: Predictions were high for "12 Years a Slave" to sweep major awards and for Matthew McConaughey to receive his first Oscar nomination (which he eventually won for Dallas Buyers Club ). [6]
: Commentators predicted that both gay marriage and marijuana legalization would gain significant momentum in more states throughout the year. [1] Personal Predictions For 2014
: There was a cautious optimism for Silicon Valley, with predictions that the tech IPO market would remain strong despite "bubble" anxieties. [8] 🏛️ The "Paleofuture" Perspective : Predictions were high for "12 Years a
In early 2014, technology experts focused heavily on the consolidation of the smartphone market and the rise of "wearables." [10] [8] 🏛️ The "Paleofuture" Perspective In early 2014,
: Bloggers predicted a rise in "authentic" content, moving away from static updates toward real-time engagement and storytelling. [16, 3] ⚖️ Social and Political Shifts
: He correctly envisioned "3D TV" and "cordless" appliances. [15]
