9 Trends Shaping the Future of Global Autonomy
Jul 16, 2025
9 Trends Shaping the Future of Global Autonomy: Reflections on XPONENTIAL Europe
XPONENTIAL Europe in Düsseldorf wasn’t just a drone event—it showcased full-stack autonomy, spanning AI, edge computing, robotics, and urban air mobility. In this Autonomy Global piece, Eno Umoh shares nine trends that signal how global autonomy is maturing—and why these insights matter for companies eyeing the global stage ahead of XPONENTIAL in Houston.
Excerpt:
“As we fast approach XPONENTIAL 2025 in Houston, I took a few minutes to reflect back on XPONENTIAL Europe 2025 in Düsseldorf a few months ago. It was nothing like your typical drone show… XPONENTIAL is leaning into something bigger: autonomy… Not just airframes, but full‑stack systems, multi‑domain integration, AI, edge computing—you name it.”