Global Scans · Software · Weekly Summary

• [New] By 2026, AI is expected to handle 70-80% of routine coding tasks, significantly transforming software development practices. Netguru
• [New] Software development will see AI tools evolve from productivity boosters to key partners in every development phase by 2026. Netguru
• [New] Agentic AI ends the era of standalone software: Next year will mark the tipping point for connected intelligence. Pubs - Bio-IT World
• [New] The third annual NVIDIA State of AI in Retail and CPG survey shows why nine in 10 retailers will increase AI budgets in 2026, focusing on open-source models and software, as well as agentic and physical AI. NVIDIA Blog
• [New] By 2026, business software will no longer be judged primarily on feature count or interface polish. CompareCamp.com
• [New] As AI-generated content becomes ubiquitous, businesses that treat content integrity as a software requirement rather than an afterthought will be better positioned to protect their brand, maintain search visibility, and scale responsibly through 2026 and beyond. CompareCamp.com
• [New] TomTom's AI-powered Orbis Maps will be integrated as a core mapping layer within CARIAD's automated driving software stack - supporting Volkswagen Group's next generation of intelligent, safe and scalable driving systems. SBD Automotive
• [New] Software vendors and cloud providers are bearing the burden of the expected trillion-dollar increase in AI spending in 2026, as investment hits $2.52 trillion. The Register
• [New] Nvidia Targets Level 4 Robotaxis by 2027 At CES 2026 on Monday, Nvidia said it is working with robotaxi operators to deploy fleets powered by its AI chips and Drive AV software as early as 2027. DayTraders
• [New] In 2026, the biggest divide in software engineering will not be senior vs junior, frontend vs backend, or even builders vs managers; it will be AI-native engineers versus AI-resistant engineers. Developer-First
• [New] In 2026, the real AI gold rush will not be about generating new code, it will be about maintaining, refactoring, and continuously evolving the oceans of existing enterprise software. Developer-First
• [New] AI investment, including infrastructure, hiring AI experts and software, will increase in 2027, according to nine out of 10 survey respondents. NVIDIA Blog
• [New] In 2026, cloud-native SAM solutions will be the norm, offering greater scalability, flexibility, and real-time visibility into your cloud software consumption. OpenLM
• [New] In 2026, we will see a stronger emphasis on a unified approach to managing all IT assets, including hardware, software, and cloud resources. OpenLM
• [New] Updated vehicle models incorporate new software features, including three-dimensional navigation systems claimed to be China's first nationally-available 3D lane-level mapping; advanced hazard alerts detecting dangers beyond immediate sight lines, and improvements to autonomous driving systems. Automotive World
• [New] Cybersecurity Threats: With software supply chain attacks on the rise, 68% of IT leaders cite security and data privacy as their top concerns over the next 3 years. CMARIX InfoTech Blogs
• AI will play an increasingly central role in software testing beyond 2026. Breaking AC
• Wealth Management AI Is Coming to Your Steering Wheel Adoption of vehicles with partial to full automation is likely to accelerate, creating a $200 billion opportunity for automakers, hardware and software companies in the next five years. Morgan Stanley
• By component, the software segment is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 32.5% between 2026 to 2035. Precedence Research
• In 2026, expect to see AI-powered SAM tools that can automatically identify software installations, track usage patterns, and even predict future licensing needs with remarkable accuracy. OpenLM
• Global AI software spending alone will exceed $300 billion by the end of the decade. FinExtra
• On Monday, Nvidia unveiled its open-source self-driving software platform, which it plans to deploy in robotaxi fleets starting in 2027. EV
• Video game software revenue will likely cross the $200bn mark globally for the first time. Video Games Industry Memo

Last updated: 19 January 2026