The following is a list of 88 business opportunities I've identified during research for my book "The Alpha Bet."
Construct/Category ~ ~ Transformation/Business Opportunity : : Description
1) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Opportunity Zones (International Collaboration) : : Creating a consultancy or investment platform that helps corporations invest in conflict-prone areas through tax incentives and resource assistance, improving the local economy and reducing crime or terrorism.
2) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Social Conscription (Mandatory Philanthropy Enrollment) : : A platform or organization that manages government-mandated philanthropic work, helping people fulfill their obligations through targeted activities based on age and physical ability.
3) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Community Health and Security Professionals : : A service or organization that trains health and security professionals to work within communities, identifying and addressing local health and security issues through a collaborative approach.
4) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Governing the Commons (Measuring Natural Resources) : : Platforms or technologies that measure and manage food, energy, and natural capital resources at local and global scales, ensuring sustainable management of resources.
5) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Basic Needs (Guaranteed Clean Water, Air, Food, Shelter) : : Businesses focused on providing sustainable solutions for access to clean water, air, healthy food, and housing.
6) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Virtual Nations : : Platforms creating digital governance or virtual communities that offer services and citizenship-like benefits.
7) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Social Capital (Measuring Trust and Cooperation) : : Platforms that measure and reward social capital through trust-building, cooperation, and volunteering efforts.
8) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Ethics (Ethical Auditing and Governance) : : Consulting firms or software solutions providing ethical auditing of businesses, products, and AI systems.
9) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Education in Schools (Incorporating Emerging Technologies) : : Schools incorporating new technologies like AI, coding, and ethics education, offering platforms for teachers and students to adapt to these trends.
10) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Justice Streamlining Through AI : : AI-driven legal tools to assist in speeding up court processes and reduce human error in decision-making.
11) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Police Use of AI for Threat Detection : : AI-enhanced systems for law enforcement to predict and prevent potential threats, improving public safety.
12) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Privacy Monitoring : : Developing technology to monitor and protect against surveillance abuse by governments or corporations.
13) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Voting Systems Reform : : Platforms integrating compulsory voting with issue-based surveys, offering better representation of public opinion.
14) CITIZENSHIP or POLITICAL ~ ~ Bipartisanship with Third-Party Arbitration : : Creating systems or services for third-party mediation (e.g., UN-style) to resolve political deadlocks.
15) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Price of Solar Decreasing : : Businesses offering affordable solar solutions to homes and small businesses, benefiting from falling solar prices.
16) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Cryptocurrencies (Expansion in Everyday Use) : : Building platforms or services that simplify cryptocurrency use for everyday transactions, allowing broader consumer adoption.
17) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Rise in Price of Silver and Nickel (Electrical Conduction Properties) : : Investment opportunities or consulting services focusing on leveraging the rising value of silver and nickel for their use in tech and electrical industries.
18) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Consumers Seeking Multiple Cryptocurrencies : : Platforms that integrate and simplify the use of multiple cryptocurrencies for everyday transactions and savings.
19) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Property Prices Dropping in Certain Areas Due to Environmental Changes : : Real estate services specializing in advising consumers on regions impacted by environmental risks, such as rising sea levels.
20) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ GMOs (Expansion Beyond Food) : : Businesses offering genetically modified solutions for non-food products, like materials and energy sources.
21) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Blockchain Technologies : : Developing eco-friendly blockchain platforms or decentralized apps to solve energy concerns while ensuring data integrity.
22) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Data (Monetizing and Protecting Data) : : Platforms that empower individuals to control, protect, and monetize their personal data.
23) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Your Data (Monetizing Personal Data) : : Platforms enabling individuals to control and monetize their own data, earning passive income from data usage.
24) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Investing (CDFI Banks and Crowdlending Platforms) : : Expansion of community-based financial institutions and platforms like SeedInvest or FundRise to support local businesses.
25) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Price of Technologies (Lowering Costs) : : Services leveraging the declining cost of tech (e.g., solar power, AI) to offer affordable solutions for consumers and businesses.
26) FINANCES or ECONOMICS ~ ~ Student Loan Bailout : : Financial advisory services focusing on helping borrowers navigate student loan forgiveness or repayment plans.
27) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Healthcare (Shifting from Sick Care to Preventative Care) : : Services focusing on preventive healthcare and biotech innovations that improve mental and physical well-being.
28) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Biotech for Health and Agriculture : : Companies developing biotechnology solutions aimed at improving mental sharpness, reducing pain, and enhancing sleep without side effects, catering to both medical and agricultural sectors.
29) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ DOSE (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphins Regulation) : : Developing apps, retreats, or supplements focused on regulating key brain chemicals (DOSE) to improve mental well-being and emotional health.
30) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ At-home Physicals (Telehealth Expansion) : : Services or devices that allow people to conduct physical exams and health checks at home, connecting with doctors remotely.
31) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Technology for Health : : Developing BCI technology to help individuals control devices, improve communication, or recover from injuries or diseases.
32) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Inoculation Training (Public Health Preparedness) : : Training programs or apps that help individuals prepare for and understand vaccination processes and public health strategies.
33) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Fashion (Wearable Technology to Block Video Capturing and Profiling) : : Development of clothing and accessories designed to block facial recognition, video capturing, and profiling technologies, catering to privacy-conscious consumers.
34) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Genomics (Gene Editing and Personal Health) : : Personalized genomic services for gene editing aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing genetic risks.
35) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Mindfulness (Stimulus Control and Retreats) : : Mindfulness retreats and apps focusing on detoxing from digital stimuli (e.g., dopamine, serotonin) for well-being.
36) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Health (Cultural Norms for Exercise) : : Apps and platforms promoting exercise as a part of daily life, enhancing physical and mental health.
37) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Fashion (Wearable Technology) : : Integrating wearable tech into fashion, such as health-tracking devices or emotion-monitoring wearables.
38) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Fashion (Audial/Optic Lie Detection) : : Wearable devices in fashion that use audial and visual cues to detect dishonesty or emotional states.
39) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Dating Trends (Less People Having Kids) : : Child-free dating apps and lifestyle services that cater to individuals opting not to have children.
40) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Oxygen Supply (Bottled Oxygen) : : Creating bottled oxygen products for regions facing air quality issues or for wellness purposes (e.g., sports recovery).
41) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Easier Dishwashing : : A dishwasher that cleans rubber dishes with food scraps and trash included, using smart technology to tumble, capture and wash stuck-on messes efficiently.
42) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ AR Sports Streaming : : Athletes wear cameras to give fans a live, first-person AR experience, immersing them in the game as if they were the player.
43) LIFESTYLE or WELLNESS ~ ~ Dynamic AI-Generated Websites : : AI chatbots replace traditional websites, instantly creating custom, visual content based on user requests.
44) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Flow State (Achieving High Productivity States) : : Developing apps, courses, or tools that guide users into achieving a "flow state," enhancing creativity and productivity in personal and professional environments.
45) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Experiential Learning (Active Learning Through Experiences) : : Creating educational platforms or institutions that offer learning through storytelling, play, and immersive experiences, replacing traditional desk-based education.
46) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Social Media Addiction (Managing Digital Well-being) : : Tools, apps, or retreats focused on helping individuals reduce social media addiction and regain control over their time and attention.
47) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Experiential Entertainment (Art, Music, Sports, and Gamified Exercise) : : Creating platforms, events, or products that combine entertainment with active participation in art, music, sports, and gamified exercise, fostering engagement and creativity.
48) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Education in Schools (Learning How to Learn) : : Creating schools or educational platforms focused on experiential learning through stories, art, music, and play. Replacing traditional desk learning with active, immersive experiences.
49) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Attention (Freedom of Attention Movement) : : Platforms or tools designed to help individuals reclaim control of their attention and reduce distractions.
50) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Systems Thinking : : Consulting services for businesses and governments to assess the long-term consequences of their decisions.
51) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Education (Self-Actualization and Purpose) : : Courses or programs aimed at helping individuals connect their skills to their sense of purpose and fulfillment.
52) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Consciousness and Empathy Training : : Tools and workshops designed to enhance empathy and emotional intelligence in personal and professional contexts.
53) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Information Aggregators : : Platforms or apps that aggregate information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reduce bias.
54) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Decision Making with Multidisciplinary Input : : Decision-making tools that integrate feedback from various fields (science, philosophy, art) for more holistic choices.
55) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Inequality Reduction : : Platforms or programs aimed at reducing inequality by improving access to education, healthcare, and jobs.
56) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Metacognition : : Training programs and apps that help individuals enhance control over their subconscious thoughts and behavior.
57) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Online Reviews : : Platforms allowing third parties indirectly affected by a product (e.g., neighbors of an AirBnB) to post reviews.
