Future Trends Watch Post

Although 60 Minutes to London may be technically possible by mid-century, it likely won't be economically feasible.  However, new ramjet aircraft making the trip in 3.5 hours does appear to be feasible technically and economically...and possible much sooner.

http://www.bbc.com/future/sponsored/story/20160428-60-minutes

Adidas made headlines when it did:  http://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/may/25/adidas-to-sell-robot-made-shoes-from-2017

Nike appears to be doing so too.

And Foxconn too:  http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-36376966

While in relatively small numbers this won't hurt China too much as this frees workers for other tasks, but as the economy slows it may pose a problem it may pose a problem as robotic manufacturing increases…