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Generation Beta

In this article, we will explore and analyze different aspects related to Generation Beta. From its origin and history to its relevance today, through its impacts on society and its influence in different areas of daily life. Along these lines, we will delve in depth into Generation Beta to understand its importance and implications, as well as to reflect on its role in today's world. Through a detailed and exhaustive analysis, we will seek to shed light on this topic and offer an enriching perspective for the reader.

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Generation Beta, often shortened to Gen Beta, is the proposed name for the demographic cohort succeeding Generation Alpha. Researchers have not yet formed a general consensus as to the generation's birth years as there is little to no data, and since and no official body determines generational boundaries, definitions may vary (see § Date range definitions).

Generation Beta is named after the second letter of the Greek alphabet. Futurist and demographer Mark McCrindle, using a birth year range of 2025 to 2039, expects its members to primarily be the children of younger Millennials and Generation Z.[1]

Terminology

The proposed term "Generation Beta" comes from the Greek letter beta, to follow Generation Alpha being named for the Greek letter alpha. The name has faced controversy and criticism from the media, with the term "Beta" being used as an insult meaning someone who is weak or passive; leading some to suggest that a different name might prevail for the generation.[2][3]

Date range definitions

Researchers have not yet identified a date range for the generation. Since no official body determines generational boundaries, the starting year of this generation may be subject to revision in the future. Social generations typically span approximately 15 years and are shaped by major societal shifts.[4]

Of those who have provided an explicit date range for Generation Beta, Mark McCrindle uses 2025 as the starting birth year and 2039 as the ending birth year,[1] following Generation Alpha for which McCrindle uses a date range of 2010–2024. A World Economic Forum article uses a birth year range of 2025–2038.[5]

However, deciding on a date range for Generation Beta is made difficult due to there being general disagreement over the ending year for the preceding generation Generation Alpha. Some sources have followed McCrindle's definition of the generations, putting the end year for Generation Alpha at 2024,[6][7][8] while others have put the end year at 2021 (with the next generation therefore beginning in 2022).[9][10] Other sources, while they have not specified a range for Generation Alpha, have specified end years for Generation Z of 2012[11][12][13] or 2013,[14] which suggests a later start date for the successive generations. For example, psychologist Jean Twenge defines Generation Alpha as those born from 2013 to 2029, implying that Generation Beta starts in 2030.[15] In either case, Generation Beta includes children to be born throughout the 2030s.

Speculations

Demographics

Generation Beta will be impacted by declining birth rates, and, according to McCrindle, will likely make up around 16% of the world's population in 2035.[16] McCrindle predicts Generation Beta to reach 2.1 billion people, surpassing Generation Alpha's 2 billion.[17] McCrindle has suggested that Generation Beta will have a stronger appreciation for diversity than previous generations.[16] It is expected that many members of Generation Beta will live to see the 22nd century.[18][19]

Technology

According to McCrindle, members of Generation Beta will likely not only adapt to technologies but will immerse themselves in them from the outset more than any previous generation.[20] He also stated that Generation Beta will likely follow Generation Alpha in their use of slang phrases.[20] Due to the large amount of technology that Generation Beta will grow up in, experts suggest that Generation Z parents may prefer to shield their children from constant Internet exposure.[20] McCrindle has also said that Generation Beta will be characterised by significant technological integration, and experts have predicted that Generation Beta children will grow up immersed and integrated with artificial intelligence (AI).[16][18] Some researchers theorize this integration will extend beyond functional use into the psychological realm, leading the cohort to develop what have been termed "fluid identity boundaries" with AI systems, forming deep emotional and intellectual attachments to them.[21]

According to experts, misinformation and disinformation are likely to grow during Generation Beta's time due to growing political polarization and growing indistinguishability between real and AI-generated material.[17][22] Attention spans are also expected to continue decreasing in Generation Beta children.[23]

Lance Eliot from Forbes refers to Generation Beta as "AI naturals", claiming that, "s youngsters, AI will merely naturally be integral to their upbringing. No need to get excited about the fact that AI is always there and at the ready."[24] He expects that Generation Beta "will be growing up during the anticipated rapid advancement of AI, including potentially the attainment of artificial general intelligence (AGI)".[24]

