In this episode of The Vergecast, David Pierce discusses his approach to New Year's resolutions, emphasizing the importance of setting small, actionable goals. He shares an example of reading one page of a book daily, which led to reading more than 50 books in a year. The podcast then shifts to tech predictions for 2025, highlighting potential changes in technology, regulation, and administration in the US. The hosts discuss whether major tech CEOs will remain in their positions, the future of Nvidia as the most valuable company, and the likelihood of a major tech company being broken up by the government. They also explore the potential for a significant AI scandal and the impact of AI on society. The episode includes predictions about the future of streaming services, the success of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the mainstream adoption of folding phones. The hosts speculate on the future of social media platforms like Blue Sky and Threads, and whether Apple will launch a search engine or a television. The episode concludes with a discussion on the potential for self-driving cars to become more prevalent in cities like New York.