Diamandis: 80% of 1970-1999 conflicts hit countries where 60%+ of people were under 30
PeterDiamandis · x · 2026-11-03
Peter Diamandis offers a sociological observation tied to the coming tech shift: when young people can't afford homes, families, or a path to a better life, revolution becomes more attractive.
Citing the data that 80% of conflicts between 1970 and 1999 occurred in countries where over 60% of the population was under 30, he argues the upcoming technological shift must address this risk — implying AI-driven economic disruption could strain social stability if it squeezes youth opportunity.
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