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# Human Species May Split in Two: an Elite and Underclass

By Eva Rubenov | Published 2006-10-18 | Science
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-species-may-split-in-two-an-elite-and-underclass
References: [news.bbc](http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/6057734.stm)

Evolutionary theorist, Oliver Curry, has released a controvercial paper which suggests that the human race will splid into two classes: a dim underclass and an elite upper class. The theory is based on the idea that humans will become more [selective about their sexual partners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxy-dating-service). The [BBC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhattan-s4r-freesat-4k-tv-recorder) describes, "The descendants of the [genetic upper class](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pie-society) would be tall, slim, healthy, attractive, intelligent, and creative and a far cry from the "underclass" humans who would have evolved into dim-witted, ugly, squat goblin-like creatures."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 62% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Genetic Selectivity:** The trend of humans becoming more selective about their sexual partners creates disruptive innovation opportunities in fields such as genetic engineering and personalized medicine.
- **Elite Class Formation:** The emergence of an elite upper class presents disruptive innovation opportunities in industries like luxury goods, exclusive services, and high-end education.
- **Dim Underclass Evolution:** The evolution of a dim underclass highlights disruptive innovation opportunities in areas like social equality, education reform, and mental health support.

### Where This Applies

- **Genetic Engineering:** The field of genetic engineering can capitalize on the trend of increasing genetic selectivity to develop innovative solutions for enhancing desired traits in humans.
- **Luxury Goods:** The formation of an elite upper class opens up opportunities in the luxury goods industry to cater to the affluent segment with exclusive and high-end products.
- **Social Equality:** The evolution of a dim underclass necessitates disruptive innovation within the social equality sector to address disparities and promote equal opportunities for all.

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