Market Intelligence
February 17, 2026 20 Trends Tracked

Trend Market Map

Position-based view of market trends. New, fast-moving trends cluster in the Breakout quadrant. Established trends with declining velocity drift toward the lower-right.

Category Technology Marketing Business
Size = Signals
Velocity
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Breakout New + Fast Viral / Saturated Established + Fast Watchlist New + Slow Declining Established + Slow
RS
Rising Search Trends for NCAA Basketball Teams
Rising Search Trends for NCAA Basketball Teams Sports/College
active

This cluster tracks heightened search activity for various NCAA Division I men's basketball programs, likely driven by recent game results, tournament anticipation, or roster news. Sports analysts and fans track these spikes to gauge public interest and media engagement.

8.0
Vel/hr
6267
Signals
37 days old
Age
TB
Tkachuk Brothers Professional Hockey Career Focus
Tkachuk Brothers Professional Hockey Career Focus Sports/Professional
active

Interest is surging around the careers and performance of NHL stars Brady Tkachuk and Matthew Tkachuk. Fans and sports analysts closely follow their respective team performances and brotherly rivalry.

3.0
Vel/hr
240
Signals
4 days old
Age
AF
Anticipation for the 2026 Academy Awards
Anticipation for the 2026 Academy Awards Entertainment/Movies
active

Significant public interest is driving early search volume for the 2026 Academy Awards, indicating anticipation for the host, potential nominees, and date. Media outlets monitor this long-term interest for future content planning.

3.0
Vel/hr
4546
Signals
37 days old
Age
BW
Business Workflow and Process Automation Tools
Business Workflow and Process Automation Tools Business/Management
active

The trend reflects high professional interest in leveraging software tools to automate routine tasks across critical business functions, including marketing, sales, and data management. Companies are actively seeking solutions to streamline operational workflows and drive efficiency.

2.9
Vel/hr
2113
Signals
13 days old
Age
IV
India vs USA Professional Sporting Event Search
India vs USA Professional Sporting Event Search Sports/Professional
active

The surge in searches for 'ind vs usa' reflects massive global interest, likely driven by the recent T20 World Cup cricket fixture. Sports fans and international audiences are actively seeking results, scores, and analysis of the major professional match.

2.8
Vel/hr
220
Signals
10 days old
Age
2W
2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing Schedule
2026 Winter Olympics Alpine Skiing Schedule Sports/Olympics
active

Interest is growing in the schedule for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Sports fans and media are tracking the specific dates for the high-profile Alpine Skiing events.

2.5
Vel/hr
120
Signals
2 days old
Age
TN
Trending NBA Player Searches: Jalen and Jaylin
Trending NBA Player Searches: Jalen and Jaylin Sports/Professional
active

Significant search volume is focusing on several prominent young NBA players named Jalen, Jaylin, or Dalen. Fan interest spikes reflect immediate queries regarding live game performance, injury status (e.g., Jalen Duren), and general athlete updates.

2.0
Vel/hr
775
Signals
35 days old
Age
UC
USA Curling Team Public Interest Trend
USA Curling Team Public Interest Trend Sports/Olympics
active

Search interest in the USA national curling team is spiking, often coinciding with major international tournaments like the Winter Olympics or World Championships. This trend tracks fluctuating public engagement with niche winter sports and their key athletes.

1.9
Vel/hr
162
Signals
9 days old
Age
LV
Levante vs Valencia C.F. Match Buzz
Levante vs Valencia C.F. Match Buzz Sports/Professional
active

Search interest is spiking around the upcoming or recently concluded football match between Levante and Valencia C.F. Fans, bettors, and sports news consumers are tracking pre-game analysis and results.

1.7
Vel/hr
81
Signals
2 days old
Age
RB
Real Betis La Liga Match Searches and Lineups
Real Betis La Liga Match Searches and Lineups Sports/Professional
active

High search interest surrounds Real Betis Balompié fixtures against major Spanish football teams like Alavés and Atlético Madrid. Fans are actively seeking real-time information on match schedules, scores, and starting lineups.

1.5
Vel/hr
442
Signals
22 days old
Age
TS
Trending Search Interest in Arkansas College Baseball
Trending Search Interest in Arkansas College Baseball Sports/College
active

Search activity for the University of Arkansas baseball team is surging, indicating high fan interest during the competitive college season. Fans and alumni are tracking game results, schedules, and national rankings.

