Hacked 2025 Chatty Chat Year in Review
Dec 31, 2025
Join the fun as the hosts recap the highlights from the past year, diving into major topics like the revolutionary Switch 2 and the booming landscape of AI. They speculate about 2026’s proactive AI and share insights on Google's comeback alongside gaming giants like Valve. Plus, they unravel serious issues with ransomware and the economic fallout from high-profile breaches. Finally, there's a light-hearted look at new social media restrictions for teens in Australia. It's a blend of tech trends and personal tales!
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AI Shifted From Wonder To Economics
- AI's narrative shifted from capability to cost and infrastructure this year.
- The big story became who funds and owns compute, not just what models can do.
Proactive Agents As The Next Big Step
- Proactive AI will anticipate user needs by integrating context and tools.
- Scott predicts 2026 will favor agents that pre-draft actions using calendars and apps.
Make Your Service MCP-Ready
- Build Model Context Protocol (MCP) integrations for services you want agents to book.
- Offer clear margins and incentives so platforms will let agents transact on their behalf.