Faster-than-light travel technology revolutionized the universe by enabling instant communication and transportation across vast distances. This led to rapid economic growth, as trade barriers between civilizations were eliminated. New alliances and political conflicts emerged as civilizations encountered previously unknown species and cultures. Ultimately, this technology brought about a new era of cooperation and understanding, but also increased competition for resources and territories.
Imagine you are an intergalactic historian from the future. Describe the impact of faster-than-light travel technology on the socio-economic and political landscape of the universe.