2025: The Year of AI and Tech Evolution - Updates from OWITH.ai

OWITH.ai - Only What's Important to Hear around AI and Tech

Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world. Gary Marcus, a noted AI skeptic, and Miles Brundage, an independent AI policy researcher, have made a bet on the status of AI by the end of 2027. The judges for this bet will determine if the tasks are technically feasible by the end of 2027 with reasonable costs. Both parties have agreed to make their respective donation sizes regardless of who wins the bet, emphasizing that the goal is to contribute to public discussion through concrete predictions rather than financial gain.In 2025, there is optimism for the private markets with a predicted boom in venture capital, an increase in seed rounds, and a surge in the venture market. The outlook for tech startups includes a shift back towards growth and efficiency, with significant investments in various sectors.Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of humanitarian work after his one-term presidency. The tech landscape continues to evolve, with new innovations and challenges on the horizon.The S&P 500 lost more than 1% on Friday, dropping below 6,000, but has still gained nearly 26% for the year. The CEO exodus continues, with a record number of CEOs stepping down in 2024. Donald Trump is expected to implement "Trumpenomics 2.0" in his second term, complicating the Federal Reserve's efforts to control inflation. Other news includes Elon Musk's political influence, investigations into plane crashes, and issues at the Neom construction site in Saudi Arabia. Overall, the AI and tech world is filled with exciting developments and challenges as we move forward into 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest news and trends shaping our future.

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