News Summary

WIRED’s latest roundup highlights the major tech and politics trends that defined 2025. Key discussions include the AI data center boom significantly impacting the US economy, the debate on open-source AI to counter China’s advancements, and the influence of AI chatbots on social protests. The podcast episode also touches on Alexis Ohanian’s new tech venture and the implications of the Department of Government Efficiency under Elon Musk’s leadership. These developments provide insights into potential future trends as we approach 2026.