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The Vergecast
Our hottest and coldest 2025 takes
Dec 8, 2024
In this lively discussion, guest Joanna Stern, a Wall Street Journal columnist and consumer tech expert, joins the hosts to share bold predictions for 2025. Topics include the potential acquisition of TikTok by Walmart and the fragmented future of social media. They debate the fate of smart home devices, tackling everything from algorithm control to the skepticism surrounding smart tech's trajectory. With humor and insight, they bounce ideas about AI advancements and the tech landscape's evolution, all while keeping an eye on who will score the most accurate predictions.
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- The hosts explore a wide range of predictions for 2025, focusing on the impact of government regulations and AI hype on tech.
- The discussions highlight the complexities of an evolving social media landscape where users may struggle with managing fragmented accounts.
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