Innovative Products & Services to Emerge in 10 Years

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Unveiling a future shaped by innovation, professionals share groundbreaking products and services forecasted to emerge, underpinned by insights. Simplicity and clarity guide the exploration of these potential game-changers, from AI-powered tools to sustainable living solutions.

VR-Driven Personal Training Apps
In the next decade, I foresee the emergence of VR-driven personal training apps that integrate with your biometric data to provide customized, immersive workout experiences. Imagine VR headsets paired with AI algorithms analyzing real-time heart rates, muscle responses, and endurance levels to create workout routines customized to your physiological needs. This innovation can revolutionize not only personal fitness but also how we perceive and engage with exercises. My experience shows the transformative potential of combining emerging technologies like AI for improved user engagement. Similar principles can be applied to create these VR fitness apps, by using AI to adapt routines based on daily performance and interactive feedback. These tools could make fitness more accessible and personalized, mirroring how we’ve used AI to foster custom digital marketing strategies. Consider how app development collaborations have advanced mobile marketing tactics; similar tech partnerships could drive VR fitness apps’ success. By making data-driven adjustments to workout plans, users could achieve optimal fitness results, just as we optimize digital campaigns. - Rodney Moreland, Founder, Celestial Digital Services

Customizable Robotic Companions
In 10 years, I foresee the rise of customizable robotic companions that serve as both personal assistants and emotional support units. Imagine a world where a single device adapts to your unique personality, habits, and preferences, becoming an integral part of your household or workspace. As someone who has propelled advanced robotics products like Robosen’s Elite Optimus Prime and Buzz Lightyear into the market, I’ve witnessed firsthand the potential of combining cutting-edge technology with beloved icons to engage consumers.
We successfully used 3D modeling and interactive design in our launches, capturing consumer imaginations and generating substantial media buzz. With AI advancements and increasing consumer reliance on seamless, integrated tech like the Buzz Lightyear interactive robot, the potential for emotionally intelligent, multi-functional robotics is undeniable. Transcending beyond personalized assistants, they could serve as adaptable caretakers, offering companionship, healthcare insights, and security features, revolutionizing personal and professional spaces alike. - Tony Crisp, CEO & Co-Founder, CRISPx

Digital Legacy Platform
One innovative product that we foresee existing in 10 years, which does not exist today, is a digital legacy platform that seamlessly integrates AI holography with immersive augmented reality. This platform would capture and preserve the essence of individuals — beyond static images or recordings — by creating lifelike, interactive holograms that enable real-time conversations with those who have passed. We believe this is possible because, as technology evolves, our desire for connection, memory preservation, and guidance from our loved ones only grows stronger. By blending AI-driven holograms with AR, we can create a living archive of personal wisdom and experiences that transcends time. Not only does this empower future generations to learn from the past in a deeply personal way, but it also redefines how we honor our legacy and preserve human experience for the digital age. - Michelle Gomes, CoFounder & CEO, Evaheld

AI-Driven Behavioral Analysis Tool
One innovative product I foresee in the next decade is a comprehensive AI-driven behavioral analysis tool for personal mental health optimization. This tool would integrate seamlessly with existing personal tech like smartphones and smart home devices to monitor emotional triggers and suggest personalized coping mechanisms in real-time. Having witnessed the powerful impact of storytelling and design in creating connections, this technology could leverage those insights to offer custom therapeutic narratives. With the increasing integration of AI, we’ve seen how data-driven insights can transform strategies. Applying a similar approach, this tool could revolutionize mental health by offering continuous, personalized support. Through my ventures, especially in media and design, I’ve seen how important narratives and human-centric design can be. This tool would offer those in the mental health space the narratives they need to better understand themselves, ultimately enhancing emotional well-being and resilience. - Milan Kordestani, CEO, Ankord Media

