With more than 1.5 billion people worldwide already experiencing some form of hearing loss, the line between consumer audio and hearing health is beginning to fade away. Futuresource Consulting’s latest whitepaper investigates how true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds and next-generation audio technologies are reshaping access to hearing support, challenging long-established categories and opening new opportunities for brands. 

As education continues to evolve in the digital age, so too does the technology that supports it. In our latest Future Session, Claire Kerrison, Principal Analyst and Jeremy Wills, Principal Analyst, Futuresource Consulting explore how display technologies are reshaping classrooms around the world.

We’re seeing a transformative shift in the XR landscape. From immersive gaming to AI-powered smart glasses, the market is alive with potential. In our latest Future Session, Nikolaos Tzoumerkas, Lead Analyst, unpacks the trends defining the future of XR.

AI is becoming central to enhancing the in-car experience, from adaptive content recommendations and real-time noise cancelling, to more intuitive voice assistants and context-aware safety alerts. In this Future Session, Head of Audio Guy Hammett discusses the innovations driving the future of automotive audio, alongside Director of Research Carl Hibbert.

Audiences today have more ways than ever to watch their favourite shows, but with choice comes increasing complexity. This is pushing broadcasters and platforms to rethink their strategies for a multi-device, multi-service world. To stay competitive, providers need to understand how viewers engage across a combination of Pay-TV, premium-tier streaming and ad-supported models. In this latest bulletin, we examine this fragmented landscape and discuss how it can be navigated.

The dynamic entertainment industry is awash with opportunities, and in our latest Future Session, Head of Entertainment James Duvall examines the emerging trends shaping the landscape for 2025 and beyond. He discusses key topics such as the surge in spending, shifting strategies for streaming services, and the ongoing price hikes.

Cut through the noise of AI and emerging technologies with Principal Consultant Simon Forrest's insightful Future Session. Alongside Director of Research Carl Hibbert, Simon delivers an update on where industries are with Artificial Intelligence, evaluating how AI is being implemented, adopted and used practically.