Global Scans · IDC · Weekly Summary

• IDC projects annual data generation will reach 393.9 zettabytes in 2028, growing at a 24.4% compound annual rate from 2023 (IDC). Mango Thrive
• IDC forecasts unstructured data's share of global data generation will decline to less than 83% by 2028, as structured data grows faster (IDC). Mango Thrive
• IDC forecasts a 37.6% CAGR for the broader LCNC and intelligent developer technologies segment through 2028. GEM Corporation
• IDC projects Chinese industrial AI spending will approach RMB 9 billion by 2028 at 38% CAGR. IDC

Last updated: 01 November 2026