This scenario was contributed by participants at Foresight Institute's 2023 Existential Hope day: https://foresight.org/foresight-existential-hope-day-2023/

Midjourney is an independent research lab that produces an artificial intelligence program under the same name that creates images from textual descriptions, similar to OpenAI's DALL-E and Stable Diffusion.

This scenario shows a world where technology growth is balanced with human flourishing, and existential risks are minimized. It is driven by improvements in education, family structures, banking systems, governments, and the arts. Universal Basic Income (UBI) has been implemented, allowing for a society that values and supports all individuals. Wildlife is also protected and valued.

A key aspect of this scenario is the establishment of a true truth system, which promotes transparency and accountability across all areas of society. The singularity, or technological advancement, is growing at an optimum rate and is aligned with human values.

The path to this scenario was lined with a few key indicators of progress. In 10 years from now, there were fewer wars, windfall trusts, and higher approval ratings for congress. Activist groups were launching faster and the economy was thriving.

In 50 years, this scenario has fully manifested. The world is a more peaceful and just place, with a thriving global economy that supports all individuals. The true truth system is fully established and provides a framework for transparent decision-making. The singularity has continued to advance, but always in alignment with human values, allowing for continued growth and progress.

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