The Rise of Generation Beta: New Generation Shaped by Artificial Intelligence

global - The generation born from January 1, 2025, onwards will be known as Generation Beta, a new era shaped by artificial intelligence and automation.

Starting from 2025, babies born will be the first members of a new generation called Generation Beta. Their lives will be influenced by artificial intelligence and automation. Children born from 2025 onwards will be identified as Generation Beta following the Alfa Generation, born between 2010-2024. Research firm McCrindle stated that those born between 2025-2039 will be classified within this generation and by 2035, Generation Beta will make up 16% of the world population. Many individuals of Generation Beta are also expected to witness the 22nd century. The naming of Generation Beta was coined by social researcher Mark McCrindle, who also first introduced the term 'Alfa Generation'.

Generation Beta, like the previous Alfa Generation, is expected to be shaped by technology. While the Alfa Generation is often referred to as 'iPad kids,' the life of Generation Beta will be defined by artificial intelligence and automation. Additionally, they will face major social challenges such as climate crisis and global demographic shifts. McCrindle noted that the parents of Generation Beta are increasingly making efforts to manage technology and artificial intelligence tools. Dan Woodman, a sociology professor at the University of Melbourne, stated, 'Generation Beta is not just born into an era but into a world where trust in institutions shaping entire centuries is declining. It will be interesting to see what living in a world where democracy is questioned really means.'