Attali argues that human history is governed by cycles. He notes that society moved from a "ritual order" (governed by religion) to an "imperial order" (governed by military might), and finally to the current (governed by the free market and capitalism).
He predicts the decline of the American empire, leaving the world without a single dominant center for the first time in centuries. 🔮 The 3 Waves of the Future
National governments will weaken. Massive transnational corporations—specifically entertainment and insurance companies—will effectively run the world. Une brГЁve histoire de l'avenir
Decoding the Future: A Look at Jacques Attali's "Une brève histoire de l'avenir"
According to Attali, this merchant order has rotated through nine successive geographical "cores" or dominant cities: Bruges Venice Antwerp Genoa Amsterdam London Boston New York (the current ninth core) Attali argues that human history is governed by cycles
The total triumph of the free market over the state.
Triggered by the breakdown of the Hyperempire, wars will erupt over scarce resources like water and oil. 🔮 The 3 Waves of the Future National
Attali breaks down the next 50+ years into three distinct, successive waves: 1. The Hyperempire