Portable Sanitation Unit
In 10 years, I envision the development of a portable sanitation unit with integrated waste-to-resource technology. From recent prototypes like Caltech’s solar-powered toilet, these units could transform waste into usable products like fertilizer and hydrogen energy. Imagine a festival or construction site where every portable restroom not only handles human waste but also generates renewable energy, contributing to sustainability initiatives. Additionally, leveraging AI and IoT in sanitation solutions will offer user-centric insights. Picture a self-monitoring portable restroom that alerts service providers when it’s reaching capacity or needs maintenance. This real-time data not only ensures hygiene but optimizes operational efficiency, reducing environmental impact and costs.
My role positions me to see how infrastructure changes can drastically improve both user experience and environmental outcomes. The advancements will reshape portable sanitation, making it not only more efficient but an active participant in ecological sustainability. - Michelle Amelse, Vice President of Marketing and Customer Success, Satellite Industries

Web3 and AR/VR Community Platform
In ten years, I envision a groundbreaking platform that combines Web3 with advanced augmented and virtual reality capabilities to revolutionize community engagement for creators and brands. I’ve seen how integrating blockchain, NFTs, and AR/VR can reshape how fans interact, moving beyond traditional social media. This platform would allow creators to build immersive virtual worlds for their audiences, offering exclusive events and digital collectibles that can be experienced globally.
Our use of these technologies has shown significant promise in changing the fan experience into a gamified, rewarding journey. Just as we’ve introduced branded credit and debit cards with unique financial rewards, this future platform would leverage AI to offer personalized fan experiences, simulating real-world interactions in the digital space. It’s about creating proximity and emotional connection, turning fans into co-creators through interactive storytelling and real-time engagement. This kind of innovation addresses current limitations in fan monetization, providing a decentralized, secure space where creators control their relationships and revenue streams. It’s the next step in digital engagement, one that aligns perfectly with the values of freedom and community that have driven my career. From the success of virtual concerts to proprietary algorithms for super-fans, I’ve seen the potential of this vision unfolding, and I’m excited for what the future holds.
- Samir ElKamouny AV, Co-Founder & CEO, Avanti3

Self-Cooking Smart Oven
As an expert on kitchen appliances, I dream of a “Self-Cooking Smart Oven” — an oven that can scan ingredients (using sensors or RFID tags), suggest recipes based on what’s inside, and cook the meal perfectly with zero input. Furthermore, it would be able to accommodate dietary restrictions and plate the food with the help of robotic arms. Imagine this: you load in your groceries — let’s say chicken, broccoli, and a bag of rice — and built-in sensors detect every item. The oven cross-checks your ingredients with a database of more than 10,000 recipes, then suggests a meal, such as “Lemon Garlic Chicken with Rice and Steamed Broccoli.” It calculates exact cooking times and temperatures — 375°F for the chicken, a quick steam for the veggies — does it all hands-free, including plating and cleaning by itself with sleek robotic arms. AI calculation can also cut food waste by 20% (based on current U.S. stats) by using exactly what you have, tailored to your preferences, like low-carb or gluten-free. Why will it succeed? Life’s busy, and by 2035, time-saving tools will be gold. Think Sunday meal prep, done in 30 minutes with no stress. It’s not just cooking; it’s a personal chef designed for the everyday kitchen, solving real hassles that every family has.
- Sofia Wang, Sr. Marketing Specialist, Luxury Appliances Division, EMPAVA

Personalized Cannabinoid Therapy
In ten years, I expect to see personalized cannabinoid therapy platforms built on genetic profiling. These services will analyze your DNA and metabolic data to recommend exact cannabinoid ratios, terpenes, and delivery formats tailored to your biology. Instead of trial-and-error dosing or strain guesswork, you’ll receive precision treatment plans that evolve with your body’s response. Think pharmacogenomics applied to cannabis care. The goal will be accuracy, consistency, and reduced side effects.
Patients managing chronic pain, anxiety, or neurodegenerative conditions waste time on ineffective products. They need dosing and formulation based on their biomarkers, not generic advice. With rapid growth in consumer genetic testing, AI diagnostics, and clinical cannabis research, this shift is already forming. The next phase will link the data to actionable care plans. That’s where the real value will be — bridging science with convenience in the hands of patients. I’ve seen thousands of people find relief after years of frustration, but it shouldn’t take that long. Technology exists to shorten that path. The barrier has been fragmented research and lack of infrastructure. Ten years from now, patients will expect personalized cannabis care the same way they expect tailored nutrition or fitness programs today. That future will remove friction, reduce costs, and deliver better results for the people who rely on this medicine daily. - Aspen Noonan, CEO, Elevate Holistics

