#292 – Robin Hanson: Alien Civilizations, UFOs, and the Future of Humanity
Lex Fridman Podcast
Competition and Governance in Cosmic Expansion
This chapter examines the role of competition among civilizations, drawing parallels with human history and the implications for interstellar exploration. It discusses the potential risks of centralized global governance on humanity's desire to expand into the universe and the balance needed between cooperation and competitive dynamics. The conversation highlights how power distribution and moral values can shape future interactions with alien civilizations.
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