Technology is changing faster than ever before. By 2035, experts predict that almost every area of life will look different. Here is what we think will happen.
In healthcare, AI will diagnose many common diseases faster than human doctors. This will probably save millions of lives by catching problems early. Doctors will still be needed, but their role will change — they will focus more on complex cases and on the human side of medicine. Personalised medicine will become more common, meaning treatments will be designed for individual patients.
At work, remote and hybrid working will be standard in most industries. Some jobs that exist today probably won't exist in 2035 — particularly those involving repetitive tasks. However, new jobs will appear that we can't fully predict today. Technology will create opportunities, but workers will need to develop new skills.
In education, students will learn with AI tutors that adapt to their needs. Schools will probably still exist — technology will not completely replace human teachers. Most experts agree that the relationship between students and teachers will always be important.
In transport, most new cars sold will be electric. In some cities, driverless taxis will already be common. High-speed rail will replace short domestic flights in many countries, which might help reduce carbon emissions significantly.
In daily life, voice assistants will handle most routine tasks. People will spend even more time online, which might create new mental health challenges for some groups.
Not everyone is optimistic, however. Some experts warn that technology will create new inequalities if access to these advances is not equal. "The future will be bright," says one analyst, "but only if we make sure everyone can be part of it."