TED Talks Daily This revolutionary moment in space exploration | Chris Hadfield
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Dec 13, 2025 
Former astronaut Chris Hadfield shares his insights on the thrilling advancements in space exploration. He reflects on how reduced costs are making space more accessible, shifting from government missions to commercial travel. Discussing international cooperation, Hadfield emphasizes the ISS as a model of collaboration, even amidst political tensions. He also highlights the innovative technologies reshaping our off-Earth future and shares his philosophy on pursuing dreams daily. With a glimpse of space's potential impact, he inspires both hope and caution for humanity's next steps.
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Reusable Rockets Democratize Space
- Reusable rockets are creating a revolution by drastically lowering launch costs and increasing access to space.
- As cost drops, space moves from governments to billionaires, then to many more people and businesses.
Space Reflects Human Duality
- Every new technology is dual-use and reflects human nature's mix of cooperation and conflict.
- Space will export both our best cooperation and our worst geopolitical behavior unless governed wisely.
Design Policy Before Settlements Multiply
- Work now to create governance and policies for lunar and orbital settlements instead of waiting for perfection.
- Influence policy early to avoid transplanting Earth’s geopolitical problems to the Moon.
