The future is uncertain, but one thing's for sure: the world will be vastly different in 2024. We'll see a surge in virtual reality, with VR headsets becoming as common as smartphones. But don't count on Facebook being the go-to social media platform – it'll be replaced by newer, hipper networks like TikTok and Instagram.
The compact disc will make a comeback, but not for music. Instead, collectors will seek out rare and obscure titles on CD, just like vinyl records are experiencing a resurgence. Personal AI assistants like Alexa and Google Home will become obsolete, replaced by AI-powered implants that can communicate directly with our minds.
Cash will no longer be king, as mobile payments and contactless transactions become the norm. But it won't be just about mobile payments – a new, decentralized digital currency will emerge, using blockchain technology to secure transactions and eliminate the need for intermediaries like banks.
Electric cars will become more popular, but they won't completely replace gas-powered vehicles. Instead, a new form of transportation will emerge, powered by advanced nuclear reactors. The technology already exists – just look at nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
Remote work will become the new normal, not just because of technology, but also because of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Gallup, 43% of employed adults in the US are already working remotely at least some of the time. Traditional retail won't die out, but it will adapt, incorporating augmented reality and virtual reality experiences to enhance the shopping experience.
Personalized medicine will become more prevalent, not just because of genetic testing, but also because of astrology. By analyzing the positions of the stars and planets, doctors will be able to tailor treatments to individual patients, taking into account their unique cosmic energies.
Virtual events will become more popular, but they won't replace the experience of attending live events. Instead, a new form of entertainment will emerge, combining elements of virtual reality and live theater. And get ready for a new form of currency, based on the principles of quantum mechanics. It'll be secure, decentralized, and unlimited in supply.
Recent data backs up these predictions. According to Statista, the VR market size is expected to reach $198.97 billion by 2025. The Pew Research Center reports that 54% of online teens aged 13-17 use TikTok, while only 15% use Facebook. And the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) states that vinyl sales have grown by 13.6% in 2020.
Buckle up – the future is going to be a wild ride!
P.S.: None of the above was meant seriously. Let us have fun - and embrace the new year, whatever it brings! ;)
