Techlash
Megatrend
Long-term, major change of a global nature; changing the balance of power, the existing way of operating.
Long-term, major change of a global nature; changing the balance of power, the existing way of operating.
- MIRROR WORLD
- WORLD OF SOCIAL TRANSFORMATIONS
- WORLD OF WAR
- AI WORLD
Time perspective
Trends are placed in four time perspectives:
NOW – perspective now;
NEW – short-term perspective (1-5 years);
NEXT – medium-term perspective (5-15 years);
BEYOND – perspective for the long term (15+ years).
Trends are placed in four time perspectives:
NOW – perspective now;
NEW – short-term perspective (1-5 years);
NEXT – medium-term perspective (5-15 years);
BEYOND – perspective for the long term (15+ years).
- Now
- New
- Next
- Beyond
Trend Momentum Index TM
infuture.institute’s proprietary indicator for assessing the relevance of trends. The TMI is calculated dynamically based on a wide range of data, including, among others, regulations introduced, research, patents filed, impact on sustainability goals, investments or the value of individual markets.
infuture.institute’s proprietary indicator for assessing the relevance of trends. The TMI is calculated dynamically based on a wide range of data, including, among others, regulations introduced, research, patents filed, impact on sustainability goals, investments or the value of individual markets.
Definition of a trend
A trend that is linked to an attitude of opposition to large technology companies and to their negative impact on the functioning of individuals and societies. This trend is also associated with a more conscious use of technology or the abandonment of its excessive presence in everyday life. One manifestation of this trend is the emergence of low-tech zones in cities or the concept of low-tech cities in general, which focus on technological minimalism, local materials, natural solutions and integration with nature.
Trend Momentum Index TM
Reasons for the trend
- growing awareness in the public about privacy and surveillance, fear of loss of privacy,
- a growing sense of overload and dependence on technology, especially the internet and electronic devices,
- growing concern about the impact of technology on health,
- nostalgia for the past and a simpler life without advanced technology,
- growing aversion to technology, technophobia, fear of automation and loss of jobs.
Insights
Check out monthly updated examples of the occurrence of trend Techlash in patents, scientific articles and media. Materials are selected using our machine learning algorithms and approved by the infuture.institute team
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Consequences of the trend
- an increase in demand for products and services that provide better protection of personal data,
- strengthening local communities and businesses,
- the rise in popularity of alternative, decentralised technologies (e.g. blockchain),
- the development of regulations targeting Big Tech activities,
- greater awareness of the use of digital devices, greater attention to mental health and relationships,
- the development of movements for digital minimalism.
Supporting technologies
blockchain, open-source, minimalist technologies (including, for example, phones with limited functionality), digital detoxification tools, tools to manage time spent online
Industries most sensitive to the trend
consumer technology and consumer electronics, social media and digital platforms, fintech, e-commerce, streaming platforms and broader digital entertainment