Imagine this — it’s 2030, and instead of planning a vacation to Europe, humans are gearing up to colonize other planets! Sounds like a science fiction movie, right? But according to Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, it might become our reality sooner than we think — all thanks to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).
Yes, AI isn’t just about writing emails or generating photos anymore. Hassabis believes it’s the key that could unlock humanity’s expansion beyond Earth.
AGI Could Spark a “Golden Age” for Humanity
In a recent interview, Google DeepMind CEO Hassabis predicted that AGI — which refers to AI systems capable of performing any intellectual task that a human can — will be developed within the next few years. And once that happens, it could spark a radical transformation of human life.
Here’s what he envisions:
- Breakthroughs in treating diseases
- Discoveries of clean, limitless energy sources
- Massive increases in productivity
- Longer, healthier human lifespans
This new abundance of resources and knowledge could make humanity less competitive and more collaborative — something he calls “radical abundance.”
Colonizing Space: More Than Just a Dream?
According to Hassabis, AGI will not only solve our problems on Earth but also prepare us mentally, socially, and technologically to become an interstellar species. That means we could realistically start colonizing the galaxy from the 2030s onward.
While this sounds like something out of Star Trek, keep in mind how fast AI has evolved in just the past five years. Now imagine what another decade could do — with AGI powering space missions, climate solutions, and even off-world settlements.
What Lies Ahead?
The 2030s might become the most transformative decade in human history. From AI-powered medicine to off-world exploration, everything is on the table.
In India, organizations like ISRO, DRDO, and AI-focused startups are also contributing to this global shift. The race is on — not just to lead in AI, but to reimagine humanity’s place in the universe.
But What About the Risks of AI?
Of course, not everyone is optimistic. Tech experts like Elon Musk and others have warned about the dangers of unchecked AGI. What if it becomes too powerful? Or falls into the wrong hands?
That’s why companies like DeepMind are focused on building safe, ethical, and aligned AI systems. Hassabis emphasizes the need to guide AGI development carefully to make sure it truly serves humanity.
Final Thoughts
So, can AGI really make us a space-faring civilization in less than a decade?
If you ask Demis Hassabis, the answer is yes. And based on how fast AI is evolving, his prediction might not be that far-fetched after all.
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