The Future

My fascination with the future has been a lifelong passion. Whether it was the internet in 1993 at the University of Mannheim, mobile banking in 1999, or Microsoft surface at Q110 - Deutsche Bank of the Future in Berlin in 2006, there's something inherently captivating about the unknown, the endless possibilities that lie beyond the horizon. This fascination continued in 2013 with Bitcoin, Ripple, and API Banking at Fidor Bank.

This interest, I believe, stems from a deep-seated desire to understand not just where we're going, but also how we can actively participate in shaping that destination. I'm particularly drawn to the study of megatrends — those large-scale, transformative forces that are reshaping our world in profound ways. Analyzing these trends allows me to grasp the bigger picture and identify potential opportunities for innovation and positive change.

Strategic thinking, to me, is the key to unlocking this potential. It's about recognizing the power we possess to influence the course of events, to turn dreams into reality. The future isn't some predetermined path, but rather a canvas upon which we can paint our aspirations and visions. This belief in our ability to mold the future is empowering, it fuels my curiosity and drives me to explore the forces that will shape tomorrow. My current focus is on AI, hyper-personalization, IoT, tokenization, virtual reality, gamification, and the many other megatrends shaping our world.

This proactive engagement with the future fills me with a sense of purpose and the excitement of discovery.

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FrankSchwab.de