here comes 2025

The world moves forward into 2025 and some uncharted waters. Presidents will change, Trump is a divisive choice but seems to have won fair and square. Perhaps more worrying that Trump being President again is the amount of sway Elon Musk seems to hold over him. Given the track record of Musk with regards to philanthropy and his vagaries with the truth of the capabilities of his products, it is doubtful that he is working this closely to help anyone other than himself. However, with two such strong willed and outspoken people I doubt the closeness will last to 2026.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

In 2025, as a maturing technology, AI is set to revolutionize various sectors with its enhanced capabilities. Natural Language Processing (NLP) will achieve unprecedented levels of human-like understanding, making AI interactions smoother and more intuitive. This means more efficient AI translators, customer service bots that understand context better, and virtual assistants that feel almost human. It will herald a revolution for global information access as people will be able to access vast swathes of data in their native languages and dialects. Small lightweight devices or agentic apps on phones, tablets or laptops, allowing people to raise their base levels of knowledge about many different topics. ?In healthcare, AI's role will expand, with AI-driven diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and even AI-assisted surgeries becoming more common, leading to better patient outcomes. Search will change radically especially with the moves to break Google’s monopolistic stranglehold on the market, search will transfer from being an answer retrieval system to a knowledge retrieval system allowing people to understand the source of the answer rather than just having the answer, much like the maths teacher wanting to see your working out.

Moreover, AI in Finance will continue to evolve, providing more accurate risk assessments, personalized financial advice, and advanced fraud detection. Ethical AI practices and transparent algorithms will be at the forefront, ensuring AI systems are used responsibly. This includes the development of frameworks to address biases and ensure fair decision-making. Additionally, AI's integration into daily life will be more seamless, from smart homes that learn and adapt to our preferences to AI-driven traffic management systems that reduce congestion and emissions. The focus on AI Ethics and Transparency will also intensify, with more robust regulations and standards being developed to govern AI applications.

Inevitably, given the world we live in for every person using AI for good there will be another person wanting to use it for bad. There will be a rise in malware, scamming emails and even creation of false or misleading media content. Despite advances in machine recognition of fakes as models get more realistic it will get more difficult to identify fake material.

However, as the media creation segment gets more advanced expect markets to appear for generated material. For example, music creation apps like Suno are now high enough quality to be used to create royalty free background music for phone systems and similar things. We may even see custom news programs with an AI generated photorealistic newsreader capable of reading custom gathered news stories as an app on your smart TV. ?Licenced facsimiles of famous people will be available in apps to send greeting to friends and relatives.

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Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is expected to take significant strides by 2025, offering computational power that far surpasses current classical computers. This will enable breakthroughs in various fields. For instance, in drug discovery, quantum computers can model complex molecular interactions much faster than traditional methods, potentially leading to the development of new medications and treatments. In materials science, quantum simulations will help create stronger, lighter, and more efficient materials for industries like aerospace and automotive.

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The finance sector will also benefit, as quantum computing enables more sophisticated algorithms for risk analysis, portfolio optimization, and fraud detection. Furthermore, logistics and supply chain management will see improvements through quantum algorithms that optimize routing and inventory management, reducing costs and increasing efficiency. Cybersecurity will undergo a transformation as well, with quantum cryptography providing unprecedented levels of security against cyber threats. However, the advent of quantum computing also necessitates the development of quantum-resistant cryptography to protect current systems from potential vulnerabilities.

Connectivity

With the widespread rollout of 5G technology we will experience faster internet speeds, lower latency, and improved connectivity. This will enable innovations in various fields. For example, autonomous vehicles will benefit from real-time data exchange, leading to safer and more efficient transportation systems. Smart cities will leverage 5G to enhance urban planning, traffic management, and public services. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applications will become more immersive and accessible, transforming industries such as gaming, education, and remote work.

