Predictions for 2042 | Future timeline

Read 8 predictions for 2042, a year that will see the world transform in big and small ways; this includes disruptions throughout our culture, technology, science, health and business sectors. It’s your future, discover what you’re in for.

Quantumrun Foresight prepared this list; A trend intelligence consulting firm that uses strategic foresight to help companies thrive from future trends in foresight. This is just one of many possible futures society may experience.

Fast forecasts for 2042

  • Voice-controlled, 3D food printers are now a commonplace kitchen appliance that offers owners an endless food menu of restaurant-like meal experiences at the home. This appliance will reduce cooking time and (potentially) restaurant visits. (Likelihood 60%)1
  • Phone numbers become extinct, replaced by various text and voice messaging services. 1
  • Bangkok is now surrounded by massive flood walls 1
Fast Forecast
  • Phone numbers become extinct, replaced by various text and voice messaging services. 1
  • Bangkok is now surrounded by massive flood walls 1
  • World population forecasted to reach 9,278,694,000 1
  • World sales of electric vehicles reaches 21,086,667 1

Country forecasts for 2042

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