THE FUTURE

What are you most worried about for the future?

People’s top concerns for the future revolve around several key areas:

*Environmental Risks*

– *Climate Change*: Extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and environmental degradation are major worries, with 2025 expected to see intensified climate disruption, triggering heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, and floods.
– *Biodiversity Loss*: The loss of ecosystems and species is a growing concern, ranking second in the 10-year risk list, according to the Global Risks Report 2025.¹

*Economic Uncertainties*

– *Global Debt*: Mounting debt, inflationary pressures, and economic slowdowns are significant concerns, with countries like Argentina and Lebanon facing liquidity crises or defaults.
– *Cyber Threats*: The rapid evolution of technology poses risks of cyber attacks, data breaches, and information manipulation, with potential costs to the global economy estimated at $10 trillion by 2025.² ³

*Geopolitical Tensions*

– *Global Conflicts*: Rising tensions between nations, such as the Iran-Israel conflict, and uncertainties surrounding global governance are major concerns.
– *Societal Fragmentation*: Polarization, social movements, and fractured societies are expected to continue, fueled by economic frustration, online disinformation, and declining trust in institutions.⁴ ⁵

*Technological Risks*

– *Artificial Intelligence*: The increasing use of AI and automation poses risks of job displacement, bias, and manipulation.
– *Cybersecurity*: The growing threat of cyber attacks and data breaches is a significant concern for individuals, businesses, and governments.

These concerns highlight the complex and interconnected nature of global risks, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to foster resilience and sustainability.