Edge computing will also gain prominence, processing data closer to the source to reduce latency and bandwidth usage. This is crucial for the internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem, where countless devices need to communicate efficiently and securely. Improved connectivity will also drive advancements in telemedicine, enabling remote consultations and monitoring for patients in underserved areas. Additionally, enhanced connectivity will foster collaboration across borders, making it easier for people to work together and share ideas regardless of their physical location.

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Social Media

Social media platforms are expected to evolve significantly in 2025. Emerging platforms like Threads and Bluesky will offer innovative ways to connect and share content. These platforms may prioritize user control and data security, addressing concerns about privacy and data misuse. Decentralized models could empower users to have more control over their content and interactions, fostering a more inclusive and transparent digital environment.

Furthermore, social media will continue to play a crucial role in information dissemination, helping people stay informed about global events and issues. The integration of advanced AI algorithms will enhance content curation and moderation, providing more personalized and relevant experiences for users. Social media platforms will also expand their role in e-commerce, allowing businesses to reach larger audiences and offer seamless shopping experiences within the platform. Influencer marketing will continue to grow, with AI tools assisting in identifying and collaborating with the right influencers for brands.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity

As technology advances, privacy and cybersecurity will become even more critical. Advanced security measures such as AI-driven threat detection, biometric authentication, and zero-trust security architectures will be essential to protect user data and prevent breaches. AI will play a key role in identifying and mitigating cyber threats in real-time, providing more robust defences against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

Regulatory changes will also be implemented to address global concerns about data privacy. This includes the development of stricter data protection standards and compliance requirements for businesses. The focus on privacy will extend to emerging technologies like IoT and smart devices, ensuring that user data is collected and processed securely. Furthermore, cybersecurity awareness and education will become more prevalent, empowering individuals and organizations to protect themselves from potential threats.

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Sustainability

Sustainability will be a major focus in 2025, with technology playing a crucial role in addressing environmental challenges. AI and IoT will help optimize resource use, reduce waste, and enhance energy efficiency. For example, smart grids will enable more efficient distribution of electricity, reducing energy loss and promoting the use of renewable energy sources. Precision agriculture will leverage AI and IoT to monitor crop health, optimize irrigation, and reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizers.

Carbon capture technologies will become more advanced and widespread, helping to mitigate the impact of greenhouse gas emissions. AI will also support the development of sustainable materials and circular economy practices, where products are designed for reuse, recycling, and minimal waste. Furthermore, blockchain technology will enhance transparency and traceability in supply chains, ensuring that sustainable practices are maintained throughout the production process. Governments and organizations will collaborate on global initiatives to promote sustainability, leveraging technology to create a more environmentally friendly future.

Enterprise Tech

Businesses will increasingly adopt AI and other advanced technologies to drive innovation and efficiency. AI Integration will automate routine tasks, analyse large datasets, and provide insights for better decision-making. This will enable businesses to stay competitive and adapt to changing market conditions. Remote and hybrid work models will continue to evolve, with advancements in collaboration tools, virtual reality (VR) meeting spaces, and productivity software tailored to distributed teams.

Enterprise tech will also focus on improving customer experiences through personalized and seamless interactions. AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants will enhance customer support, providing quick and accurate responses to queries. Supply chain management will benefit from AI-driven optimization, reducing costs and improving efficiency. Additionally, businesses will invest in cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The adoption of cloud computing will continue to grow, providing scalable and flexible infrastructure for businesses of all sizes.

Hardware

There is a strong chance that nVidias stranglehold on AI chips may weaken slightly as other companies such as Amazon and Meta develop their own chips and other types of LLM customisation, training and optimisation. End user devices whether computers, phones or even smart home devices will incorporate NPUs capable of running small AI models locally.

Not quite sure what will happen to Intel given the recent removal of the CEO and being dropped from the DOW. Although the x86/x64 CPU architecture will carry on, there will be more take up for ARM architecture CPUs and the more efficient processing which offers longer battery life. There is a chance that a micro system reminiscent of the Intel NUC based around the low powered ARM systems may find their way into homes to be able to act as local AI models to provide a ‘brain’ for Smart Homes, possibly directly connected to the home router.