AI-Powered Learning Companion
I believe we’ll see the rise of an AI-powered companion designed to support both learning and emotional growth for children. This product would adapt to a child’s cognitive and emotional needs, offering personalized guidance and activities to help them learn, regulate emotions, and develop social skills. For example, if a child feels frustrated, the companion could offer calming techniques or positive encouragement. This aligns with what we know about child development: emotional and cognitive growth are intertwined. Parents today often struggle to balance academic support with emotional guidance. This AI companion could help by providing real-time support, combining learning with emotional intelligence, similar to how educational toys encourage hands-on skills and positive habits. For parents, this product would simplify the challenges of modern parenting. It offers a one-stop solution for learning, emotional support, and even oral health habits, helping parents raise well-rounded children with less stress. As the product grows with the child, it provides ongoing support, making parenting a little easier and more confident. - Mona Hovaizi, Founder & CEO, Gaux

Dynamic AI-Optimized Solar Energy
The solar sector will move away from passive energy harvesting to dynamic, AI-optimized energy. In 10 years, homeowners will no longer have fixed solar panel output. Rather, smart grids embedded within will modulate energy production and consumption in real-time, optimizing efficiency depending on weather, grid load, and home use. These systems will buffer excess energy when prices are low and supply it when prices peak, rendering energy independence more feasible. Battery technology will also advance beyond lithium-ion. New materials, including solid-state and sodium-based alternatives, will provide safer, longer-lasting storage at lower costs. This will eliminate the biggest barrier to full solar adoption — reliable energy storage. Homeowners will see seamless automation, where AI manages energy flows without user input, ensuring uninterrupted power while reducing reliance on traditional utilities. The shift won’t be optional. Energy costs will keep rising, and outdated grids will struggle to meet demand. Smart energy systems will be the only way to maintain affordable, consistent power. Those who adopt early will have a financial and operational advantage, securing energy resilience before it becomes a necessity. - Phill Stevens, Founder & CEO, Avail Solar

Sustainable Smart Homes
I believe that in the coming decade, we’ll see sustainable smart homes become commonplace, effortlessly blending green technologies into daily life. Picture houses entirely fueled by renewable power, with solar panels not only on rooftops but also built into walls and glass surfaces. These homes could actively track energy usage, pinpointing opportunities to minimize waste and lessen their ecological footprint. High-efficiency systems might sync with intelligent appliances, tweaking heating or cooling based on weather conditions or activity levels. I view this as a vital move toward addressing climate change, especially as more people become aware of their environmental impact. Personally, I’d be thrilled to live in a home like this, where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. It’s not just something out of science fiction — it’s a necessity for a greener world and a more intelligent way of living. - Valentin Radu, CEO & Founder, Blogger, Speaker, Podcaster, Omniconvert

AI-Based Customized Coaching Platforms
In the coming ten years, I envision a significant shift towards customized coaching platforms based on artificial intelligence that can transform the way we learn and develop personally and professionally. These platforms will utilize state-of-the-art artificial intelligence to provide highly personalized coaching sessions that align with one’s individual goals, emotional needs, and behavioral patterns. Based on feedback generated through a person’s daily tasks and activities, the platform will also offer responsive, real-time feedback that adapts to the user’s changing needs. Currently, we have numerous apps providing productivity or mental wellness assistance, but the real value lies in systems that offer adaptive, dynamic coaching. A platform like this would function as a personal coach, constantly refining its approach to provide direct advice for improving decision-making, stress management, and leadership skills. It would not only suggest actions to take but also monitor progress and adapt based on that feedback. This development would have far-reaching implications for individuals and organizations. Workers could receive real-time, personalized support, driving growth and enhancing performance at every level. By integrating such platforms, businesses would likely see a more productive and engaged workforce. As we continue to innovate new ways to improve performance, AI-based coaching could become the next significant phenomenon in personal development, offering a scalable, efficient solution for sustained success.
- Tony Nutley, Founder & CEO, UK College of Personal Development

