Brian Hopkins,

Brian Hopkins

VP, Emerging Technology & Principal Analyst

Brian’s research helps clients navigate technology innovation in AI and quantum computing. His work on AI value management provides insights into how companies can move from uncertainty to achieving real, measurable value over time. Brian’s research on AI computing offers a long-term perspective on how emerging AI capabilities (e.g., generative AI, agentic models, AI agents) will impact enterprises over the next 20 years. Brian is also pioneering Forrester’s research on artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its implications for AI safety as well as advising clients on the current state and future of quantum computing.

As VP of Emerging Technology, Brian leads Forrester’s flagship reports on emerging technologies, providing data-driven insights and frameworks to help enterprises prepare for the technology of tomorrow.

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What research can you expect from Forrester in the next 12 months? Updated biweekly, our publishing plan will keep you current with market and technology trends. Use the link below to download a list of our upcoming research.

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April 21st, 2026 3:00 PM - 3:40 PM Webinar

The Top 10 Emerging Technologies In 2026

Staying on top of emerging technologies is crucial for tech executives to adapt and drive growth. While AI often captures the spotlight, there are a multitude of other emerging technologies that are gaining momentum and proving instrumental in helping enterprises rapidly respond to change and foster growth.Curious to know what these new emerging technologies are? Wondering why our analysts say that they’re crucial to succeeding in today’s dynamic landscape?Join us for one of the most highly anticipated webinars of the year, where we’ll unveil the top 10 emerging technologies for 2026. Be among the first to see the big reveal and gain analyst perspective on how to put these technologies to work for your enterprise. Key takeaways: Learn about the top 10 emerging technologies for 2026. Explore use cases and benefits of each technology. Understand how leveraging emerging technologies can help tech leaders respond to change. Discover which technologies didn’t make the list (and why).Target audience level: intermediate
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