The Technological March From Scarcity to Universal Abundance

Michael Ten
2 min readOct 26, 2023

In a rapidly evolving world, the concept of post-scarcity represents not just an ideal, but a tangible future. It paints a vision where innovation, rather than limitation, directs our decisions. This is not mere speculation; technologies like thorium reactors, AI robotics and automation, vertical farming, and desalination are actively leading us toward this abundant horizon. Let’s delve into the transformative potential of these advancements.

🔷 Thorium Reactors: Thorium, as a fuel, outshines its counterparts like uranium. It’s more abundant, generates less waste, and offers enhanced safety parameters. With such attributes, thorium reactors promise a sustainable and almost inexhaustible energy future.

🔷 AI Robotics and Automation: As the dawn of AI brightens, the roles of robots in our societies expand. From the intricate realms of manufacturing to daily chores, AI-backed robots optimize tasks, reduce human errors, and bring efficiency to previously unimaginable scales. They are the harbingers of an age where manual labor is minimized, and productivity reaches new heights.

🔷 Vertical Farming: With the world’s population on a constant rise, the traditional farming methods strain to meet the ever-growing demand for food. Enter vertical farming: an innovative approach that utilizes vertical space for cultivation. By doing so, it not only increases yield per square foot but does so in a controlled environment. This ensures consistent produce quality, less…

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Michael Ten
Michael Ten

Written by Michael Ten

Author. Artist. Futurist. Social Entrepreneur. My books on Amazon include Radical Life Extension. https://smile.amazon.com/Michael-Ten/e/B00CD8NDSS/

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