58) PERCEPTION or SOCIAL ~ ~ Online Reviews for Sustainability and Social Responsibility : : Creating rating systems based on environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility metrics.
59) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Intranet Systems (Protecting Against Internet Node Attacks) : : Creating smaller, decentralized intranet systems to protect businesses and communities from internet-wide outages or cyberattacks.
60) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Placemaking (Community-Driven Urban Design) : : Consulting services or platforms that help communities design public spaces to foster social interaction, creativity, and sustainability.
61) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Businesses Moving Away from Coastlines Due to Rising Waters : : Advisory services for businesses to relocate from areas at risk of climate change-induced disasters.
62) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Biomimicry Technology for Weather Detection : : Companies developing weather detection systems inspired by natural processes to better predict and prepare for severe weather.
63) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Garage Repurposing : : As ridesharing grows, garages could be repurposed into living spaces, home offices, or smart storage solutions.
64) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ The Silo Internet : : Development of decentralized intranet systems to safeguard against major internet outages and cyberattacks.
65) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Essential Services : : Businesses focusing on providing guaranteed access to basic needs (clean water, air, food, and shelter) through innovative solutions.
66) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Fine Print Automation : : AI tools that help consumers understand and simplify legal fine print, improving transparency in contracts.
67) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Advertisements Becoming More Personalized : : Personalized advertising platforms that utilize advanced data analytics to target users more accurately.
68) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Computer Screens and Voice User Interface (VUI) : : Developing voice-activated systems for computers, enabling hands-free interactions in homes and workplaces.
69) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Water Utility Prices Doubling : : Water recycling and conservation solutions for households and businesses as utility prices rise.
70) SURROUNDINGS or ENVIRONMENT ~ ~ Human Migration Due to Climate Change : : Developing relocation and adaptation services for people displaced by climate change, offering housing and employment resources.
71) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Creating Network Effects (Building Self-Reinforcing Systems) : : Developing platforms that leverage network effects to grow their user base, where each new user increases the value for all existing users.
72) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Algorithm Tricking (AI Manipulation Detection) : : Businesses offering AI and algorithm auditing services to detect and prevent manipulation or unfair practices in algorithm-driven systems, especially in advertising or media.
73) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Technology Reliance (Surviving Tech Outages and Cyberattacks) : : Developing products or services that help individuals and businesses survive temporary tech outages and longer-term cyberattacks, such as off-grid solutions or backup systems.
74) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Data Analytics and IT Support for Businesses : : Companies providing small businesses with data analytics and IT support to make informed decisions and improve operational efficiency.
75) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Visual Arts (Augmented Reality and Generative Design) : : Developing services that incorporate AR, drone photography, and generative design into marketing, entertainment, and education.
76) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Renewable Energy Engineers for Solar and Wind Power : : Companies focused on hiring engineers to innovate and scale solar and wind power solutions for commercial and residential use.
77) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Emerging Tech (Adoption of New Technologies) : : Companies providing consultancy and integration services to help industries adopt new tech like AI, AR, and blockchain.
78) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Technology Reliance : : Businesses providing backup solutions, off-grid technology, and preparedness tools for temporary technology outages.
79) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Search Engines (Shifts in Search Algorithms) : : New search engines focused on privacy and neutrality in data filtering, avoiding algorithmic bias.
80) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Work Drudgery : : Tools or platforms for automating repetitive tasks, reducing work drudgery, and improving job satisfaction.
81) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Gig Work Certifications : : Systems to verify, rate, and enhance freelancer credentials, creating a trusted ecosystem for gig workers.
82) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Profit Accountability : : Services offering transparency in profit-sharing, helping companies introduce new metrics for accountability.
83) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Workdays (4-Day Workweek) : : Consulting firms or tech tools that assist businesses in transitioning to a shorter, more productive workweek.
84) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Sharing Economy Expansion : : Platforms that enable sharing of personal items like cars, tools, and appliances to reduce consumer costs.
85) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Time Banks (Exchange of Time for Services) : : Creating platforms where users can exchange time or services, offering a new form of currency and collaboration.
86) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Teaching / Reverse Mentoring : : Programs where younger employees mentor senior colleagues on digital tools and new technologies.
87) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ A.I. Automation : : Services to audit AI systems for bias, inefficiency, or misinformation across industries.
88) WORKPLACE or BUSINESS ~ ~ Retail Conversion to Healthcare : : Utilizing vacant retail spaces to provide healthcare services, such as urgent care clinics or wellness centers.