(BNS) Top Tech Stories Of 2025 With The Newsworthy

Dec 25, 2025 32m

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Overview of 2025 in Tech

As 2025 winds down, tech is making a significant comeback with stocks, Bitcoin, and IPOs hitting new highs. However, caution is advised as future storm clouds loom.

Criteria for the Top Tech Stories

Brian McCullough shares the criteria for his tech story picks, emphasizing breakthrough moments and historical significance, with a prominent role for AI throughout the stories.

AI and Its Impact

AI continues to be the dominant force influencing technological advancements. Major discussions focus on the aspirations and shortcomings of AI, particularly the disappointing rollout of GPT-5.

The Quantum Computing Breakthrough

2025 is recognized as the year quantum computing transitioned from theoretical discussions to practical applications, highlighting its potential to revolutionize various domains.

Self-Driving Cars Scaled Up

The technology for self-driving cars reached new levels of scale in 2025, with cities increasingly adopting this technology, making rideshare options available through autonomous vehicles.

Crypto's Roller Coaster Year

Despite initial highs, the crypto market experiences significant fluctuation, signaling the potential for a market correction as the year wraps up.

Economic Considerations

Tech investment has massively increased, raising questions about sustainability and the possibility of a bubble reminiscent of the dot-com era.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Anticipation builds for 2026, with Brian suggesting the potential burst of the AI bubble as a significant story to watch.