: Commentators predicted that both gay marriage and marijuana legalization would gain significant momentum in more states throughout the year. [1]
In early 2014, technology experts focused heavily on the consolidation of the smartphone market and the rise of "wearables." [10] Personal Predictions For 2014
: Predictions that were ahead of their time (e.g., the dominance of the Cloud). [19] : Commentators predicted that both gay marriage and
Many 2014 outlooks focused on the legal landscape in the United States, particularly regarding civil rights and emerging industries. [1] Personal Predictions For 2014
Interestingly, 2014 was also a year for looking back at much older predictions. 2014 marked the 50th anniversary of 1964 essay about what the world would look like 50 years into the future. [15]