Automated E-Waste Recycling System
Consumer technology will look different in a decade, but one product that will reshape daily life is a fully automated e-waste recycling system built into smart homes and public spaces. People upgrade devices constantly, yet responsible disposal remains inconvenient. A seamless solution would remove barriers and drive higher participation. A future recycling system could integrate AI-driven sorting, robotic collection, and instant valuation. Smart bins at home or work would scan and sort electronics, identifying salvageable components and hazardous materials. Public kiosks would offer automated trade-in options, providing instant compensation or donation opportunities. By streamlining the process, more devices would be repurposed instead of discarded. Adoption will hinge on incentives and ease of use. When recycling becomes as effortless as buying a new device, participation will rise. Companies that embrace automation and consumer convenience will set the standard for sustainability in the next decade. - Alec Loeb, VP of Growth Marketing, EcoATM

Biometric Payment Systems
I believe biometric payment systems will exist everywhere in the next ten years. Imagine a world where you buy things by simply looking at a scanner or pressing your finger on a pad — no wallet needed, no phone required. Your body becomes your credit card. The unique patterns in your eyes, face, or hands will work as your personal payment ID. These systems offer amazing safety benefits. Credit cards get stolen and passwords get hacked, but nobody can copy your specific biological markers. This gives us protection we’ve never had before when spending money. It will expand beyond basic retail purchases to handle subscriptions, recurring bills, and small daily expenses. The technology will integrate seamlessly with existing financial networks while adding new capabilities. Perhaps most importantly, buying things will become much simpler. When you see something you want, you’ll be able to get it right away without the extra steps we have today. Business dealings will feel more direct and personal. This new way to pay will deeply change how we deal with banks, stores, and money in general, making everyday life easier for everyone involved. - Matt Bowman, Founder, Thrive Local

Smart Subflooring Systems
In ten years, smart subflooring systems will replace traditional moisture barriers and underlayments. These systems will monitor temperature, humidity, and subfloor movement in real-time. They will connect directly to mobile apps or home automation platforms. Homeowners and installers will track environmental conditions under the flooring and receive alerts before damage occurs. This will eliminate guesswork in installations and extend product life. Most claims and callbacks stem from installation problems, not material defects. Moisture buildup, poor acclimation, or subfloor movement are the usual causes. A smart subfloor will detect those issues early. The system will include thin sensors embedded in the underlayment, with no impact on feel or sound. For high-traffic homes or second properties, alerts will prevent long-term damage and protect warranty coverage. It will also help professionals prove proper conditions at install time. Retailers and brands will collect anonymized data to improve product development. Patterns from millions of installations will guide improvements in construction, installation recommendations, and even regional product offerings. Customers expect more from their homes and demand fewer surprises. This innovation will bring transparency and confidence to a part of the process most buyers ignore until something goes wrong. We will see flooring shift from a static material to an integrated part of smart homes. This change will drive better outcomes for homeowners, installers, and retailers. - Patrick Dinehart, CMO, ReallyCheapFloors.com

Phygital Sports Integration
We continually monitor advancements that shape the professional sports landscape. One innovation poised to emerge within the next decade is the integration of phygital sports, which seamlessly blend physical athleticism with digital technology to create immersive, hybrid experiences. The Metaverse Gaming League (MGL) exemplifies this trend, combining traditional sports elements with virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. Athletes in the MGL compete in both physical and virtual arenas, utilizing advanced wearables and immersive environments to enhance performance and engagement. This fusion not only redefines athletic competition but also offers fans interactive experiences that transcend conventional viewing.

The rise of phygital sports is driven by several factors:
1. Technological Advancements: Innovations in VR, AR, and wearable technology enable the creation of immersive environments that augment physical activities.
2. Enhanced Fan Engagement: Phygital experiences offer fans novel ways to interact with sports, fostering deeper connections and expanding audience reach.
3. New Revenue Streams: The convergence of physical and digital platforms opens opportunities for monetization through virtual merchandise, in-game purchases, and exclusive content.

As this trend evolves, businesses like ours can anticipate increased demand for memorabilia that bridges the physical and digital realms, such as authenticated digital collectibles and augmented reality-enhanced products. Embracing these innovations will be key to staying relevant and meeting the expectations of the next generation of sports enthusiasts.
Windy Pierre, eCommerce Growth Marketer, True Sports Fan