In Simon Sees I share some of the signals I’m seeing in the world around me that indicate how the future might be different from today. In this edition we’re looking at ‘the future of getting old’.
Aging has always been a natural part of life, but as a result of technology change, shifting demographics and evolving social norms, getting old isn’t like it use to be. From preparing the next generation for financial responsibility to harnessing old school technology for companionship to counteracting granny scams, the future of growing old looks to be both challenging and innovative
Millionaire parents are taking Gen Z kids to bespoke conventions to prepare them for the $90 trillion Great Wealth Transfer
“Entrepreneurs have serious concerns that their kids might not be up to the task of taking on their business or responsibly managing their wealth.”
An Aging Japanese Village Put Life-Sized Dolls Everywhere to Feel More Alive
“When real flesh and blood people aren’t having enough babies, life-size dolls are the next best thing.”
Phone Provider Deploys “State-of-the-Art AI Granny” to Waste Scammers’ Time
“As ‘Head of Scammer Relations,’ this state-of-the-art AI Granny’s mission is to talk with fraudsters and waste as much of their time as possible with human-like rambling.”
Simon
