Global Smart Platform for Veterans and Past Companions: An Operational Framework for Transitioning from the Information Age to the Wisdom Age

Abstract Objective: This paper presents a comprehensive theoretical and operational framework for the "Global Smart Platform for Veterans and Past Companions," which bridges the civilizational gap between formal retirees (veterans) and elderly and middle-aged individuals without formal employment records (past companions including farmers, daily-wage laborers, and informal petty traders) [1]–[4]. Methodology: Drawing upon 20+ theoretical works by the author (2025–2026) and 48+ authoritative international documents from WHO, ILO, UNESCO, UN, World Bank, and EU [5]–[15], this paper employs the "Pragmatic Theorizing" approach [16] and "Comparative Analysis" across nine global theoretical domains. Findings: A systematic review reveals that existing models (Active Aging, AgeTech, Universal Pension, Ethical AI Guidelines) are predominantly one-dimensional, reactive, permanently internet-dependent, and fail to cover the vast group of past companions. This paper proposes a four-layer architecture (Digital Dignity, Predictive Companion Intelligence, Distributed Governance with Pioneer Companions, and Global Platform Union). Technical specifications include eight independent cognitive actors, an offline-first synchronization protocol (capable of operating up to 7 days without internet), and a phased implementation guideline (real service delivery starting from month two). Originality and Value: For the first time, this paper transforms abstract human rights and AI ethics principles into executable technical protocols, extracts and distributes tacit knowledge from past companions, and positions smart aging infrastructure as the primary tool for "transitioning from the Information Age to the Wisdom Age" [16]–[18].