2025 marks the first year of Gen Beta children. Here’s what they’ll be like.

2025 will mark a new era. Literally.

If you're having a baby in 2025, they are officially going to be part of a new generation – Generation Beta. According to research done by McCrindle, an Australian research company known for their work in defining generational labels based on birth years, babies born between 2025 and 2039 will belong to the next emerging generation.

According to the research, by 2035, Gen Beta will "make up 16 per cent of the global population", with many living into the 22nd century.

As we know, each generation sees some pretty significant shifts in characteristics and preferences. This is only natural, given the varying times we all grew up in. So what about Gen Beta?

Here's what you can expect of the future Gen Beta and what they'll likely turn out like.

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Community-focused. 

Gen Beta will be collaborative and community-focused. Image: Getty.

Gen Beta will be all about community and working together for the greater good. As a direct result of being raised "with climate change, global population shifts, and rapid urbanisation" as a huge part of their lives, children in Gen Beta will likely grow up understanding the importance of collaboration.

They'll be part of a world where collaboration isn't just valued — it's essential. Whether in school, at work, or in social settings, the mindset will shift toward collective progress.

"This will result in Generation Beta being more globally minded, community-focused, and collaborative than ever before," McCrindle wrote in the research article.

Innovative.

Gen Beta will be driven by innovation. Image: Getty.

In a time of rapid technological advancements and an emphasis on sustainability, Gen Beta will be driven by innovation. Raised by Millennial and older Gen Z parents who actively "prioritise adaptability, equality, and eco-consciousness", Gen Beta will be the ones constantly thinking about how to make the world a better place.

With access to a wealth of resources and technologies like artificial intelligence, Gen Beta will likely take us in creative directions we can't yet imagine. From inventing new technologies to pioneering social movements, Gen Beta will certainly be marked by its drive to better the world through innovation.

Hyper-connected. 

Gen Beta will be raised in an era of hyper-connectivity. Image: Getty.

If you thought today's kids were connected, wait until you see Gen Beta. This generation will be raised in an era of hyper-connectivity, where the digital world is an extension of their daily lives. By 2025 and beyond, the next wave of technological advancements will seamlessly integrate with the way they interact with the world and the next generation will undoubtedly be "shaped by a tech-saturated world."

With AI and automation so rapidly progressing, it comes as no surprise that Gen Beta will be more connected than ever.

"For Generation Beta, the digital and physical worlds will be seamless," McCrindle shared.

Individualised.

Gen Beta will balance hyper-connectivity with personal expression. Image: Getty.

While social connections for Generation Beta will be shaped by the ever-present influence of technology, they will also place a high value on crafting secure, thoughtful digital identities while maintaining a strong sense of individuality both in the digital space and in real-world interactions.

"We predict Generation Beta will embody the balance between hyper-connectivity and personal expression," the research suggests.

Growing up with parents who both understand the significance of digital connectivity while also having an "awareness of the potential pitfalls of technology", Gen Beta will likely grow up with a strong sense of identity.

What do you think Gen Beta will be like? Tell us in the comments section below.

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