In Clear Focus In Clear Focus: Simulating AI Futures with Scott Smith and Susan Cox-Smith
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Apr 22, 2025 
Scott Smith and Susan Cox-Smith, co-founders of Changeist and experts in strategic foresight, dive into Foom, an immersive simulation that reveals the real-time consequences of decisions in AI futures. They discuss how this innovative approach differs from traditional planning, allowing teams to better navigate uncertainties. The duo emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in governance and the complexities of evolving AI technologies, all while exploring the role of design in shaping meaningful discussions around potential futures.
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FOOM: Immersive AI Futures Simulation
- FOOM is an immersive strategic simulation combining scenarios, wargaming, RPGs, and AI-driven content to explore AI futures.
- It enables participants to engage deeply with possible futures and decision-making consequences in an interactive format.
FOOM vs Traditional Scenarios
- FOOM differs from traditional scenario planning by being an interactive game where futures evolve based on participant decisions.
- It pushes participants to experience how their choices shape AI futures dynamically, revealing complex interdependencies.
Diverse Roles Strengthen Perspectives
- Assigning participants to diverse stakeholder teams forces them to adopt new perspectives and understand varied interests.
- This approach fosters coalition-building and highlights the power dynamics in AI decision-making.
