The beginning of 2026 marks an important milestone for global technology analytics. Andersen has published the first annual GeoTech Index Report — a comprehensive study ranking the top 100 technology nations and forecasting their positions through 2030. Authored by Dr. Kiryl Rudy, Chief Global and Government Relations Officer, and Semen Kozlov, Pre‑sale Business Analyst, this report brings together extensive research on innovation, digital readiness, and infrastructure maturity across economies worldwide.
A balanced look at global progress
The GeoTech Index 2026 was launched to provide a structured and transparent view of how well nations are prepared to adapt to the next wave of technological transformation. It consolidates ten key indicators — from innovation capacity and AI development to digital connectivity — into a single score (1 to 100), giving a clear picture of technological readiness in a changing global environment.
“In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.”
— Sun Tzu, The Art of War
Set against a dynamic geopolitical and economic backdrop, the 2026 report highlights both continuity and emerging shifts. Singapore retains its leading position thanks to long‑term investment in digital government, AI, and education. The United States and South Korea continue to drive innovation in advanced technologies, while Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates make notable progress, translating national transformation strategies into measurable technological outcomes.
Where growth accelerates fastest
The section “Fastest Tech Runners 2026–2030” underlines how developing digital ecosystems are reshaping the technology map. Ethiopia, Bangladesh, and the Democratic Republic of Congo demonstrate the highest projected growth rates, showing how infrastructure expansion and young, tech‑curious populations can catalyze rapid progress.
At the same time, the Index also identifies regions facing structural or policy‑related slowdowns — an important signal for governments and investors working to bridge global digital divides.
Dr. Ardevan Bakhtari – President & CEO, Scentroid, Toronto:
“The real power of technology lies not in what AI can create, but in how it helps us make sense of overwhelming complexity. The GeoTech Index reminds us that nations driving innovation aren't just building smarter machines — they are learning to summarize, interpret, and act wisely on knowledge itself.”
Dr. Jorgete Vitorino – Board Advisor. Munich:
“Europe’s technological leadership will not depend on its size, but on its precision, its trust, and its ability to combine economic power with strategic realism. The report highlights that our future advantage lies in balance — between innovation and regulation, sovereignty and partnership.”
Fazil Sheikh – Founder & CEO, HMC & Maverick Business Academy London, Dubai:
“The GeoTech Index is more than numbers — it’s a reflection of how nations learn to connect intelligence with purpose. Innovation without social goals is a lost technology; this report urges us to make progress not only faster, but fairer.”
Why this research matters
The Andersen GeoTech Index reinforces a key insight: the future of technological leadership depends less on economic scale and more on strategic coherence — consistent policy frameworks, innovation‑oriented investment, and inclusive digital infrastructure. The report serves as a benchmark for national policymakers, analysts, and business leaders seeking to understand how technological maturity translates into long‑term competitiveness.
This inaugural edition opens a long‑term research program that will continue to monitor how innovation, economics, and governance interact in defining the world’s digital landscape through 2030.
