We only have to look at ourselves to see how intelligent life might develop into something we wouldn't want to meet.
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I think the next century will be the century of complexity.
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What this quote means
Hawking predicts that the future will be dominated by complex systems and challenges.
Stephen Hawkingβs quote suggests that as we progress into the next century, the phenomena and problems we face will become increasingly intricate and complicated. This statement reflects his belief in the evolving nature of science and technology, where understanding and addressing complex issues will be paramount for society's advancement and survival.
Themes
ComplexityFutureScienceChallengesSystems
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about future scientific advancements, you could use this quote to emphasize the challenges we will face.
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