Citizens aren't very optimistic about the U.S.'s future.

Poll reveals Americans’ grim predictions for the US in 2050

Nation in Decline

A survey asking U.S. citizens to predict America's future reveals a great deal of pessimism, but not everyone thinks the nation is in a decline.

Poll Reveals Americans’ Grim Predictions for the US in 2050

They don't see much to look forward to — but science and tech are a bright spot.

Countdown to the singularity [Affiliate]

Countdown to the Singularity [Affiliate]

The biggest tech breakthroughs predicted over the next 20 years. 

This data could soon be used to develop a better early warning system.

Satellites will soon predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions from space

Earth & Energy

These satellites monitor changes in the motion of earth's surface, allowing geoscientists to predict earthquakes, landslides and volcanic eruptions.

Satellites Will Soon Predict Earthquakes and Volcanic Eruptions From Space

The eyes in the sky can see underground magma streams and hidden fault lines.

Ronnie Moas doesn't believe cryptocurrency prices represent a bubble.

Future Society

Ronnie Moas spoke about his predictions for bitcoin and the entire crypto market. He foresees a major boost as opposed to a bubble burst.

Expert Predicts Bitcoin Will be Worth up to $20,000 in the Next Three Years

The entire cryptocurrency market could be valued at $2 trillion in just 10 years.

Sci-Fi Visions

"Cancer" is a collection of diseases that cause cells to divide uncontrollably — sometimes with deadly consequences. When can we put this devastating medical affliction behind us once and for all? Here is a timeline for when you can expect a cure for cancer.

When Will We Have a Cure for All Forms of Cancer?

About 10 percent of Futurism's readers predicted that we'll never cure cancer.

Between the government plans and private interests racing to colonize other planets, experts and Futurism readers agree: it's not long off.

Off World

Experts predict humanity may face a civilization-threatening disaster in the next century. Will we be ready to live off-planet when it comes?

When Will the First Human Space Colony Be Established?

Our days on Earth may be numbered. 

Experts and Futurism readers agree that it's not far off.

Researchers have designed numerous options for women to control their fertility, but men are woefully limited in their options for birth control.

When Will the First Male Contraceptive Pill Be Publicly Available?

Women have had "the pill" for almost 60 years. 

Quantum computers are rapidly developing, but when will we be able to add one to our Christmas lists? Here is a timeline for when you can expect to see quantum computers on the shelves of your local tech store.

When Will Quantum Computers Be Consumer Products?

This technology will allow us to do things we could only dream of before.

Throughout the course of human history we've developed marvelous means to protect ourselves from illness and injury.

Health & Medicine

Turning Back the Biological Clock Throughout the course of human history we’ve developed marvelous means to protect ourselves from illness and injury: ailments and afflictions that once commonly took lives are now a thing of the past, are easily treatable and preventable through modern medical science — and some scourges have been downright eradicated. The one thing […]

When Will We Successfully Reverse Aging?

Researchers are unlocking the mysteries of aging.

Humanity is diligently searching the skies for signs of alien life through efforts like SETI and the Breakthrough Listen initiative, but when will we finally find what we are looking for? Here is a timeline for when you can expect a confirmation that we are not alone in the universe.

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