Over the next 12 months, groundbreaking innovations and deep societal shifts will change our everyday lives.

Every year, we publish Future Signals: our annual look at the tech and trends to help make sense of what might be on the horizon in the coming year. Drawing on the expertise of foresight experts, we scan the horizon for emerging technology and trends that carry significant, if uncertain, implications for the future. Based on data points, observations and sector insights, Future Signals surfaces ideas and innovations that might be missed at first glance but are nonetheless important.

Join us at Nesta’s Future Signals live to explore our immersive cinema that brings to life our 2026 signals collection. Hosted by BBC Technology Editor Zoe Kleinman - this interactive event is taking place on Thursday 29 January, from 18:00-20:30, at 58 Victoria Embankment in central London.

Hear our authors live in conversation as they share insights on why these signals matter and what they mean for 2026. You’ll gain cutting-edge insights from foresight experts, access exclusive content and get to explore the opportunities, challenges and innovations revealed through our Future Signals collection.

The evening will conclude with a networking drinks reception, in our new events space with panoramic views across London.

Aimed at those with an interest in using intelligence about the future to change practice today, this event will bring together experts in emerging technologies, foresight, innovation, design, policy and other fields.

Places are very limited. If you would like to attend, register your interest and we will get back to you within 48 hours to let you know if we can offer you a place.