Vision Report

The Future Of Data Platforms

Autonomous, Intelligent, And Globally Distributed

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Oct 10, 2025

Summary

Organizations are facing growing pressure to support AI at scale, but fragmented data architectures and legacy systems hinder many from doing so. Modern data platforms help overcome these barriers by enabling unified access, real-time processing, and seamless integration across environments. Looking ahead, the next generation of data platforms will be intelligent, adaptive, and distributed, designed to support continuous innovation across AI and analytics. This report examines the future of data platforms and outlines key considerations for adapting to evolving business needs and emerging technologies.

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