The only thing that's certain is that articles like this are going to bring people out of the woodwork who are going to say why it's relevant and how it'll neve

The only thing that's certain is that articles like this are going to bring people out of the woodwork who are going to say why it's relevant and how it'll never die. Or the opposite. Until somebody tries to outlaw amateur radio or legislate it to the point it's no fun, there's nothing to worry about. It's like being concerned about the future of concealed carry permits.