4 Things That Will Vanish In 20 Years

Some things are never going to die.

In 2199, you'll still receive tree-killing junk mail

If you don't uninstall Facebook, you will still be able to access your Facebook account in 20 years. It is too large to fail. It's like a corrupt, giant bank.

Good news! Some things are coming out, and we will all be happier.

The War on Spam Calls has Finally Begun

The US government responded to a problem with speed and agility as usual.

They are taking steps. Mobile providers must implement Shaken, a new antispam software.

It's not the perfect or ultimate solution.

It will reduce the number of calls that everyone receives.

Yes, spammers who are a bit shady will still find ways around it. But the signs are there: spam calls have ended. Regulators have finally noticed consumer demand.

Within 20 years, it will be gone for 99%. Maybe even 10.

After you have asked them to cease calling, you are legally entitled $500.

Don't listen to those who tell you to "press x" to be added to the Do not Call List. This is used by spammers to find out if you're a human and will answer the question. Then they sell that information on to other spammers.

Cable TV is dead

Cable TV is still loved by older people, but it will only last so long.

Two buyouts and name changes have occurred at my local cable company in the last 10 years due to bankruptcy.

My agent was so desperate when I called to cancel my cable. It was almost as if an agent's manager held a gun to his face.

"S-s-s-s-ir...are...are you sure you want to cancel? H-h-how would you like a month free of HBO?

People don't like watching ads every three minutes. They are tired of hearing the loud, disruptive and trauma-inducing car ads.

If you believe that commercials will disappear, don't be surprised. Already, product placements are infiltrating the movies.

Sometimes it's hilariously obvious.

The most obvious was when Brad Pitt stopped to sip a Pepsi while he ran from zombies in World War Z.

I was waiting for Brad's smile to come on the camera, and for the Pepsi logo flashing on the screen.

To avoid commercials, we'll need to continue paying. YouTube Premium is my favorite add-on (No. This was not something I was paid for.

Follow Every YouTube Star

Influencers have a shorter shelf life than pancakes.

Think back to the YouTubers that you were following a decade ago. Three were my thoughts, and only one is still active. But it's a good start.

Strangely, I was seated in front of a YouTuber from college. I'm not naming him as I don't want him to have a blast. Sometimes we even played Call of Duty online together.

He tried to tell me that he was YouTube-famous, but he never got the chance.

When I came across his dead channel, I discovered the reason.

His girlfriend was his channel. It was a cute couple's vlog ("We finally moved in together !!")."). He was very feminine, which may be why he didn’t tell me.

The gravy train went down as soon as it broke up.

His content mill failed and his followers turned against him, blaming him for the split.

Internet fame is temporary.

Despite all the controversy, Logan Paul and Jake Paul did brilliant pivots into different venues. Both have made a fortune in "professional"" boxing. Logan has a podcast that is extremely popular.

It's not lost on me that I am in a similar situation. I survive the algorithm hurdles and have visibility online to make a living.

A platform can either die or become more competitive.

For those who are like me, diversify your investments and plan for the future. The internet is awash with information. Ageism online is worse than in the office.

The vast majority of cryptocurrency cryptocurrencies

Crypto Bros are more adept at marketing their cryptocurrency than they are at understanding its true purpose.

I know many people who went from crypto evangelists complaining about losing their investments to complaining about them.

To grow hack the algorithm, these idiot collectives retweet one another's content. The algorithm was then retweeted by millions of people, and a group of suckers bought in.

Crypto is a religion that produces its insufferable zealots.

If you make any negative comments about Poodlecoin it will send a bunch of yappers to the comment section.

They believe in the product, but most of them don't want to be in it. They are all in it for the quick buck.

I'm serious. In 20 years, 95% of these cryptos could be gone or at least flirting with zero.

It will be a long road filled with tears. Half of these junk currencies will be destroyed the moment regulators give up.

Invest in an Index Fund. I will keep pounding the drum: Buy the S&P 500 Index Fund.

It would have been worth $1,000,000 if you had bought $8000 in 1980.

It is too late by the time randoms tell you to buy something.