Much has been written this year about robotics and in particular the humanoid robots that have broken cover in the last few months of the year. However, given advances in other countries around the world this doesn’t seem like a market that will necessarily be led by the US. Expect to see a range of these devices appear from China in various sizes and capabilities. As an aside for robotics, it is worth noting that nVidia has released the Jetson computer that is specifically designed for use with robotics development.

Companies

Adobe are focusing on enhancing their photography tools with new AI-powered features. For example, Lightroom will include a Generative Remove tool to seamlessly remove unwanted objects from backgrounds, and Photoshop will have automatic Distraction Removal.

Additionally, Adobe is increasing the prices of its Photography Plans starting January 15, 2025. The 20GB Photography Plan will rise from $9.99 to $14.99 per month, while the 1TB plan will increase from $9.99 to $11.99 per month.

Adobe is also continuing to innovate across its platform, including improvements to Lightroom and Photoshop, and partnerships with leading camera companies like Sony, Nikon, and Canon to improve tethering in Lightroom.

Amazon has some exciting plans for 2025. They will continue to enhance their AI capabilities and robotics in warehouses, leading to faster delivery times and more efficient order processing. More robots and AI technology will be in action, making the delivery process even quicker.

Amazon's satellite internet project, Project Kuiper, will start launching operational satellites in early 2025. The goal is to provide high-speed internet access to underserved areas around the world.

Amazon is focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability, including investments in renewable energy and more efficient data centres.

The company will continue to support education through initiatives like the AWS Education Equity Initiative, aiming to provide underserved students with skills in AI and cloud computing.

AMD is set to launch its next-generation RDNA 4 graphics cards, including models like the RX 9070 XT and RX 9070. These GPUs are expected to offer significant performance improvements, especially in ray tracing.

AMD will introduce more Ryzen 9000 processors, including new 3D V-Cache offerings. These CPUs are designed to enhance performance for gaming and other demanding applications.

AMD is working on new APUs (Accelerated Processing Units) that could boost performance in thin-and-light gaming laptops and PC gaming handhelds.

AMD plans to bring AI into its FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) technology, which boosts frame rates in games. This integration aims to improve frame generation and upscaling image quality.

Anthropic has some ambitious plans for 2025. They will continue to focus on ensuring that AI systems are safe and aligned with human values. This includes developing new techniques to make AI more predictable and controllable.

Anthropic is working on advanced AI models, although some projects like the Opus 3.5 model have been delayed due to cost concerns. However, they are expected to make significant progress in this area.

The company is exploring innovative approaches to AI resource allocation, such as test-time compute scaling, which allows AI systems to dynamically allocate resources based on task complexity.

Anthropic may form new partnerships and collaborations to further its research and development efforts. This could include working with other leading AI companies and academic institutions.

As AI technology advances, Anthropic will likely be more involved in discussions around AI regulation and policy to ensure that AI development is conducted responsibly.

It's an exciting time for Anthropic as they continue to push the boundaries of AI technology. Their work on AI safety and alignment, model development, compute efficiency, collaborations, and regulatory engagement will be crucial in shaping the future of AI.

Apple has some exciting plans for 2025. They are expected to release the iPhone 17 lineup, including a new ultra-thin model called the iPhone 17 Air, featuring a single-lens 48-megapixel camera and a 6.6-inch OLED display.

AI integration will continue to be a major focus for Apple, with more AI-powered features being integrated into their devices. This includes enhancements to Siri and new tools for productivity and creativity.

The entire Mac lineup will be updated with the new M4 chips, bringing improved performance and efficiency. New versions of the iPad, including the iPad 11 and iPad Air 7, will feature faster chips and support for Apple Intelligence.

ByteDance has ambitious plans for 2025. They plan to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, focusing on acquiring advanced Nvidia chips. Despite US trade restrictions, they aim to spend $7 billion on these chips, storing them in data centres outside of China to comply with regulations.

The company is also planning to spend over $20 billion on AI chips, data centres, and other hardware. This investment is aimed at solidifying ByteDance's position as a global leader in AI technology.

