Human+
The first brain-computer interfaces hit the market in 2037. They allowed direct, bi-directional communication between human brains and external devices, and even restored some sensory perception to those who lacked it due to physical disabilities. Implanted chips extended the brain’s capacity and connected it to the internet. Soft wearable exosuits appeared that enhanced physical abilities such as walking, jumping and gripping, while extending the tactile perception of reality. Alongside advancements in data transmission, these advances made teleoperation viable – so repair technicians or surgeons could do their highly specialized work remotely. Humans were on their way to becoming cyborgs, permanently connected to devices that enhanced their mental and physical capability.
Societal Trends
- Anywhere, Somewhere, X-Where
- Real and Virtual
- Mind-Lifting and Post-Humanism
- Health as a Status Symbol
- Hyper-Personalization
- Personal Cloud
Technological Trends
- Decentralization
- Digitally Enhanced Realities
- Digital Replication and Simulation
- Human Enhancement
Economic Trends
- Public and Private Convergence
- Data Infrastructure and Governance
- Integrated Systems
Environmental Trends
- Global Warming
- Rising Sea Levels
- Pollution
- Extreme Weather Events
Political Trends
- E-Governance
- Big Tech in Politics
- Predictive Governance
- Securitization