Exploding Topics

Exploding Topics envisions a world where innovation is unlocked by the power of foresight, transforming how businesses, creators, and investors anticipate the future. We are committed to revealing the trends that shape tomorrow’s markets before they enter mainstream awareness.

Through the fusion of advanced algorithms and deep data analysis, we craft a unique lens for spotting emerging opportunities across industries. Our work empowers users to make confident, informed decisions fueled by insights about the shifting landscape of consumer interests and technologies.

At Exploding Topics, we dedicate ourselves to building the future of trend discovery, driving smarter strategies and pioneering foresight that accelerates growth and innovation worldwide.

We've been tracking Exploding Topics for a while now, and honestly, we're impressed by what Brian Dean and Josh Howarth have built here. This isn't just another trend-spotting tool — it's a genuinely smart platform that catches emerging topics before they hit the mainstream radar.

The company's approach feels refreshingly data-driven yet human. While most trend platforms throw random keywords at you, Exploding Topics actually vets their findings with real analysis.

What Makes It Different

Here's where things get interesting: they're not just scraping Google Trends and calling it a day. The platform combines algorithmic detection with human expertise to identify trends across 30+ categories, from healthcare to fashion.

We particularly like their Trends Database — over 13,000 carefully researched topics with actual search volume history and growth rates. It's the kind of detail that makes you think, "Finally, someone who gets it."

The Semrush Factor

The 2024 acquisition by Semrush was a smart move that we saw coming. It gives Exploding Topics access to Semrush's massive data infrastructure while keeping the core product intact.

What we're seeing post-acquisition is better integration and more sophisticated tools. The platform now tracks 779k trends — a massive jump that shows they're serious about scale.

Who Should Care

This tool works best for three types of people: entrepreneurs hunting for the next big opportunity, marketers who need to stay ahead of content trends, and investors looking for emerging markets before they explode.

If you're a content creator trying to ride the wave of trending topics, the weekly reports and trend alerts are particularly useful. We've found their timing to be surprisingly accurate — catching trends weeks or even months before they hit peak popularity.

The Reality Check

Is it perfect? No. Some trends feel more relevant than others, and like any prediction tool, it's not foolproof.

But for spotting genuine opportunities before your competitors do, Exploding Topics delivers on its promise. It's become one of those tools we actually use regularly rather than just subscribing to and forgetting about.