ByteDance's AI chatbot, Doubao, has already gained significant popularity in China. The company plans to continue expanding its AI capabilities, further enhancing its products and services.

It's will be a critical year for ByteDance as they continue to innovate and grow in the tech industry.

DeepSeek has some exciting plans for 2025. They will continue their impressive advancements in AI with the release of DeepSeek-V3, an ultra-large open-source AI model. This model boasts 671 billion parameters and is designed to be highly efficient, processing information at 60 tokens per second. It's expected to outperform many leading AI models, including those from Meta and OpenAI.

The company will also focus on AI safety and alignment, ensuring their models are predictable and controllable. This includes developing new techniques to make AI systems more reliable and beneficial for users.

DeepSeek plans to expand its collaborations and partnerships with other leading AI companies and academic institutions to further its research and development efforts.

DJI has some exciting plans for 2025. They are rumoured to launch several new consumer drones, including the DJI Mini 5 and DJI Flip models. These drones are expected to feature advanced technologies and improved performance.

DJI is also planning to release new action cameras, such as the Osmo Action 7, which will likely include enhancements in image quality and usability.

DJI is rumoured to expand its smart home product line, potentially introducing new smart home cameras and accessories to enhance the user experience.

They will continue to integrate AI technologies into their products, improving features like obstacle avoidance, flight stability, and automated flight modes.

DJI will need to navigate regulatory challenges, particularly in the US, where there are ongoing discussions about potential bans on Chinese drones. The company will need to demonstrate its commitment to privacy and security to maintain its market presence.

Google has some ambitious plans for 2025. They are gearing up for a major push with their Gemini AI model. The company aims to scale Gemini on the consumer side, targeting half a billion monthly users. Gemini is expected to evolve significantly, offering a richer, more integrated experience across various devices and modalities.

Google will continue to innovate in AI with new features and updates to existing products. This includes enhancements to Google's search capabilities, AI-driven tools for productivity, and advancements in AI-powered personal assistants.

The company is also focusing on navigating regulatory challenges and maintaining its market presence amid increasing scrutiny from regulators around the globe. Google aims to address these challenges while continuing to deliver breakthrough technologies.

Hailuo is a Chinese based AI company that has some exciting plans for 2025. They are set to revolutionize video creation with their AI-driven video generator, HailuoAI.

HailuoAI will continue to enhance its capabilities, allowing users to generate short video clips from simple text descriptions. This technology is expected to become even more versatile, handling a wide range of requests, from landscapes and events to abstract concepts.

The company plans to expand its user base by making the tool more accessible, potentially introducing new features and templates to cater to different types of video content. This includes options for voiceovers, subtitles, and translations to reach a broader audience.

HailuoAI aims to democratize video creation, making it easy for both beginners and professionals to produce high-quality videos quickly and efficiently. The intuitive interface and no-registration policy will continue to lower the barrier to entry for users around the world.

Huawei has some ambitious plans for 2025, including their foray into the automotive industry. Here are some key highlights:

Huawei plans to drop Android entirely in its new gadgets, opting instead for its own operating system, HarmonyOS Next. This move is part of their strategy to build an ecosystem independent of major US tech providers.

Huawei is set to launch several new products, including the Mate 70 series, which will feature improved performance and new technologies. They are also rumoured to introduce a foldable tablet and other innovative devices.

Huawei will continue to focus on AI and advanced chip technology, despite ongoing US trade restrictions. They aim to mass-produce their most advanced AI processor, the Ascend 910C, early in the year.

Huawei and JAC Motors are working on a new brand named MAEXTRO, and they plan to launch its first car model in Q1 2025. The MAEXTRO S800 electric sedan is expected to be a luxurious, high-end vehicle with advanced smart driving solutions.

Meta is planning to add displays to its Ray-Ban smart glasses by the second half of 2025. These new glasses will feature a small display to show notifications or responses from Meta's virtual assistant. This upgrade aims to enhance user experience by providing more intuitive interactions and visual information.