1.4
Vel/hr
124
Signals
3 days old
Age
KC
Kelly Curtis Skeleton Search Interest
Kelly Curtis Skeleton Search Interest Entertainment/Celebrities
active

A recent spike in search activity targets Kelly Curtis combined with the term 'skeleton,' suggesting high public curiosity around the celebrity's appearance or a specific role. This trend is driven by celebrity gossip followers and those seeking clarification on viral search terms.

1.4
Vel/hr
133
Signals
3 days old
Age
TP
Trending public interest in actor Ryan Gosling
Trending public interest in actor Ryan Gosling Entertainment/Celebrities
active

Ryan Gosling is a major topic of search and discussion, driven by recent career news, personal life events, or promotional activity for a new project. Widespread interest in the actor signals high current public visibility.

1.2
Vel/hr
83
Signals
8 days old
Age
DF
Demand for AI Content Detection Tools
Demand for AI Content Detection Tools Technology/Artificial Intelligence
emerging

The rapid proliferation of generative AI models is driving widespread interest in tools capable of identifying machine-generated text and media. Educators, businesses, and content platforms are seeking methods to verify authenticity and mitigate plagiarism concerns.

1.2
Vel/hr
887
Signals
22 days old
Age
WV
Wired vs. Wireless Headphone Comparison
Wired vs. Wireless Headphone Comparison Technology/Consumer Electronics
active

Consumers are continually evaluating the trade-offs between sound quality, convenience, and battery life when choosing between traditional wired headphones and modern wireless alternatives. This comparison trend drives purchasing decisions in the personal audio market.

1.0
Vel/hr
194
Signals
7 days old
Age
VC
Viral Clips of Workplace and Road Conflicts
Viral Clips of Workplace and Road Conflicts Other
active

Short-form video clips documenting dramatic real-life conflicts, often involving service workers, delivery disputes, or roadside law enforcement encounters, optimized for viral social media engagement.

1.0
Vel/hr
73
Signals
3 days old
Age
AS
Award-Winning Special Effects Costume Tutorial
Award-Winning Special Effects Costume Tutorial Lifestyle/Fashion
active

Creators are sharing detailed, step-by-step instructions for making highly successful, complex costumes, often featuring special effects or illusions. This content satisfies the demand from crafters and cosplay enthusiasts looking to replicate award-winning designs and viral concepts.

1.0
Vel/hr
74
Signals
3 days old
Age
AK
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Trailer Analysis
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Trailer Analysis Entertainment/Television
active

Detailed breakdowns and speculation surrounding the trailers and plot points for the upcoming episodes of the Game of Thrones prequel series. Intense fan engagement drives immediate creation of spoiler-heavy analysis upon release of promotional footage.

0.5
Vel/hr
24
Signals
17 hours old
Age
ML
MCU Leaks: Avengers Doomsday and Doctor Doom
MCU Leaks: Avengers Doomsday and Doctor Doom Entertainment/Movies
emerging

Fans and entertainment consumers are highly interested in leaked plot details, casting rumors, and theories for major upcoming MCU films like Avengers: Doomsday. Speculation intensifies over the integration of new characters like Doctor Doom and the X-Men as Marvel nears the climax of the Multiverse Saga.

0.2
Vel/hr
8
Signals
8 hours old
Age
EV
Everyday Vacation Vlogs and Shopping Hauls
Everyday Vacation Vlogs and Shopping Hauls Lifestyle/Travel
emerging

Creators monetize personal vacations by documenting shopping trips (hauls) to popular retail destinations, blending daily life documentation with product recommendations and lifestyle inspiration. Viewers seek relatable content and consumer discovery from trusted vloggers.

0.2
Vel/hr
8
Signals
8 hours old
Age
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Breakout Focus

The three fastest-moving trends by velocity. Prime candidates for content creation.

1 Fastest 8.0 signals/hr

Rising Search Trends for NCAA Basketball Teams

Sports/College 37 days old 6267 signals

This cluster tracks heightened search activity for various NCAA Division I men's basketball programs, likely driven by recent game results, tournament anticipation, or roster news. Sports analysts and fans track these spikes to gauge public interest and media engagement.

2 2nd Fastest 3.0 signals/hr

Tkachuk Brothers Professional Hockey Career Focus

Sports/Professional 4 days old 240 signals

Interest is surging around the careers and performance of NHL stars Brady Tkachuk and Matthew Tkachuk. Fans and sports analysts closely follow their respective team performances and brotherly rivalry.

3 3rd Fastest 3.0 signals/hr

Anticipation for the 2026 Academy Awards

Entertainment/Movies 37 days old 4546 signals

Significant public interest is driving early search volume for the 2026 Academy Awards, indicating anticipation for the host, potential nominees, and date. Media outlets monitor this long-term interest for future content planning.