Tech in 2025 — What to Watch

The tech landscape in 2025 is being shaped by a few clear themes: AI that runs closer to the user, stricter privacy rules, and a continued push toward open and interoperable systems.

AI beyond the cloud
Models are getting smaller and faster. Expect more on-device and edge AI in phones, laptops, and IoT, with less dependence on the cloud for everyday tasks.

Privacy and regulation
Regulations and user expectations are forcing clearer consent, less tracking, and more transparent data use. Products that bake in privacy from the start will have an edge.

Open source and interoperability
Open standards and open source are driving compatibility across tools and vendors. Lock-in is becoming harder to justify for both businesses and developers.

We’ll keep covering these areas and more as the year unfolds. Stay tuned for updates.