The company is also working on its augmented reality glasses prototype, Orion, which is expected to become a consumer product in the future. While a full-fledged augmented reality experience like Apple's Vision Pro may still be years away, Meta aims to combine some of the mixed-reality features found in its Quest 3 VR headsets into a lightweight piece of eyewear.

Additionally, Meta is doubling down on its AI strategy. The company plans to spend up to $10 billion more on infrastructure investments to support its AI efforts. This focus on AI is expected to have a positive impact on nearly all aspects of Meta's work, including its online advertising business and newer projects like the Ray-Ban smart glasses and Orion AR glasses.

Microsoft has some ambitious plans for 2025. They will continue to integrate AI-driven features across their products, including Microsoft 365, Word, Excel, and Teams. Tools like Copilot will become more sophisticated, assisting with tasks, generating content, and offering insights. Automation will also be a key theme, with Microsoft Power Automate becoming even more intelligent, allowing businesses to automate processes across various applications.

The importance of cloud solutions will grow even further, with Microsoft expanding its cloud capabilities in Azure. This will support hybrid work models and enable businesses to operate more efficiently and securely.

Microsoft will focus on enhancing security measures and compliance, ensuring that businesses can operate safely in an increasingly digital landscape. This includes improvements to Microsoft Intune and Windows 365, with features like managed device attestation and enhanced device inventory.

Microsoft will continue its efforts in sustainability, promoting green technology initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Work will start next year on bringing the remaining 3 Mile Island nuclear reactor back on line.

They will push for the emergence of the metaverse and virtual collaboration, aiming to create more immersive and interactive virtual environments for users.

Microsoft will continue its mission to democratize technology, making advanced tools and solutions accessible to a broader audience.

Mistral AI has some interesting plans for 2025. They are planning to expand into the US, opening an office in Palo Alto, California. This move aims to tap into Silicon Valley's talent pool and compete with major tech companies.

Mistral AI will continue to develop high-performance, open-source language models. These models are designed to be accessible, efficient, and scalable, making advanced AI available to a wider range of users.

They have partnered with companies like Microsoft and Capgemini to boost the adoption of generative AI technologies. This collaboration will focus on providing highly customized AI solutions for various industries.

Mistral AI emphasizes transparency and ethical AI development. By releasing their models and research publicly, they aim to empower a global community of researchers, developers, and businesses to build on their work and create new innovations in AI.

Their models are designed to be resource-efficient, delivering top-tier performance without the need for massive computational resources. This makes their solutions particularly attractive for businesses and developers looking for cost-effective AI options.

Nvidia is set to launch its next-generation Blackwell GPUs early in the year, with models like the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 expected to offer significant performance improvements over previous generations. These GPUs are rumoured to be unveiled at CES 2025.

In addition to new graphics cards, Nvidia is planning to enter the CPU market with an Arm-based processor for PCs. This move aims to challenge competitors like AMD and Intel, leveraging Nvidia's expertise in AI and graphics.

Nvidia is also focusing on its Omniverse platform, which is expected to see increased adoption in industries like manufacturing, gaming, and the metaverse. Partnerships with companies like Siemens, BMW, and Adobe highlight Omniverse's potential in industrial design, simulations, and 3D content creation.

Finally, Nvidia is working on Jetson Thor, a specialized computer designed for powering sophisticated humanoid robots. This product is part of Nvidia's broader strategy to dominate the growing field of robotics.

OpenAI has some very ambitious plans for 2025! They are planning to become a for-profit company. This change aims to help the company raise more capital and operate more like a traditional company. They will still maintain a nonprofit division focused on charitable efforts in healthcare, education, and science.

OpenAI is working on making ChatGPT the "everything app," integrating various tools like ChatGPT Search, Canvas, Projects, and Advanced Voice Mode. This will allow users to perform a wide range of tasks without leaving the app.

They are also focusing on advancing AI research, ethical practices, and sustainability initiatives. They aim to refine their technologies further and expand their applications across diverse sectors like healthcare, education, and finance.

