The 2018 Internet Trends report by Mary Meeker highlights the substantial growth of internet users, which has exceeded 3.6 billion, surpassing half of the global population. It discusses the slowing growth of smartphone shipments, the increasing time users spend on digital services, and the rising scrutiny over data privacy amidst innovations in technology. The report also emphasizes trends regarding e-commerce, economic drivers, and China's influential role in the global internet market.