
IN SPOTLIGHT
The future of global security hinges on societal resilience
Defence debates tend to focus on firepower. But the most destabilising risks may come from something far harder to quantify: the fraying of social trust, the manipulation of truth, and the erosion of the middle class.
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Why Territorial Foresight Matters for Policy-Makers
A better understanding of possible future territorial balances or imbalances can support policy-making processes to better adapt to future developments and needs. Territorial Foresight supports gaining better insights on territorial consequences of policy choices with broad ownership among different stakeholders.
Human Biometric Microchipping
Many years ago, in movies, we used to see someone have their eye scanned to enter a vault or put their fingerprint on a pad to open a futuristic door. But these once futuristic biometric technologies have now started to work their way into our every-day lives. Are microchips next?
Plastic-Eating Bacteria May Save Our Oceans
Plastic. It has become so common place, most of us cannot imagine day to day life without it. Since its invention in 1907, it has become one of the most essential materials for mankind. However, it has not come without its downsides. The main and most pressing for humanity being the immense amount of waste.
Is Telehealth the Future of Healthcare?
The last time you went to the doctor, how long were you stuck sitting in the waiting room? Unfortunately, for many the answer is usually, “Too long!” You can only read so many 5-year-old magazines before losing patience… However,, thanks to telehealth, this tradition of long wait times might soon come to an end.
What’s a Prosumer and Are You One?
It has even become the norm for consumers to expect, and even demand, some degree of customization if they are to consider purchasing. This has given rise to the age of the prosumer.
Futures Platform organizes the Strategic Foresight Summit 2018 in Helsinki
The future is full of fascinating opportunities - but how to make sense of them? Join in to learn and discuss! The early bird discount ends on April 30. The seminar is all about hands-on, so the attendees can expect concrete case presentations, practical tips and best practices, and down-to-earth discussions.
How Are You Trapped in the Attention Economy?
Do you feel that you are constantly bombarded with messages? Or you have that urge to check your phone the second you hear the fabled Facebook notification noise? These are prime examples showing we have entered a new era called the attention economy.
The Future of Airplanes
Since the very first flight by the Wright brothers in 1903, flight as a mode of transportation has revolutionized our world and how we travel. But what does the future of airplanes have in store?
3 Benefits of Futures Thinking
The complexities of today call for a different way of thinking. To quote Einstein, “We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.”
Who Should Profit From Selling Your Personal Data
For decades companies have been practicing data scraping and data mining to improve their own businesses. Is it time you start doing it yourself for a profit?
The Era of Smart Cameras
First you had film. Then you had digital cameras. And it sort of seemed that was as far as it would go. After all, what else was there? Well, we are now entering the era of smart cameras.
How A Drone Attack Would Be A Serious Problem
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, have come to stay. And they promise to revolutionize several industries. But, like every other technology with the potential to significantly change things around us, it doesn't come without some risks. One, in particular, is terrifying to think about: drone attacks.