"For better or for worse, this year had it all-from the AI industry shaping the global economy and our lives, to the so-called Department of Government Efficiency taking over US federal agencies under Elon Musk's leadership. In today's episode, host Zoë Schiffer and executive editor Brian Barrett get together to reflect on some of this year's key moments-and how they give us important clues as to what we can expect this upcoming year."
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Five stories—from AI breakthroughs to DOGE-driven crypto moments—defined 2025 and suggest possible trajectories for 2026. Rapid advances in AI reshaped corporate strategy, labor markets, and consumer experiences while regulatory and economic responses accelerated worldwide. A so-called Department of Government Efficiency, under Elon Musk's leadership, assumed control of US federal agencies and altered administrative priorities and operations. Cryptocurrency developments, including DOGE-related events, influenced investor behavior and public discourse. Availability and contact information explain how to access and follow related content across platforms including Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, and Spotify.
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