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The Future of 2030: 8 Predictions from the World Economic Forum

Mubashir Ali
4 min readJul 18, 2023

The 8 Biggest Trends That Will Shape the Future

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The World Economic Forum (WEF) is a non-profit organization that brings together leaders from business, government, and academia to discuss global issues. In 2017, the WEF released a report called “The Future of Jobs,” which predicted eight major changes that are likely to happen in the world of work by 2030.

Automation, AI, and robotics are changing the world of work. Some jobs will be displaced, but new ones will be created. To be successful in the future, you will need new skills, such as critical thinking and problem-solving. You can prepare for the future of work by retraining for new jobs or by developing the skills that will be in demand in the future.

These predictions are based on new technologies, demographic changes, and economic shifts. They will impact our lives, work, and society. Technological advances make it possible to work from home and communicate globally. Demographic trends cause population aging and diversity. Economic changes lead to job losses and new opportunities. These trends create an exciting and challenging future. We must understand them to prepare.

Here are the eight major changes that were given by WEF:

  1. You’ll own nothing, and you’ll be happy. You will no longer own most of the things you use, but instead you will rent or subscribe to them as needed. This will lead to a more sustainable and efficient use of resources. For example, you might rent a car for a weekend getaway instead of owning one, or subscribe to a service that provides you with clean laundry on demand.
  2. Cities will become more digital and connected. The Internet of Things (IoT) will be ubiquitous in cities, and everything from traffic lights to street lamps will be connected to the internet. This will allow cities to become more efficient and responsive to their citizens. For example, you might be able to control your home’s thermostat or lights from your smartphone, or receive real-time updates on traffic conditions.
  3. Work will be more flexible and collaborative. The rise of remote work and the gig economy will lead to a more flexible and collaborative workplace. Employees will be able to work from anywhere, and they will be able to collaborate with colleagues from all over the world. For example, you might be able to work from home a few days a week, or join a virtual team that is based in different countries.
  4. Education will be more personalized and lifelong. Technology will make it possible for people to learn at their own pace and on their own terms. This will lead to a more personalized and lifelong approach to education. For example, you might be able to take online courses to learn new skills, or get a degree from a university that is not located near you.
  5. Healthcare will be more preventive and predictive. Technology will be used to prevent diseases and to predict when people are likely to get sick. This will lead to a more proactive approach to healthcare. For example, you might be able to use a wearable device to track your health data, or get a genetic test to identify your risk for certain diseases.
  6. Food will be more sustainable and nutritious. The rise of vertical farming and other new technologies will make it possible to produce more food in a more sustainable way. This will lead to a more nutritious and sustainable food system. For example, you might be able to buy food that is grown locally and organically.
  7. Energy will be more renewable and distributed. The cost of renewable energy will continue to fall, and more and more people will generate their own energy. This will lead to a more decentralized and sustainable energy system. For example, you might be able to install solar panels on your home or buy electricity from a local renewable energy provider.
  8. Transportation will be more autonomous and shared. Self-driving cars and other autonomous vehicles will become more common, and we will see a shift towards shared transportation. This will lead to a more efficient and sustainable transportation system. For example, you might be able to take a self-driving car to work or share a ride with a neighbor.

These are just a few of the ways that the world is changing, and how they will affect you. It is important to stay informed about these changes so that you can prepare for the future.

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