Future of (Almost) Everything

At a time of huge global change and daily disruption to our personal lives, this new edition of Patrick Dixon's bestselling title helps you plot your future in an uncertain world.It examines both the changes that affect individuals, such as the latest medical treatments, personal technology, biotech and dating trends, and the changes that affect how we work, such as the growing use of automation and artificial intelligence. But it also considers global megatrends such as the energy transition, the geopolitical shift from West to East, and phenomena such as climate change.This fully updated edition looks at the transition to ageing societies and the rise of megacities; coming crises in critical commodities, food, water and energy supply; and the latest geopolitical changes to affect business such as the move from last-minute supply chains to a renewed focus on greater national resilience and self-sufficiency. Taking a balanced view of threats and positives coming our way, the author also provides ten steps for individual action that help you futureproof your world.