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HOTHOUSE FORESIGHT 2013: THE TRENDS SHAPING OUR WORLD

Published by Uma Rajagopal

Posted on June 12, 2014

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· Last updated: June 12, 2014

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Every year, Kwittken investigates the future trends shaping business, economics, society, technology, politics, and the media; combining visionary ideas with hard statistical data.

Our research for 2013 was launched in conjunction with our regular guest speakers: Adam Boulton, Sky News; Paul Mason, BBC Newsnight; and Bronwen Maddox, Prospect magazine.

Watch Adam, Paul and Bronwen discuss these trends, joined by Christopher Clarke from Kwittken and Peter Zoutis from Northstar Research Partners.

Key Takeaways

  • Kwittken’s Hothouse Foresight 2013 combined visionary ideas with quantitative data to explore emerging global trends.
  • The research, supported by Northstar Research Partners, surveyed 886 UK and US adults to pinpoint 43 issues affecting business and communications.
  • Themes identified include balancing co‑creation with innovation, shifting social demographics, and the evolving role of the state.
  • The event featured insights from Adam Boulton, Paul Mason, Bronwen Maddox, Christopher Clarke, and Peter Zoutis, emphasizing long‑term strategic curiosity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hothouse Foresight 2013?
An annual Kwittken research report launched with a video featuring expert speakers discussing future trends across business, society, technology, media, economics and politics.
Who contributed to the discussion in the video?
Speakers included Adam Boulton (Sky News), Paul Mason (BBC Newsnight), Bronwen Maddox (Prospect), Christopher Clarke (Kwittken) and Peter Zoutis (Northstar Research Partners).
What methodology underpins the research?
Quantitative insights were provided by Northstar Research Partners from an online survey of 886 UK and US adults between 1–7 February 2013, including professionals and general population respondents.
What are some key trends identified?
Notable trends include balancing co‑creation with internal innovation, identifying emerging industry segments and markets, shifting social demographics like the rise of single‑person households, and the changing role of the state.

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