phil…

What would you do with an extra 60 minutes?

Ashley, the social media manager for Extensis explains that she is connecting with creatives and professionals worldwide to ask them what they would do with an extra sixty minutes a day. Ashley interviews Ryan McManus, who is an account manager at Extensis and lives in Portland, Oregon. Ryan enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with…

Inspired Banking: How Automation is Changing Our Banking Experiences

Drive-up banking has been around for years, and most use it frequently when they need a simple banking transaction fulfilled. Daniel Litwin sits down with Bill Budde, the VP of Banking Strategy and Solutions at Hyosung, to discuss evolving trends and technology in drive-up banking. As technology develops and banking adopts new technologies, we’ll see…

Robotic Automation in American Manufacturing: Its Rise, Impact, and Value in the American Manufacturing Renaissance

Attention-grabbing headlines and political stump speeches keep indicating that America no longer makes anything. That’s actually not the case at all. Despite lots of transitions and evolutions in American manufacturing, the U.S. is still the number two manufacturer in the world in terms of output, second only to China. The industry is now seeing steady…

Do Tesla’s Outages Reflect a Software Challenge for OEMs?

Earlier this year, Tesla users found themselves in a bit of a digital pickle when the car company’s mobile app experienced a worldwide outage, which users need to lock, unlock and start their vehicles. Though the app-based access point is meant to create ease of use and an elevated tech-focused experience, it acted as a…

Preparing for 5G, 10G, and Beyond at Cable-Tec Expo 2019

Leaders in telecom and broadband convened in New Orleans for Cable-Tec Expo 2019 this week, looking to learn from their colleagues how the industry is preparing itself to adapt to 5G, 10G, and beyond. Host Daniel Litwin attended the conference and spoke to several thought leaders, each carving their own important niche in the…