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With 2026 rapidly approaching, the swift pace of AI innovation, combined with the increasing financial, operational, and regulatory fallout from security breaches, makes it clear that advanced cybersecurity technology alone is insufficient. Organisations must now integrate real-world, scenario-based security awareness training to fortify their human defense layer. Explaining the key trends shaping the 2026 threat landscape, Usman Choudhary, Chief Product & Technology Officer, VIPRE Security Group, offers his predictions for the year ahead

"The journalists and creators at CNET Group brands work in labs across the country to test and review the tech you care about, so we know an exciting new product when we see it," said Lindsey Turrentine, Executive Vice President of Content at CNET Group. "This year, we're thrilled to partner with friends at IGN and Everyday Health to add their expertise to the mix, awarding the very best of CES with the highest show honors."

Nostalgia and viral trends are influencing purchases. RetailMeNot surveyed 1,169 U.S. adults and found that 40% of shoppers say nostalgic or viral holiday trends are helping to shape their buying decisions this year. This change in shopping behavior shows this is more than just some clever inspiration on your feeds, consumers are actually starting to buy this stuff in record numbers. 58% of Millennials have purchased (or plan to purchase) based on these cozy nostalgic trends. Among Gen Z, RetailMeNot found 37% are buying based on these trends, while 35% are simply saving ideas and building dream décor boards.