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Gartner (NYSE:IT) has released a groundbreaking forecast about the future of cybersecurity, predicting that preemptive cybersecurity solutions will represent 50% of IT security spending by 2030, up from less than 5% in 2024.

The report highlights that traditional detection and response (DR) solutions will be replaced by advanced AI and machine learning-based preemptive technologies. Gartner forecasts that Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) will surge 300% to over 1 million by 2030, up from 277,000 in 2025.

The research emphasizes the critical role of the Autonomous Cyber Immune System (ACIS) and predicts a shift toward specialized, niche-focused security solutions powered by agentic AI and domain-specific language models, particularly in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has released a significant prediction about the future of customer service, stating that none of the Fortune 500 companies will completely eliminate human customer service by 2028. The research firm emphasizes that while AI is transforming customer service, human agents remain essential for complex situations and relationship building.

According to Gartner's analysis, 50% of organizations planning significant service workforce reductions due to AI will abandon these plans by 2027, as many will fail to achieve their agentless staffing goals. The company recommends organizations focus on using technology to enhance support while maintaining human talent for handling complex, high-value customer interactions.

Gartner (NYSE: IT) has announced its flagship event, Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2025, scheduled for October 20-23 at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The conference, positioned as the world's most important gathering of CIOs and IT executives, expects to attract over 8,000 senior leaders.

The event will feature over 140 Gartner experts and 180 solution providers across 350+ sessions. Notable keynote speakers include Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, Harvard Professor Dr. Arthur Brooks, and former Apple Retail SVP Angela Ahrendts. The conference will focus on critical topics including generative AI, business transformation, cybersecurity, and data analytics.

The IT Xpo solution showcase will feature live demonstrations and virtual meetings with exhibitors focusing on key technology directions.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has announced its upcoming HR Symposium/Xpo Conference 2025, scheduled for October 7-9, 2025, at ExCeL London. The conference will focus on helping CHROs and HR leaders navigate the evolving landscape of workforce management in a technology-driven era.

The event features eight specialized tracks covering crucial areas including HR strategy, organizational transformation, talent management, and HR technology. The opening keynote, "HR's Defining Moment - Reshaping Work to Unlock Future Value," will explore AI's impact on work transformation and strategic workforce decisions.

The conference will include an Exhibitor Showcase featuring technology demonstrations, virtual meetings, and presentations from leading service providers.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has released its 2025 Hype Cycle for Artificial Intelligence, highlighting AI agents and AI-ready data as the fastest-advancing technologies. These innovations have reached the Peak of Inflated Expectations, alongside multimodal AI and AI trust, risk and security management (TRiSM).

According to Senior Director Analyst Haritha Khandabattu, organizations are shifting focus from generative AI toward foundational enablers for sustainable AI delivery. The report indicates that multimodal AI and AI TRiSM are expected to achieve mainstream adoption within the next 5 years, emphasizing the importance of business-aligned pilots and coordination between AI and business teams.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has announced its flagship event, Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2025, scheduled for November 10-13, 2025, at the International Barcelona Convention Center. The event, themed "Agents of Change: Leading Through Intelligence," will bring together over 6,500 CIOs and IT executives to explore emerging technologies and trends.

The conference will address critical AI adoption challenges, noting that 60% of CIOs see little return on AI investments, while 40% seek greater value. Key highlights include the Gartner Opening Keynote on "Bridging the Value Divide," guest appearances by Bear Grylls and Dr. Michelle Dickinson, and the Signature Series featuring strategic technology trends and predictions for 2026.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with revenues reaching $1.7 billion, up 5.7% as reported and 4.6% FX neutral. The company achieved a net income of $241 million (+4.9%) and adjusted EBITDA of $443 million (+6.6%).

Key highlights include contract value growth of $5.0 billion (+4.9% YoY FX neutral), with Global Business Sales CV showing impressive growth of 9.2%. The company enhanced shareholder value through share repurchases of 0.7 million shares for $274 million, with the Board approving an additional $700 million buyback authorization. Notably, Gartner launched AskGartner, a new AI-powered tool designed to improve client access to insights.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has announced its first-ever Enterprise Risk, Audit & Compliance Conference, scheduled for September 8-9, 2025 at the Gaylord Texan Hotel & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas. The conference, themed "Risk Intelligence Realized," will feature expert insights across six key areas including third-party risk management, business risk ownership, and emerging risk landscape.

The event will be organized into four main tracks focusing on risk technology, critical risk management, functional effectiveness, and risk ownership. Notable speakers include Gartner analysts presenting the opening keynote on "The Risk Reflex," along with guest speakers Matthew Luhn from Pixar Studios and former Secret Service agent Evy Poumpouras.

Gartner (NYSE:IT) has announced it will release its second quarter 2025 financial results on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, before the market opens. The company will host a webcast conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the quarterly results.

The earnings release and supplementary financial information will be available on Gartner's investor website. Investors can access the live webcast through the provided link, with a replay available for approximately 30 days. Active participation in the call requires registration for dial-in access.