### Background Predictions are tricky. When you’re right, the path leading there often dulls the boldness of the forecast. When you’re wrong, social media ensures you’re reminded of it endlessly. But predictions aren’t just about accuracy—they’re conversation starters. With the stage set by 2024’s forecasts, here are some of the most fascinating predictions for 2025. #### 1. The Power Couple: OpenAI and Nvidia Since 2022, the synergy between AI’s demand for compute and Nvidia’s dominance in hardware has been undeniable. The combined market cap of tech giants surged by $8.2 trillion, powered by AI. Nvidia’s chips appear in research 19 times more than their competitors, while OpenAI’s ChatGPT holds over half of the premium language model market. These two firms illustrate the rare, early dominance of AI infrastructure and applications—setting the tone for future innovation. ![[IMG_7045.jpeg]] #### 2. Technology of the Year: Nuclear Power AI’s growth is tied to energy consumption, with each query using 10 times the energy of a standard Google search. As Big Tech pivots to selling compute rather than just computers, nuclear energy becomes crucial. Clean and massively scalable, nuclear offers a path to sustain AI’s appetite for power, contributing 48% of U.S. clean energy while producing minimal waste compared to other sources. ![[IMG_7046.jpeg]] #### 3. Emerging Markets: The Next Big Investment With the U.S. stock market at historical highs, emerging markets are poised for growth. Historically, they outperform after Fed rate cuts, and their younger, expanding workforces—particularly in India and Indonesia—create long-term opportunities. If capital inflows return to their historical mean, nearly $910 billion could flow into these economies. ![[IMG_7047.jpeg]] ### So What? These predictions matter because they signal where innovation and investment are heading. For companies, it’s a roadmap to stay competitive. For individuals, they highlight the areas to watch for career opportunities or investment potential. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, an investor, or simply curious, the interplay of AI, energy, and global markets in 2025 will shape the decade to come. Write down your goals now. There’s a 40% higher chance they’ll happen. Here’s to a year of progress and purpose. Life is rich.