Global issues

McCrindle has predicted that, due to having parents that care more about global issues, including climate change, Generation Beta will be more focused on these issues.[16][20]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Welcome Gen Beta - McCrindle". mccrindle.com.au. 2024-12-19. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
  2. ^ "Is Gen Beta's name actually an insult? Why some believe generation's label is 'cringe'". Yahoo Life. 2025-03-06. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  3. ^ Alcántara, Ann-Marie. "A New Generation Is Here. Its Name Is Already an Insult". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
  4. ^ Dimmock, Michael (January 17, 2019). "Defining generations: Where Millennials end and post-Millennials begin". Pew Research Center. Archived from the original on January 17, 2019. Retrieved December 21, 2019.
  5. ^ "4 things to know about Generation Beta and how they could affect the global economy". World Economic Forum. Feb 18, 2025. Retrieved Dec 12, 2025.
  6. ^ "Marketing to Generation Alpha, the Newest and Youngest Cohort". www.ana.net. Retrieved 2023-04-28.
  7. ^ Dedczak, Michele (2021-11-17). "Everything You Need to Know About Generation Alpha—The Children of Millennials". www.mentalfloss.com. Archived from the original on May 23, 2022. Retrieved 2021-12-14.
  8. ^ Carter, Christine Michel. "The Complete Guide To Generation Alpha, The Children Of Millennials". Forbes. Archived from the original on April 9, 2022. Retrieved 2021-12-13.
  9. ^ "2021 Census shows Millennials overtaking Boomers | Australian Bureau of Statistics". www.abs.gov.au. 28 June 2022. Archived from the original on December 1, 2022. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  10. ^ Government of Canada, Statistics Canada (27 April 2022). "A generational portrait of Canada's aging population from the 2021 Census". www12.statcan.gc.ca. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
  11. ^ Dimmock, Michael (January 17, 2019). "Defining generations: Where Millennials end and post-Millennials begin". Pew Research Center. Archived from the original on January 17, 2019. Retrieved December 21, 2019.
  12. ^ Hecht, Evan. "What years are Gen X? Here's the full list of when each generation was born". USA TODAY. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
  13. ^ Frey, William H. (30 July 2020). "Now, more than half of Americans are millennials or younger". Brookings. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
  14. ^ Bennett, Neil; Hays, Donald; Sullivan, Briana (August 1, 2022). "2019 Data Show Baby Boomers Nearly 9 Times Wealthier Than Millennials". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on August 1, 2022. Retrieved March 8, 2021.
  15. ^ "FAQ's". Dr. Jean Twenge. Retrieved 2025-10-12.
  16. ^ a b c d Najib, Shafiq. "Generation Beta starts in 2025: 5 things to know". ABC News. Retrieved 2025-04-17.
  17. ^ a b Rubin, April (2025-01-01). "Meet Gen Beta, starting to be born in 2025". Axios. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  18. ^ a b "Move over, Gen Alpha: 2025 marks the start of the Gen Beta era". NBC News. 2024-12-27. Retrieved 2025-08-02.
  19. ^ Cross, Greta. "Welcome Gen Beta: A new generation of humanity starts in 2025". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2025-08-03.
  20. ^ a b c d Venkatraman, Sakshi (2024-12-27). "Move over, Gen Alpha: 2025 marks the start of the Gen Beta era". NBC News. Retrieved 2025-01-01.
  21. ^ "The Generational Shift: Defining Generation GPT". Pinnacle Demographics. Retrieved 2025-08-27.
  22. ^ "Wreck the Vote: How AI-Driven Misinformation Could Undermine Democracy". Stanford Graduate School of Business. 2024-06-26. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
  23. ^ Moulton, Cyrus. "Squirrel! Why attention spans seem to be shrinking and what we can do about it". Northeastern Global News. Retrieved 2025-04-19.
  24. ^ a b Eliot, Lance. "Generation Beta Gets Underway As Beta Babies Arrive 2025 – 2039 Growing Up Amid AI, AGI, And Artificial Superintelligence". Forbes. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
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