For years, scientists have conducted systematic searches of extraterrestrial life throughout the universe and are looking for the special "technological signatures" of advanced civilizations, such as radio communications. And let's be sincere in front of ourselves and in front of others - the truth is that if humanity finds a trace of an extraterrestrial civilization or if it receives messages from it, it will undoubtedly be the most spectacular and significant event in the history of the human race. However, according to a new study, such a message could also pose a risk to people.
The idea of the threat of extraterrestrial civilization is not just a common motif of fantasy novels and movies. For decades, serious science is concerned with it, and experts from different fields are trying to analyze whether the possible risks are no more weighing on the potential benefits to mankind. As a result, some scientists have suggested not taking projects like SETI and even trying to hide our planet. Scientists from Michael Hipke and John Lund, who led the new study, commented that "There is no compelling reason to accept goodwill, for example because of the wisdom and kindness gained from the development of their ancient civilization. We find the analogy that we know well from history here on Earth is likely: is there even a society, who has had a positive experience in encountering a technologically advanced invader? "Separately, the idea that a message could represent a real threat to humanity should not be overlooked. Considering the dimensions of the universe and the limitations of communication, it will always be cheaper and easier to send a malicious message aimed at exterminating onecivilization instead of sending a conquering fleet if it is physically at all possible.
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