The terrifying predictions of genius scientist Stephen Hawking

Here we discuss the terrifying predictions made by genius scientist Stephen Hawking. According to his predictions, the end of the earth and the extinction of humanity could happen in 100 years.

Dr. Stephen Hawking was known for his innovative research in physics and his insights into the future of the universe. He made many groundbreaking discoveries in cosmology, such as the singularity theorem of black holes and Hawking radiation. He also contributed to the popularization of science through his books and media appearances, while battling the incurable disease ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

Dr. Hawking warned of the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) and predicted that AI could replace many professions, causing widespread unemployment and social chaos. He also mentioned a possible solution of basic income to support people who are affected by AI.

Here we also explore the idea that what is now a strange or worrying sight may become normal in the future. Similarly, it is suggested that AI could reshape society.

Can humanity continue to live on Earth?

Dr. Hawking believed that there was a limit to how long humanity could live on Earth. He predicted that climate change, pandemics, population growth and other factors would pose a major threat to human survival on Earth.

He said in November 2016, "Humanity needs to find a new planet within the next 1000 years". But later he became more pessimistic and said, "Humanity has only 100 years left".

He warned that crises such as global warming and nuclear war would accelerate, making Earth uninhabitable and forcing humanity to choose between extinction or migration to another planet. He asserted, "We have to get out of Earth".

The plan for a massive human migration to another planet

Dr. Hawking argued that humanity needed to start migrating to another planet and announced a plan for that. He developed a super-fast miniature probe called “Nanocraft” and announced a plan to explore planets and life forms outside the solar system in April 2016.

The plan is called “Breakthrough Starshot” and is funded by Russian billionaire Yuri Milner with $100 million, with Dr. Hawking himself and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg as investors.

The plan involves launching Nanocrafts accelerated by laser light toward Proxima Centauri, a star 4.3 light-years away from Earth. The Nanocrafts will fly at 20,000 kilometers per hour and take about 20 years to reach their destination. The Nanocrafts will observe Proxima b, an Earth-like planet orbiting Proxima Centauri, and send data back to Earth.

The plan aims to enable humanity to migrate to another planet within the next few decades. Dr. Hawking said, "We have to go into space. That is our destiny".

Conclusion

Dr. Stephen Hawking left many predictions about the future of humanity. He sounded the alarm on the challenges of modern society such as AI and climate change, and appealed for the need for humanity to escape from Earth. He also participated in a space exploration plan and dreamed of finding a new planet for humanity.

Are his predictions correct? Or are they too radical? That is something we have to judge for ourselves. But what is common in his predictions is the message that humanity has to act for the future. He called out in his last book “Big Questions”, "Be brave. Be curious. Be determined. And overcome difficulties".

He taught us to keep our scientific curiosity and curiosity alive. He taught us to keep asking questions about ourselves, society and the universe. He taught us to keep thinking about what we can do for a better future. He taught us to challenge the big questions. He taught us to carve out our own future with our own hands.

He taught us to be human rather than genius.