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Top U.S. Tech Trends to Watch in 2026: 🧠 𝗔𝗜 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗛𝘆𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 Artificial Intelligence remains the single biggest driver of tech transformation – but in 2026 the focus sharpens on practical value and adoption: →AI shifts toward measurable ROI and real business outcomes. →Businesses embed AI across workflows and processes. →Agentic AI emerges as a differentiator. What this means → AI isn’t experimental anymore: it’s mission-critical infrastructure. 🤖 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 – 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗮𝘅𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘀 Transportation and robotics innovation are accelerating: →Robotaxi expansion across U.S. metros. →Humanoid and home robots enter consumer and industrial spaces. Impact → Autonomous systems move from futuristic to widely visible. ☁️ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱 + 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 Cloud computing reinvents itself in response to AI demand: →Industry-specific platforms scale. →Hybrid and multi-cloud adoption grows. →AI-native compute becomes standard. Takeaway → Generic cloud gives way to purpose-built platforms. 🕶️ 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 & 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 Augmented reality and wearables reshape digital interaction: →AI-powered AR glasses approach product-market fit. →Spatial computing blends digital and physical worlds. Result → Tech shifts beyond screens into ambient information. 🛡️ 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗔𝗜 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 As AI surges, cyber risk evolves: →AI tools enhance threats. →AI-driven defences become essential. Bottom line → Security becomes a competitive differentiator. 🧬 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 & 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝘀𝗲 Cutting-edge computing shifts into deployment: →Quantum moves from labs into early enterprise use. →Edge AI brings intelligence to devices. Implication → Partial deployment today, long-term potential tomorrow. 🚗 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Technology in mobility evolves: →Vehicles integrate AI for safety and experience. Trend snapshot → Cars become AI-enabled platforms. 🏭 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 & 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 From warehouses to smart factories: →Humanoid robots near rollout. →AI transforms supply chain and automation. Outcome → More domestic manufacturing with robotic augmentation. Dylan C. #US #USTechTrends #USA #PredictedTechTrends2026

Follow Nikola Orzelek’s Promotion Journey and listen to her top tips on how she did it! 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 Nik has had a fantastic career at Oakwell Hampton Group so far, excited to see what she achieves next!

Software Leaders in Hilversum reach out to Nikola O.... A company operating where complex supply chains meet 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 - building tools designed to bring clarity, speed, and efficiency to an industry that’s evolving fast. Salary - €130,000 plus benefits 3 days a week onsite Tech Stack - .NET, TypeScript, VueJS Hiring now!

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸. ❔ Any questions on this partnership, or interested in joining their team? Reach out to Simon Grimshaw

Oakwell Hampton Group 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝟭𝟬! 2016 - 2026 🍾

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 | 🇳🇱 We are extremely excited to be partnering with a new stealth client in the AI-driven healthcare space - one that’s truly changing how clinical data can be used safely, responsibly, and at scale. This organisation is quietly building some of the most trustworthy AI systems in healthcare. Their technology isn’t confined to labs or concept decks, it’s already being deployed in live clinical and research environments, where privacy, accuracy and real-world outcomes genuinely matter. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 - 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘆, 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗼𝘂𝗿. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of healthcare, not in theory, but where it counts - drop Daniel Cullen a message! 📧 d.cullen@oakwellhampton.com

This year, we’re moving with 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Expanding our impact, backing brilliant talent, and supporting the delivery of projects that make a real difference. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀. 💫

New Role for all the new business hunters in my network !! Incredible company and role. True momentum and potential for success here !!! 🍾📈 Hunter Mindset>Experience for this client 🧠🤳🏻 Apply Now !!!!

Thinking about a career move in 2026? Let’s talk — Data & BI Analyst role (Hybrid, The Hague) 🇳🇱 I’m keen to speak with BI / Data Analysts who may be considering a change in 2026. I’m partnering with a fast-growing data specialist that delivers cutting-edge, data-driven solutions for major organisations — including a leading European airport group, a global manufacturing giant, and the Netherlands’ top energy provider. They’re now looking for a Data / BI Analyst to join them at an exciting stage of growth. 💼 Role: Data & BI Analyst 📍 Location: Hybrid – The Hague (2 days per week in the office) 💰 Salary: €4,000 – €6,000 per month 🗣 Language: Fluent Dutch required Why this role? You’ll turn complex business data into clear, actionable insights that directly influence decision-making and performance management. Working in a close-knit, collaborative team, you’ll design dashboards, reports, and interactive visualisations using Microsoft Power BI, while helping customers unlock the real value of their data. This is not a “cog in the machine” role — you’ll be part of a team that values ownership, innovation, and impact from day one. 🔍 What you’ll be doing: ✔ Designing and building Power BI dashboards and reports ✔ Translating business requirements into data-driven solutions ✔ Collecting, modelling, and preparing data using SQL ✔ Working with cloud and on-prem data sources (AWS, Azure, GCP) ✔ Collaborating with data engineers on data models ✔ Supporting and upskilling users in Power BI 🎯 What they’re looking for: - 1–3 years of experience with Power BI - Strong SQL skills for data preparation and analysis - Solid understanding of data modelling, ETL & data warehousing - Experience delivering BI solutions in larger organisations - Professional or fluent Dutch 🌟 What’s on offer: ✅ Cutting-edge BI technologies ✅ International, high-impact projects ✅ Hybrid working & flexible culture ✅ Continuous learning and growth ✅ Fun, collaborative, and innovative team 📩 Curious, even if you’re not actively looking yet? Let’s have a confidential chat — feel free to message me or comment below. #DataAnalyst #BIAnalyst #BIDeveloper #PowerBI #SQL #Analytics

🚀 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 | 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 🇳🇱 Over the past 12 months, we’ve been working exclusively with an ambitious logistics-focused tech business based in the Netherlands. A company operating where complex supply chains meet 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 - building tools designed to bring clarity, speed, and efficiency to an industry that’s evolving fast. During the last year, we’ve supported the scaling of their team as they moved through a 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 - hiring people who don’t just fill roles, but help shape what comes next. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘄? 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻. Proud to be a trusted partner behind the scenes and very excited for what’s ahead. 👀 Watch this space. ❔❔❔ For any questions around this client in particular, feel free to reach out to Nikola O. - n.orzelek@oakwellhampton.com