“Tech Talk: Uncovering the Hottest Questions of the Digital Age”

**The Future of AI and Job Displacement: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond**

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised concerns about the impact it will have on the job market. With AI expected to replace many job functions in the near future, the question on everyone’s mind is: what will we do?

The leaders at AI labs, including Sam Altman, believe that although AI will lead to job displacement, it will also create new opportunities for humans to invent new jobs, just as we have when technology changes things. However, it is acknowledged that job displacement will still be painful, and some form of universal basic income (UBI) may be necessary to offset the economic impacts of AGI.

**Improvements in AI Modeling**

The reasoning on AI models has improved significantly, but it’s not yet a game-changer. People who have tried ChatGPT’s o1 pro mode have noticed a difference, but not everyone has been blown away by the latest advancements. My advice is to play with what you can access/afford and see for yourself.

The expense of running cutting-edge “reasoning” models is currently keeping them out of reach for many people. I expect access to widen significantly in 2025. Knowing how to prompt these different kinds of models effectively remains a struggle, and I would like to see more interface improvements in apps like ChatGPT to help teach people why they should use a reasoning model.

**Snap’s Future in 2025 and Beyond**

Snap’s biggest problem going into 2025 is its slow business growth. The app itself is growing quickly, but yearly revenue growth last quarter was less than Meta’s. The company faces an uphill battle to regain pace and convince Wall Street that it can rebound.

A depressed stock price makes it harder to recruit and retain talent, which has become a growing concern for Snap in recent years. However, a potential ban or serious restrictions on TikTok in the US could shift the company’s fortunes quickly.

I remain skeptical of Evan Spiegel’s commitment to hardware with Spectacles. While his ambition to build AR glasses is admirable, Snap looks increasingly outgunned in hardware.

**FAQs:**

Q: What will happen to jobs with the rise of AI?
A: AI will replace many job functions, but humans will invent new jobs as they always have when technology changes things.

Q: Will UBI be necessary to offset the economic impacts of AGI?
A: Some believe that a form of UBI may be necessary, but it’s too early to predict with certainty.

Q: How can I improve my experience with AI modeling?
A: Experiment with what you can access/afford and see for yourself. Interface improvements in apps like ChatGPT can also help you understand how to use these models effectively.

Q: What’s the future of Snap in 2025 and beyond?
A: Snap’s biggest challenge is its slow business growth, but a potential ban or restrictions on TikTok could shift its fortunes quickly.

**Conclusion:**

The future of AI is exciting but also uncertain. While it’s clear that AI will have a significant impact on the job market, it’s also true that humans will adapt and invent new opportunities. As we look to 2025 and beyond, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest advancements and consider how they will affect our daily lives.**What to Expect from Meta’s Glasses in 2025**

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has been working on a new pair of smart glasses with a heads-up display. The glasses, internally referred to as Hypernova, are expected to have a viewfinder for interacting with Meta AI and notifications. This is not the first time we’ve heard about Meta’s plans for smart glasses, but the latest reports suggest that the company is making significant progress.

The Hypernova glasses are expected to come with a neural wristband, which will allow users to control the glasses using brain signals. This technology is still in its early stages, but it has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices. The wristband is also expected to be used for health tracking and other features.

**Is TikTok Going to be Banned?**

There have been reports that TikTok may be banned in the United States due to national security concerns. However, it’s unlikely that the app will be completely banned. Instead, the Chinese government may require ByteDance, the company that owns TikTok, to divest some of its ownership stake in the app.

This is not the first time that TikTok has faced a ban. In 2020, the app was banned in India due to national security concerns. However, the ban was later lifted after ByteDance agreed to comply with certain conditions.

**Are You More Bullish or Bearish on Google than You Were a Year Ago?**

I am more bullish on Google than I was a year ago. The company has made significant progress in recent years, and I believe that it has the potential to continue to grow and innovate in the future.

One of the reasons I’m bullish on Google is its ability to adapt to changing trends and technologies. The company has a long history of innovation, and it has been able to successfully pivot to new areas such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

**FAQ**

**Q: What can we expect from Meta’s glasses in 2025?**

A: Meta’s glasses, internally referred to as Hypernova, are expected to have a heads-up display and a neural wristband that allows users to control the glasses using brain signals.

**Q: Is TikTok going to be banned?**

A: It’s unlikely that TikTok will be completely banned. Instead, the Chinese government may require ByteDance to divest some of its ownership stake in the app.

**Q: Are you more bullish or bearish on Google than you were a year ago?**

A: I am more bullish on Google than I was a year ago. The company has made significant progress in recent years, and I believe that it has the potential to continue to grow and innovate in the future.

**Q: What is a good book you recommend that falls in line with the things you report on?**

A: The last book I read in full was “The Biggest Bluff” by Maria Konnikova, which has nothing to do with tech but is super valuable if you are getting into poker.

**Conclusion**

Meta’s glasses are expected to be a major player in the smart glasses market, and the company’s neural wristband technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices. TikTok may not be completely banned, but the Chinese government may require ByteDance to divest some of its ownership stake in the app. Google is a company that has made significant progress in recent years, and I believe that it has the potential to continue to grow and innovate in the future.