Coming by the end of year
A surge in "AI-induced unemployment" claims will lead to civil unrest in major tech hubs, forcing governments to fast-track debates on Universal Basic Income (UBI) or "AI Taxes."
At least two mid-sized developing nations will face sovereign debt defaults because they cannot cover both disaster recovery and interest payments. This will trigger a flight to safety in global markets, causing currency volatility in emerging economies.
A high-quality AI-generated "leak" (audio or video) will trigger a major diplomatic rift or a riot before it can be debunked