Scenarios about 'regulation'
The formal system of rules, restrictions, and oversight imposed by governments on various economic activities, industries, and social behaviors. Regulation has historically evolved from minimal market interference to complex oversight frameworks addressing issues like monopoly power, consumer protection, environmental impact, and financial stability. In alternate history scenarios, different regulatory approaches can dramatically alter technological development, economic systems, and the balance between state control and individual liberty.
What If Big Tech Was Regulated Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where major technology companies faced significant regulatory oversight in the early 2000s, potentially reshaping the digital landscape, data privacy standards, and market competition we experience today.
What If Loot Boxes Were Banned From The Start?
Exploring the alternate timeline where randomized monetization mechanics in video games faced immediate regulation, dramatically altering the trajectory of the gaming industry's business models and design philosophy.