Wearable technologies in 2025: TeamViewer, a global leader in remote connectivity solutions, goes beyond the present and outlines a near future in which technological innovation will radically transform how we work. According to predictions by Matt Wyatt, Vice President of Professional Services EMEA & AMS at TeamViewer, 2025 will be a pivotal year, marked by the widespread adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality and quantum computing.
Tech giants like Apple, with its PQ3 post-quantum cryptographic protocol for iMessage, are already working in this area. However, many other smaller companies are also following this path, aware that the so-called “Q Day”-the moment when quantum computers will crack encryption algorithms-may come sooner than expected. Just think of ChatGPT and the sudden changes in the AI field over the past two years. Few predicted this mass adoption would happen so quickly, and now it is almost hard to find a product or service that does not incorporate it.
Artificial intelligence has dominated cybersecurity discussions recently, often accompanied by unrealistic expectations. In 2025, it will enter a phase of greater maturity in which AI applications will offer tangible results. The recently published study by TeamViewer finds that 65 per cent of decision-makers want to implement AI in their work very concretely. The past two years have been years of exploration; now, companies want to see a return on their investments in AI. For cybersecurity professionals, AI has great potential to automate the most repetitive and tedious tasks, freeing up resources that can focus on more important projects. Companies need to start adopting post-quantum cryptographic standards now to mitigate future vulnerabilities. History shows that technological revolutions like AI can accelerate faster than expected.
Logistics becomes “wearable”
In the logistics industry, efficiency and speed are key. Traditional mobile devices, however, can no longer meet operators’ growing needs. TeamViewer anticipates a massive adoption of wearable technologies such as smart glasses, which enable hands-free working, real-time information, and seamless interaction with business systems. This transition will increase productivity and improve worker comfort and safety.
Predictive maintenance: the union of AI and AR
The manufacturing industry is about to experience a real revolution with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) into maintenance processes. AI systems, powered by a constant flow of data from machinery, can predict failures well in advance, avoiding costly production downtime. AR, on the other hand, will provide field technicians with real-time visual support, guiding them step-by-step through repair operations and enabling remote collaboration with experts.
Cybersecurity in the post-quantum era
The year 2025 will mark the beginning of a new era for cybersecurity with the advent of quantum computing. Quantum computers, with their unprecedented computing power, pose a threat to current encryption systems. Therefore, TeamViewer stresses the urgency for companies to adopt post-quantum cryptographic standards that can withstand attacks from these new supercomputers. The lesson of the rapid rise of AI, which has surprised many by its speed of deployment, teaches us that the pace of innovation should not be underestimated.
AI in the service of cybersecurity
Artificial intelligence is not only a threat but also an opportunity for cybersecurity. In 2025, we will see a more mature and informed use of AI in this area. Machine learning algorithms will be used to automate repetitive tasks, analyse large amounts of data and identify suspicious anomalies, freeing cybersecurity professionals to focus on more strategic tasks.
A future of challenges and opportunities
The year 2025 is shaping up to be one of great change and challenges for companies worldwide. TeamViewer stresses the importance of embracing innovation, fostering collaboration, and adapting quickly to new technologies. Only then can companies seize the opportunities presented by this new technological era and thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
