The Standup Our Spiciest 2026 Predictions
Jan 1, 2026
In this lively discussion, software developer Casey Muratori shares his bold predictions for 2026, diving into tech trends and potential upheavals. He foresees OpenAI undergoing a significant transition due to unsustainable costs and predicts an intriguing battle in the coding realm between Cursor and GitHub. The panel also speculates on Amazon's potential acquisition of Anthropic and the rise of human-only spaces to protect authenticity in an AI-driven world. Buckle up for a flavorful mix of serious insights and playful banter!
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2026: Year Of The Linux Desktop
- ThePrimeagen predicts 2026 will be remembered as the year the Linux desktop tipped into mainstream adoption.
- He cites momentum from 2025 and major players (like Steam) pushing official Linux platforms as drivers.
Long-Unnoticed Vibe App Compromise
- Teej predicts a viral Vibe-coded app will be hijacked and remain compromised for over a month before detection.
- He expects the breach will be obvious in retrospect and spur a Standup episode discussing it.
Amazon May Buy Anthropic
- ThePrimeagen predicts Amazon will acquire Anthropic to bulk up its AI offerings and cloud synergy.
- He argues AWS can solve Anthropic's hosting/infrastructure gaps and it would be a strategic move for Amazon.