The Vergecast hosts Nilay and David, joined by Wall Street Journal columnist Joanna Stern, explore a range of bold forecasts for 2026. Topics range from a dramatically improved Siri that could reshape user interaction, to the possibility of an Apple foldable device, the anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, a resurgence of electric vehicles, a pivotal moment for self‑driving cars, and the impact of overwhelming AI content on social media platforms. The discussion balances realistic expectations with more speculative ideas, inviting listeners to weigh in on which predictions may come true. Read more →

Sari Azout, founder of the curation platform Sublime, frames artificial intelligence as a tool that amplifies human creativity rather than replaces it. On a Vergecast episode, she details how Sublime integrates AI into its discovery features and introduces a new AI‑driven tool called Podcast Magic. Azout also shares how she personally uses AI for productivity and creative work, acknowledging reservations about future AI development while expressing confidence in a balanced, human‑centred approach. Read more →