These seven technologies stood out at CES 2026 for that reason. Not because they were the most powerful or the most polished, but because they felt familiar in a way that science fiction has been preparing us for.

Uber has the business numbers to back up its name recognition. It dominates about three-quarters of the ridesharing market in the United States, a practical duopoly with arch-rival Lyft. Uber operates globally, too. It services approximately 15,000 cities worldwide, in more than 70 countries.

From preventative artificial intelligence to more accurate notifications, these are the new home security technologies you should look for this year.

Autonomous vehicles (AV) are poised for explosive growth in 2026, with advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) reasoning models and sensor technology enhancing safety and reliability. Regulatory approvals are expanding in major markets,

Shares of Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) took flight in 2025, soaring 135% for the year. The dawn of generative AI represented a singular opportunity, and the company tapped into its vast experience to help usher businesses into the 21st century.

In multi-tier supply chains, trust is often the first casualty of complexity. Blockchain is helping to restore it by creating a shared, tamper-proof ledger accessible to all participants—manufacturers, suppliers and contractors alike.

HERE and Amazon collaborate to offer uniquely branded, conversational AI navigation for automakers Las Vegas, NV -- At CES 2026, HERE Technologies, the leading digital mapping and location data company,

Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ: OPEN) stock has been an unanticipated winner over the past few months, with meme stock status fueled by social media and retail investor momentum. It ended 2025 up 264%, but it's been falling over the past few months.

Babcock has signed a MOU with Estonian defense technology company Frankenburg Technologies to explore the development of a new and affordable C-UAS

SoFi Technologies is still a Strong Buy after a 17% drop. See earnings beats, user growth, and catalysts—get the latest on SOFI stock outlook and decide now.

SoFi Technologies ( SOFI +3.85%) could be an excellent growth stock to park $100 for the next five years. The shares surged 70% in 2025. The stock currently trades at 51 times this year's earnings projection, which might look expensive for a financial services company, but SoFi is growing rapidly.