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Ten Billion Tomorrows by futurist Alex Lightman is a thought provoking guide to the future that addresses the most pressing issues confronting our world such as artificial intelligence, the economy, environment, healthcare, education, and space exploration. The book offers a multifaceted view of the world in the years to come and takes a position that advocates using technology for good in solving the world’s greatest problems. It takes a hopeful look at what lies ahead, focusing on utopian solutions such as self-driving cars, smart cities, and immersive virtual reality. Lightman looks to emerging technologies for creative solutions to common problems such as income inequality, genocide, and poverty. He also believes in education and research as pathways for a brighter future. Lightman’s exploration is wide-ranging, and his predictions and recommendations are sensible. He implores us to consider what actions need to be taken to make a better tomorrow and encourages readers to continue questioning and looking for answers.
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