The threat of an apocalypse is ever-present.

(CLO) For years, people have pondered the apocalyptic future of the world, including prophets, great scientists , and space research organizations like NASA. And it's impossible not to worry when the dangers they've raised are gradually becoming a reality.

From nuclear weapons to climate change...

First, the brilliant scientist Albert Einstein predicted that the development of nuclear weapons could lead to the end of the world for humanity. He even predicted that the apocalypse could occur in 2060 due to outbreaks of disease and nuclear war.

Atomic bombs and other weapons of mass destruction are becoming an imminent threat to humanity. (Illustration: GI)

Einstein regretted his role in the development of the atomic bomb. He warned of the dangers of nuclear war and called for global cooperation to prevent this catastrophe. A peaceful world , he believed, depended on controlling technology and promoting mutual understanding among nations.

Meanwhile, cosmologist Stephen Hawking, considered one of the world's most famous figures, also made pessimistic predictions about the future of Earth, especially humanity. He even imagined a future where, when looking at the planet, he would see only a giant ball of fire.

This fear stems from issues such as global warming and the catastrophic consequences of climate change, of the strong greenhouse effect. He warned that there are environmental problems that could turn the Earth into a desert in the future if left unaddressed.

Rapid global warming is leading to extreme weather events that may not destroy the Earth, but could lead to the extinction of life worldwide. (Image: GI)

Meanwhile, NASA also highlighted the danger of exhausting the Earth's crustal resources, stating that the world, at its current rate, is likely to tear the planet apart in a very short time.

...to artificial intelligence and the possibility of Earth colliding with an asteroid.

For a long time, scientists and science fiction writers have predicted that the extinction of humankind would come from something else created by humans: robots. Looking back at just the last two years, when artificial intelligence (AI) in general and robots in particular have advanced tremendously, even surpassing human capabilities and control to some extent, it's clear that nothing can be said for certain.

Optimus, Tesla's humanoid robot, has been put to work in the factory! Photo: Tesla

The first intelligent robots have begun to appear in human life, even interfering with our work. Technology companies have now created AI models that can think, reason, learn independently, and are even gradually progressing towards the ability to self-replicate.

Just at the beginning of October, Elon Musk's Tesla unveiled a terrifyingly intelligent robot, something previously only seen in human imagination or science fiction films. This robot, named Optimus, operates with remarkable agility and expressiveness, indistinguishable from a real human. It performs many actions smoothly, such as handing out gift bags and drinks to guests, or playing with attendees.

Some of China's robots at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai performed dance moves like real people. Photo: WAIC

Currently, this robot is still quite friendly and under human control. But once the world is flooded with such robots (which will become even smarter every day) on the streets, in offices, industrial areas, and even in the defense forces – a not-so-distant prospect given the present – ​​then once again, it's impossible to predict what will happen.

In addition to the existing risks mentioned above, NASA is also investigating threats from space. NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office continues to issue warnings about asteroid collisions, viewing them as among other potential hazards that could cause destruction on Earth.

The possibility of a giant asteroid colliding with Earth in the future is often cited as another potential doomsday threat. (Image: GI)

From the warnings of Einstein, Hawking, NASA, and the fact that armies of intelligent robots have truly emerged from movies and imagination, there is no time to waste for humanity.

The future of Earth, and especially the fate of humankind, depends on humanity's ability to compromise and repair the damage inflicted on the planet. There have been blunt warnings from science that either humanity will act, or the world will not be as it is today in the not-too-distant future.

Hoang Hai

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/nhung-nguy-co-ma-einstein-hawking-va-nasa-du-bao-ve-ngay-tan-the-deu-dang-hien-huu-post321474.html