We gaze into our crystal ball to predict the tech hits (and misses) of 2026

Wallpaper.com's publication of their 2026 technology predictions highlights the growing importance of AI and robotics in the upcoming year. The article mentions the potential for significant advancements in these fields, which could lead to increased adoption and integration of AI-powered technologies. For website owners, this means that AI bot traffic is likely to become a more prominent aspect of their online presence. As AI technologies improve, the ability of bots to interact with and navigate websites will increase, potentially leading to changes in website design, content, and user experience. Website owners should be prepared to adapt to these changes and consider the implications of AI bot traffic on their online platforms. To prepare for the potential impact of AI on their websites, owners can take several steps: monitor their website's traffic for signs of AI bot activity, update their llms.txt files to reflect changing AI content policies, and consider implementing AI-specific analytics tools to better understand the role of AI in their online presence.