🔮 Exponential View #555: Ukraine’s drone first; the China syndrome; the San Francisco Concensus; slop-timism, McKinsey cuts jobs & speech-to-reality++

An insider's guide to AI and exponential technologies

Hi all,

Today’s our final Sunday edition of 2025, open to all. From Monday, we move to our holiday schedule – no Sunday editions until 11 January and a pared‑back weekday rhythm. You’ll still hear from us.

I’ll host a member‑only 2026 briefing on January 7. If you’re a paying member, you’ll receive the invitation — please RSVP here. (Not a member yet? This is a great time to join.)

If you are based in London🇬🇧, please scroll to the bottom of today’s edition where I ask for a favor.

Enjoy the reading and happy holidays!

Azeem