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#512 - Will MacAskill - How Long Could Humanity Continue For?

Modern Wisdom

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Navigating Humanity's Future Risks

This chapter explores the potential threats to humanity, juxtaposing extinction and societal collapse through various catastrophic scenarios. It emphasizes the resilience of civilization, highlighting historical recoveries from significant tragedies, and discusses the need for a civilizational backup system to protect human knowledge. Additionally, the conversation advocates for balanced technological and moral progress as essential for navigating existential risks and shaping a sustainable future.

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