HANGZHOU, China, Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As we enter 2026, the convergence of AI and IoT infrastructure is reshaping industries, unlocking unprecedented opportunities to optimize operations, enhance security, and improve sustainability. Here are Hikvision's forecasts of the five key trends shaping the AIoT landscape in 2026.
1. Scenario-based AIoT solutions are rapidly unlocking new business value
Thanks to AIoT, we are witnessing a profound digital shift moving beyond basic IT informatization to deep integration with Operational Technology (OT). Business value is no longer created by fragmented data collection, but increasingly by harvesting insights naturally and continuously from daily operations. By embedding perception capabilities into specific real-world scenarios, AIoT enables automated agility and real-time decisions, rapidly generating new business value.
2. Large-scale AI models are evolving into new capabilities for "AI+"
Large-scale AI models are empowering the core analysis and processing flow through "AI+" integration. While large language models have revolutionized human-digital interaction, industry-specific models are now reshaping how IoT data interacts with the physical world. We can already see that by embedding AI into data analysis and signal processing, these models significantly enhance precision and efficiency. AI Agents are now bridging the gap between perception and human intent, enabling users to communicate naturally using everyday language.
3. Edge AI is transforming devices from data collectors to intelligent analyzers
Increasingly, the "Cloud + AI" model is no longer the only option for enterprise digitalization. By moving AI functions from the cloud to the edge, organizations can achieve millisecond-level response times, operate seamlessly offline, and maintain on-premises privacy.
This localized architecture extends its value by greatly optimizing storage efficiency. This is particularly significant for complex video analysis. Edge devices can now precisely identify key targets such as people or vehicles at the source. Then, the system applies differentiated encoding—preserving critical foreground details, while compressing background areas. This drastically reduces storage requirements without sacrificing visual clarity.
4. Responsible AI is embedding ethics into every stage of innovation
AI is transforming our lives, work, and business at an unprecedented pace. Yet, this revolution brings a critical responsibility: to ensure innovation unfolds safely, ethically, transparently, and beneficially for all. Responsible AI is no longer optional—it is both a moral imperative and a strategic necessity that builds trust, mitigates risk, and drives long-term innovation.
It should permeate the entire AI lifecycle—from research and development to deployment and real-world application.
5. AIoT is expanding technology's role from business to society and environment
AIoT is now being widely adopted for broader social and environmental applications, demonstrating how intelligent systems can serve humanity and nature. Specialized AIoT devices are revolutionizing conservation efforts, from wildlife monitoring to vegetation health tracking. For example, crop growth monitoring systems that leverage AIoT technologies for large-scale, real-time analysis are becoming increasingly widespread in agriculture, enabling precise management and optimizing yields through digitization.
To discover more about Hikvision's insights and the latest trends in AIoT technologies, please visit Hikvision Blog.
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Hikvision forecasts top 5 AIoT trends in 2026
HONG KONG, Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The exhibition and awards ceremony for the 2nd Generative AI Art Creation Competition "Words as Brushstrokes – Poetry in Motion," organized by DigiGear and honorably sponsored by Payment Asia, was successfully held today at the Leung Kwan Yick Yau Ma Tei Community Centre Hall. As the event sponsor, Payment Asia consistently upholds its long-term commitment to nurturing local innovation talent and fostering deep integration between art and technology through concrete actions, promoting the application of artificial intelligence and the development of STEM education. Ms. Tanya Yeung, Hong Kong Sales Director of Payment Asia, attended the ceremony to present awards, demonstrating support for the fusion of local innovation technology and arts education.
Building on the success and enthusiastic response of the inaugural competition, this year's edition saw significant expansion in scale, attracting participation from over 240 primary and secondary schools and receiving more than 2,000 student submissions. This fully demonstrates the immense potential of generative AI in stimulating creativity, advancing interdisciplinary education, and promoting Chinese culture. The competition continued its theme of generating AI works based on classical Chinese poetry, using "Art-Tech" as a bridge to guide students in applying artificial intelligence technology. This year also introduced an AI video creation category for the first time, encouraging students to explore diverse expressions by combining dynamic imagery with poetry, thereby deepening the integration of technology and art.
During the event, numerous award-winning and outstanding works were exhibited, allowing the public to experience firsthand how students transformed the imagery, emotions, and imagination from poetry into vivid visual art through AI technology. The awards ceremony was conducted separately for primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary school categories, with public exhibition sessions attracting many educators, parents, and art-tech enthusiasts to appreciate the works and engage in exchanges.
The ceremony also featured other distinguished guests who presented awards and shared insights, including Dr. Tian Liang, Council Member of the Hong Kong STEAM Education Association, and Ms. Sharon Guan, Founder of LAFAVEUR and Deputy Director of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Textiles. The guests exchanged views with attending students, teachers, and the audience on trends in the integration of culture, creativity, and technology, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
Ms. Tanya Yeung, stated, "Payment Asia has long been committed to supporting the development and application of artificial intelligence technology. We firmly believe that technology is a vital force driving social innovation. Our sponsorship of the 'Words as Brushstrokes' competition aims to encourage the younger generation to boldly embrace AI tools, combining profound cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology to create artistic expressions unique to this era. Seeing students vividly interpret the essence of classical poetry through AI is the best manifestation of the achievements in Art-Tech integrated education."
Mr. Eric Suen, Founder of event organizer DigiGear, stated, "We launched the 'Words as Brushstrokes' competition to provide a platform for students to freely explore the creative potential of AI. By integrating classical poetry with generative AI, we have witnessed not only the new vitality technology brings to traditional culture but also the boundless creativity of Hong Kong students in merging humanities and technology. Moving forward, DigiGear will continue to promote more Art-Tech education initiatives to support the development of Hong Kong's innovation and technology ecosystem."
The exhibition and awards ceremony featured a compact yet rich schedule: the primary school awards ceremony began at 10:30 AM, followed by an exhibition session. The junior secondary and senior secondary school ceremonies were held in the afternoon, with public viewings arranged in between, allowing attendees to appreciate the creative achievements of each category in detail.
As artificial intelligence technology becomes increasingly prevalent, the education sector is actively exploring its potential integration with traditional disciplines. This competition not only provided students with a platform to showcase their creativity but also opened new horizons for STEAM education and cultural arts education in Hong Kong, demonstrating the infinite possibilities arising from the convergence of technology and humanities.
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Payment Asia Supports Integration of Art and Technology as AI Art Creation Competition "Words as Brushstrokes" ConcludesOver 2,000 Student Works Interpret Classical Poetry through AI