Qualcomm is set to launch its flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chip in the first half of 2025. This new chip will use TSMC's advanced N3P 3nm fabrication process, promising even better performance and efficiency compared to its predecessor.

Qualcomm will introduce the second and third generations of its Snapdragon X chips for PCs. These chips are expected to power new models of Dell's XPS laptops, offering improved performance and battery life.

Qualcomm will continue to expand its presence in the AI PC market. The Snapdragon X Elite chip, which made a significant impact in 2024, will be further enhanced to support more advanced AI workloads on-device.

Qualcomm is committed to fostering innovation and digital transformation globally. They will continue to support local startups and invest in advanced engineering labs to drive advancements in AI, IoT, and smart city solutions.

Suno AI has some brilliant plans for 2025. They are expected to incorporate advanced spatial audio algorithms, allowing creators to generate fully immersive, high-quality stereo tracks. This upgrade is anticipated to attract more professional musicians and sound engineers who require high-grade stereo sound for mixing and mastering purposes.

Suno AI will introduce a real-time collaboration platform, allowing multiple users to work on the same project simultaneously. Similar to tools like Google Docs, this feature will support real-time edits, giving collaborators the ability to modify lyrics, adjust instrumentation, or tweak song structures on the fly.

They are set to introduce advanced genre-blending capabilities, allowing users to create music that seamlessly combines different genres. This will expand the creative possibilities for musicians and producers.

Suno AI's mobile app, which was launched in early 2024, is expected to roll out globally by the end of 2024. This will make Suno's powerful AI tools more accessible to users worldwide.

Suno AI will introduce a sound-to-song tool that allows users to take real-world sounds—such as environmental noise, spoken words, or simple beats—and transform them into full musical compositions. This feature is perfect for sound designers and musicians looking to incorporate unique, organic sounds into their tracks.

Tesla is pushing forward with their autonomous driving technology. The company aims to move from supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) to unsupervised FSD, where vehicles can drive without human intervention. Tesla plans to make this technology available on its popular Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in Texas and California.

Tesla unveiled its long-awaited Cybercab, an AI-powered vehicle without steering wheels or pedals. Musk expects these vehicles to be available by 2026, with a price tag under $30,000.

Tesla is working on a robotaxi service, which will use autonomous vehicles for ride-hailing. Musk envisions a future where people can fall asleep in a robotaxi and wake up at their destination.

Musk continues to promote green technology initiatives to reduce Tesla's environmental impact. This includes expanding the Supercharger network and enhancing battery technology.

TSMC plans to build its fourth and fifth wafer fabs in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan. These new facilities, known as P4 and P5, are part of TSMC's program to build five fabs in Kaohsiung. The construction is expected to be completed by 2027, and these facilities will focus on advanced processes, including the 2-nanometer process.

TSMC's first fab in Kaohsiung, P1, is expected to start mass commercial production of the advanced 2-nanometer process in 2025. This process is anticipated to be faster and more power-efficient than the previous 3-nanometer process.

TSMC plans to construct a second fab in Kumamoto, Japan, in the first quarter of 2025. This facility will produce logic chips using advanced processes and is expected to be operational by the end of 2027.

The expansion projects in Kaohsiung and Kumamoto are projected to create thousands of jobs, with the five facilities in Kaohsiung alone expected to add 8,000 jobs by 2027.

TSMC is also expanding its production capacity globally, with a new advanced chip manufacturing facility in Phoenix, US, set to start mass production in 2025.

Xiaomi has some exciting plans for 2025.

In the electric vehicle sector, Xiaomi aims to deliver 300,000 EVs, a significant jump from the 135,000 units delivered in 2024. They plan to launch a new SUV, the YU7, which is expected to rival Tesla's Model Y. The YU7 will feature a nickel-cobalt-manganese battery and peak motor power of either 220kW or 288kW. Xiaomi is also expanding its production capabilities with a second phase of its EV manufacturing plant set to be completed by mid-2025.

