How are AI trends detected and tracked?

Our AI trend detection system uses OpenAI embeddings and DBSCAN clustering to automatically group related news articles into emerging narratives. Each trend is classified by status (emerging, growing, peaking, declining) based on article velocity and coverage patterns. We update trends 5 times daily.

What emerging AI trends should I watch in 2026?

Currently, 21 AI trends are in the "emerging" phase, meaning they're just starting to gain momentum. These early-stage trends offer the best opportunity for staying ahead of industry developments. Browse our emerging trends filter to discover what's next.

Which AI trends are gaining the most momentum right now?

0 AI trends are currently at peak momentum with maximum industry attention. These "peaking" trends have the highest article velocity and coverage across major tech publications. They represent the topics everyone in AI is discussing right now.

How can I stay updated on AI industry trends?

Race to AGI offers several ways to stay informed: Subscribe to individual trends to get notified when new articles are added, browse trends by category (Technology, Corporate, Regulatory, Social), or filter by company to track specific AI companies. Our daily news digest summarizes the most important developments.

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Discover globally emerging AI trends transforming industries worldwide. Our AI-powered analysis clusters 100+ daily news into key market movements and technology shifts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About AI Trends

We're currently tracking 37 AI trends in 2026. The hottest trends include AI Chip Exports Spark National Security Reckoning, Nvidia's Strategic Play: Groq Talent and Technology Deal, Ethical Oversight Shapes AI Journalism Landscape. These trends are identified by analyzing 100+ daily AI news articles using machine learning clustering algorithms.