00:00 We're kicking off 2024 on a positive note.
00:04 According to an Ipsos survey, 70% of us are feeling pretty darn optimistic about this year.
00:10 That's a 5% boost from the rollercoaster ride that was 2023.
00:14 70% have economic concerns though, expecting higher inflation and interest rates.
00:20 Now let's chat about AI.
00:22 56% are feeling the good vibes, imagining AI-assisted medical wonders.
00:27 But hold your ones and zeros, 64% are a tad worried about job losses.
00:33 According to The Hill, social media is shaking things up too.
00:36 41% are gearing up to use it less,
00:40 suggesting a realization that too much scrolling isn't great for our mental vibe.
00:44 Global uncertainty looms for 2024.
00:48 Will Trump make a comeback?
00:49 35% think so, while 31% are crossing fingers for peace in Ukraine,
00:55 down by 9% from the previous year.
00:57 But the ultimate concern is climate change.
01:00 81% predict hotter temperatures and 71% expect some wild weather events.
01:06 Diving into geopolitics, 71% predict an increase in immigration.
01:10 And 59% are sensing a return to the good ol' office grind,
01:15 a sign of change from the PJ-wearing days.
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