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TechTarget’s Outlook on 2026

Expert insights on the latest trends to help IT leaders make informed decisions and stay prepared for what’s ahead.

By Nick Martin • Jan. 30, 2026

Sell America: Why CIOs should examine the recent market selloff

CIOs need to shift to resilience, efficiency and measurable ROI as the “Sell America” market selloff signals policy uncertainty, shifting tech budgets and increased vendor risk.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 29, 2026

Safe by design: AI personalization in fintech

As AI drives deeper personalization in financial services, CIOs are under pressure to deliver growth while ensuring models remain explainable, secure and compliant.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 29, 2026

10 edge computing trends to watch in 2026 and beyond

Organizations increasingly recognize the importance of edge computing in shaping business outcomes. Discover the latest insights on spending, device capabilities and infrastructure updates.

By Mary Pratt • Jan. 27, 2026

Silver price surge has enterprise technology costs

CIOs must manage IT procurement instability as silver prices have been climbing steadily, raising costs of hardware, cloud and data centers.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 26, 2026

How to build a hype-free AI culture

AI success isn’t about models—it’s about leadership. CIOs who prioritize outcomes, governance and trust can scale AI without disrupting operations.

By Alison Roller • Jan. 23, 2026

How to manage dependency risk in third-party ad tech

Ad tech risk management is now vital for IT, not just marketing. Organizations must address third-party code risks to protect their brand's performance, security and compliance.

By Griffin LaFleur • Jan. 21, 2026

AI slop: The hidden enterprise risk CIOs can’t ignore

CIOs need to identify AI slop in the enterprise – generated content and applications that pose security, operational and brand damage risks.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 20, 2026

Top challenges and priorities for CIOs in 2026

CIO priorities for 2026 are changing rapidly. These expert-led articles reveal what's reshaping enterprise IT and the critical decisions leaders need to make now.

By Amanda Hetler • Jan. 16, 2026

How to attract tech talent in 2026: 8 essentials

In this time of 'the great churn,' finding and keeping great tech talent sounds merely aspirational. Read on for seven methods that work.

By Carolyn Heinze , Rosa Heaton • Jan. 16, 2026

The multi-cloud reckoning: Simplify for cost, security and sanity

Multi-cloud strategies were meant to save money and reduce risk, not multiply it. Today's CIOs face rising exposure, inconsistent controls and growing operational strain.

By John Doan • Jan. 15, 2026

How CIOs can retain talent as pay growth slows

IT pay growth has slowed amid economic uncertainty, but senior talent remains in demand. To retain top talent, CIOs must preserve the decision-making authority of senior employees.

By Tim Murphy • Jan. 15, 2026

What CIOs need to know about cyber risk insurance issues

Cyber insurance remains vital but is shifting to lower premiums, stricter evidence-based underwriting, growing exclusions, AI risks and greater enterprise and board liability.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 14, 2026

The hidden risks of buy now, pay later

Buy now, pay later offers consumers speed and flexibility, but its operational and regulatory demands are exposing weaknesses across modern retail tech stacks.

By Sean Kerner • Jan. 12, 2026

Digital workers: The CIO’s new IT multiplier

CIOs are being asked to scale IT output without scaling teams. Autonomous digital workers are reshaping how leaders drive reliability, governance and execution across IT.

By Alison Roller • Jan. 8, 2026

The AI plateau: What smart CIOs will do when the hype cools

The AI plateau marks a shift from hype to practical results. CIOs who focus on governance and measurable value can navigate this period successfully.

By Tim Murphy • Jan. 8, 2026

Top 9 blockchain platforms to consider in 2026

Get the lowdown on the major features, differentiators, strengths and weaknesses of the blockchain platforms that are getting the most buzz -- and real-world deployments.

By George Lawton , Sean Kerner • Jan. 7, 2026

Embedded finance: How CIOs must prepare

Embedded finance is reshaping enterprises, requiring CIOs to own fintech architecture, security and compliance while delivering seamless payments, lending and banking experiences.

By Alison Roller • Jan. 5, 2026

CIO time: How IT leaders manage their calendars

As CIOs juggle long hours and global demands, they rely on deliberate scheduling and trusted assistants to stay focused on key priorities.

By Tim Murphy • Jan. 2, 2026

AI surge fuels dramatic transformation of CIO role

As AI continues to move into the enterprise, the CIO's role is rapidly expanding into AI leadership, scaling AI responsibly and delivering measurable business value.

By Sean Kerner • Dec. 30, 2025

How AI is reshaping IT leadership and the modern CIO

Internal IT succession planning develops CIO-ready leaders, reduces disruption and strengthens organizational resilience through mentoring, assessment and experiential learning.

By Alison Roller • Dec. 22, 2025

Predictable IT spending in an unpredictable economy

As AI and volatility push costs higher, CIOs must adopt flexible budgeting -- rolling forecasts, FinOps and real-time metrics -- to keep IT spend predictable and innovation funded.

By Alison Roller • Dec. 19, 2025

How to identify high-potential IT talent early

To impact your company positively, it's vital to spot talented people early in their employment. Here's why and how.

By Andy Patrizio • Dec. 17, 2025

Top metaverse platforms in 2026, rise of spatial computing

The metaverse is evolving, beginning with its rebranding as spatial computing and its expansion into the workplace. Here are 15 metaverse platforms to watch in 2026.

By Esther Shein, Tim Murphy • Dec. 12, 2025

Regulatory trends every CIO should watch

With new rules shaping data, AI, security, and cloud operations, CIOs must adapt quickly. The challenge is staying compliant without slowing innovation.

By Sean Kerner • Dec. 11, 2025