In the book 'Abundance,' we painted a picture of a future transformed by technology. Some predictions hit the mark, while others missed the target.
What we got right: The rise of exponential technologies like AI and biotech has indeed accelerated progress in fields such as healthcare and energy. Access to information has never been easier, and grassroots innovation is booming.
What we got wrong: We underestimated the challenges of inequality and resistance to change. Technological abundance hasn't fully trickled down, and ethical concerns have slowed adoption. Additionally, we overestimated how quickly institutions would adapt.
Looking back, the core idea—that tech can solve big problems—still holds, but it must be coupled with smart policy and inclusive design.