In terms of smartphones, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra flagship smartphone is expected to debut in February 2025. It will feature advanced hardware like the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a quad-camera setup with a 200MP telephoto sensor. Xiaomi also plans to launch its own smartphone chip in early 2025, aiming to reduce reliance on external chipmakers like Qualcomm.

Other innovations include the new HyperOS 2.0, which will ship with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and offer enhanced performance and features. The new smartphone will also have improved low-light performance and robust IP68/IP69 certifications for water and dust resistance.

Xiaomi is definitely aiming high in 2025 with ambitious goals in both the EV and smartphone markets.

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The Good

The good should be that we will see, via natural language queries and real time language translation true democratisation of information access. Image, sound and video creation and manipulation will allow anyone with an idea to create it in reality. It will become easier to use software as you will tell a spreadsheet what you want it to do with your data and it will find the best way to do it. In theory everything should become smarter, from light bulbs to traffic lights. Cars will become smarter, with true self driving probably starting to appear in China. As Language Models get distilled and become more compact combining this with personal computer systems that include dedicated NPUs researchers, particularly in medical and pharma fields will research times shrinking.

The upgrade of personal assistants like Alexa and Siri to incorporate AI will lead to homes and in some cases offices becoming more interactive and providing a range of services that we would normally use our smartphones for, anything from 'what can I make for dinner, I have these ingredients in my fridge?' to 'I have a bucket list of places I want to visit, when are the best times of year to visit Iceland or Hokkaido or Shenzen?'. These queries would result in a series of questions allowing you to focus your thoughts and assist you in making decisions.

In an ideal world it would be nice to see some form of AI based interoperability, Microsoft has talked up the idea of an Agentic OS, perhaps the first step to this would be software developers adding some kind of universal data function file to their SDKs so that CoPilot can be aware of the total functionality of all the applications on a system. In theory this would allow integration with social media, communication, smart devices and more.

The Bad

There is always a bad and there are two major things, the first is bad people. Obviously as it is so easy to create things for good, faster, better looking, more believable it is just as easy to create things for nefarious purposes. The other is the use of bad or biased data, many data sources such as Reddit or Facebook Groups are frequented and compiled by fans. An AMD forum is going to sing the praises of AMD while downplaying Intel or Qualcomm, and we all know how passionate Apple users and Vegans can get.

The Issues

One other thing that could have been put in the bad section is just how much of a change we are about to undergo actually is for years we have used a mouse and keyboard to control our computer, now we have to think about being able to talk to, to ask our computers things. We have also become so used to searching us Google that 'to Google' is now synonymous with search. It is a set of complex differences, you don't have to organise your search query so carefully, you dont receive a list of links to go and look through. Obviously has been Google's cash engine for years and they have defended it to the end of days, although in the latter parts of 2024 several countries around the world started taking Google to task over their seemingly monopolistic practices. It is a massive change for many people, strangely though the two ends of the age spectrum are likely to find the change easier.

The changes with vehicles are also going to be dramatic, up till now we have varying claims of autonomy from things like lane departure warnings to Tesla's Full Self Driving mode - FSD is a bit of a misnomer as it is really not capable of totally unattended driving and recently published figures back this up. Many people don't like the thought of handing over control of their vehicle to a computer.The future of autonomous transport will definitely require a mindset change for most people

As the speed of change increases rapidly we face challenges keeping up not least of which is in education, it takes years to modify the curriculum to cover new concepts and technologies. Although it is probably possible to use AI to make self paced learning explaining the basics of how new things work.

One Last Thing

The whole geopolitical thing, regardless of what Trump and or Musk think, thanks to Open Source the AI cat is out of the bag, no-one can say France can't have it, China can't have it. The data to make an LLM is freely accessible, the papers that explain how it works and what it does are all there too - every country that wants an LLM can create one, or use and modify one of the freely available open source ones. Thanks to the internet I can sit here in the UK create a video using server in Shenzen, China based on an image created using an SLM from France running locally on my laptop and then set it to music created with an app running on a server in Massachusetts. China excels globally in STEM subjects and publishes almost twice as many papers on AI as the USA does.