Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If the UK Became a Republic After Queen Elizabeth II?
Exploring how the United Kingdom might have transformed if the death of Queen Elizabeth II had led to the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a British republic, reshaping the nation's politics, identity, and global role.
What If Artificial Intelligence Achieved True Consciousness?
Investigating the philosophical, ethical, and societal implications of a world where AI systems develop genuine self-awareness and consciousness comparable to human beings.
What If Australia's Indigenous Voice to Parliament Referendum Succeeded?
Exploring the constitutional, social, and international consequences if Australia had successfully established a First Nations Voice to Parliament through the 2023 referendum.
What If Australia Became a Renewable Energy Superpower?
Exploring the economic, geopolitical, and environmental consequences if Australia rapidly transformed into a global renewable energy superpower, leveraging its vast solar, wind, and critical mineral resources.
What If the UK Adopted Proportional Representation?
Exploring how British politics would have transformed if the first-past-the-post electoral system was replaced with proportional representation, reshaping party dynamics, coalition governance, and policy outcomes.
What If Cryptocurrency Became the Global Standard Currency?
Examining the profound economic, political, and social consequences of a world where Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies replaced traditional fiat currencies as the primary global medium of exchange.