Our Top Predictions for 2025 - What's Next?

Published on: December 30, 2024, 1:59 PM

Top Predictions for 2025 - What's Next

The future is always uncertain, yet endlessly fascinating. 

The year 2024 is about to end. This year was a wild ride for us forecasters. 

We imagined, predicted, and forecasted a lot about this year. Some predictions came true, and others – well, let’s just say we couldn’t have predicted them even in our wildest imaginations! 

But we’re forecasters, we only look back to help us look ahead!

So here’s our predictions about the year 2025! 

Whether you’re a curious analyst, a financial trader, or just someone who enjoys taking a peek into the unknown, these predictions might interest (and maybe surprise) you.

Let’s dive into the future!

Russia and Ukraine Will Reach a Ceasefire by June 2025

Let’s start with something political which is important for all of us. After years of ongoing conflict, 2025 could mark a turning point in the Russia-Ukraine war. 

It’s hard to imagine a complete end to the war. However, a ceasefire agreement between the two sides is more likely than ever. 

Why This Could Come True:

  • With President Trump in the Oval office, there will be increased pressure on both sides to engage in dialogue.
  • Russia faces rising economic isolation and domestic dissatisfaction.
  • External players like China, the EU, and Turkey will be more likely to promote dialogue between the two sides. After all, no side can sustain losses any longer, and this truth is just sinking in. 

The Prediction: 

A formal ceasefire will be signed by June 2025. Testable? Absolutely. Either it happens, or it doesn’t.

Bitcoin Will Surpass $110,000 by March 2025

Bitcoiners of the world, unite! For the next year is going to be a year of unprecedented highs. 

Bitcoin bulls have been buzzing for years, but 2025 might just be the year. With growing institutional adoption and increased trust in cryptocurrencies as alternative assets, Bitcoin could break its previous highs.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Spot Bitcoin ETFs are gaining traction in major economies.
  • Rising inflation will encourage investors to seek decentralized, inflation-hedging assets.
  • Technological advancements in blockchain are bolstering the crypto ecosystem.

The Prediction: 

Bitcoin will surpass $110,000 by March 2025.

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) Will Achieve a Major Breakthrough

Artificial Intelligence has been sprinting ahead, but 2025 could see the first genuine breakthrough toward Artificial General Intelligence.
AGI refers to AI that can think, learn, and perform at human-like levels across a wide variety of tasks.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Companies like OpenAI, DeepMind, and Anthropic are pushing boundaries at a rapid pace.
  • Growing computational power (thanks, quantum computing!) is enabling smarter AI models.
  • Recent models are already exhibiting problem-solving skills closer to general intelligence.

The Prediction: 

By December 2025, at least one AI model will achieve AGI-level capability.being able to perform comparably to a human on 80% of standardized tasks

Tesla Will Launch Its $25,000 Electric Car by Late 2025

Tesla has been teasing an affordable EV for years, and 2025 might finally deliver. 

Elon Musk’s promises aside, consumer demand for cost-effective electric vehicles is soaring. And Tesla has both the infrastructure and the ambition to lead the charge.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Tesla’s Gigafactories are scaling production faster than ever.
  • Battery technology advancements are driving down costs.
  • Competitors like BYD and Volkswagen are already introducing sub-$30,000 EVs, pressuring Tesla to respond.

The Prediction: 

Tesla will launch a $25,000 EV and begin deliveries by Q4 2025.

India Will Overtake Japan as the World’s Fourth-Largest Economy

Sorry Japan, but India’s economic rise is no longer up for debate. The only question is how fast it’s happening. 

By 2025, India’s GDP is expected to surpass Japan’s, with an anticipated nominal GDP of approximately $4.34 trillion. It would solidify its position as the fourth-largest economy globally.

Why This Could Come True:

  • India’s young, growing workforce is fueling consumption and innovation. 
  • On the other hand, Japan has an aging population and reduced output due to other social and economic factors. 

The Prediction: 

India’s nominal GDP will surpass Japan’s by December 2025.

Meta Will Launch the World’s First Mass-Adopted AR Glasses

Virtual reality? Been there, done that. Augmented Reality (AR) is where the next frontier lies.

Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta is relentlessly pushing toward the metaverse. We predict that it will unveil AR glasses that could become as widespread as smartphones.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Meta is investing billions into AR/VR tech.
  • Apple Vision Pro’s entry has intensified the AR competition.
  • Wearable tech adoption is climbing steadily among younger generations.

The Prediction: 

Meta will launch affordable, mass-adopted AR glasses by September 2025.

The Global Remote Workforce Will Exceed 30% by 2025

The shift to remote work isn’t just a trend—it’s a structural change. By 2025, over 30% of the global workforce is expected to operate remotely, either full-time or hybrid.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Companies have embraced remote work to cut costs and boost employee satisfaction.
  • Tools like Zoom, Slack, and virtual collaboration software continue to evolve.
  • Workers are demanding flexibility, and the labor market is listening.

The Prediction: 

Over 30% of the global workforce will work remotely (full-time or hybrid) by the end of 2025, up from 25% in 2023.

China’s Population Decline Will Accelerate Faster Than Expected

China’s demographic shift has already begun, but 2025 could see the decline pick up speed due to lower birth rates and an aging population.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Post-pandemic economic strain has reduced family planning among younger generations.
  • The lingering effects of the one-child policy are still evident.
  • Aging citizens are outpacing new births, creating a population imbalance.

The Prediction:

China’s population will decline by at least 0.5% annually in 2025, surpassing previous forecasts.

Streaming Services Will Lose 10% of Global Subscribers Due to Saturation

Netflix. Hulu. Apple TV Plus. Disney Plus. Are we finally reaching streaming fatigue? 

With so many platforms competing for attention, 2025 may witness the first significant decline in global streaming subscriptions.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Rising subscription costs are pushing consumers to cut back.
  • Content fragmentation makes it hard to justify multiple subscriptions.
  • Ad-supported, free alternatives (hello piracy, our old friend!) are gaining popularity.

The Prediction:

By the end of 2025, global streaming services will lose at least 10% of their subscriber base compared to 2024 numbers.

The First Fully Commercial Hydrogen-Powered Plane Will Take Off

Hydrogen-powered planes have been a dream for decades, but with advancements in clean energy and aviation tech, 2025 could finally witness the first successful commercial flight.

Why This Could Come True:

  • Companies like Airbus and ZeroAvia are leading the charge in hydrogen aviation.
  • Pressure to decarbonize the airline industry is higher than ever.
  • Governments are providing incentives for green tech innovations.

The Prediction: 

A fully commercial hydrogen-powered airplane will take its maiden flight by Q3 2025.

What’s Your Predictions for 2025?

Forecasting the future helps us prepare, strategize, and sometimes just appreciate how wild and fast-moving our world really is. From geopolitics to technology, 2025 promises to be a year of transformation, surprises, and progress.

So what do you think? Which of these predictions will come true, and which will fall flat? 

What are your predictions for next year? 

And if you’re confident about them, you can also add your predictions in our platform. Believe us, it’s fun to see how your predictions turn out!