Improving security and data privacy is the No. 1 reason (53%) for Edge AI investment.

48% are exploring edge AI specifically to reduce cloud computing costs.

A shortage of talent with edge AI expertise is a challenge for 37%.

90% of organizations are increasing edge AI budgets for 2025.

High operational and maintenance costs of Edge AI are a challenge for 40%.

60% report moderate budget increases of up to 25% in Edge AI.