How to avoid nuclear war in an era of AI and misinformation
Briefly

The Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight, marking a critical juncture for humanity concerning existential threats. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has cited multiple dangers such as climate change and biological weapons, but nuclear conflict represents the most pressing risk. Experts highlight increasing tensions involving nuclear-armed nations, including ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, and rising arsenals in countries like China, North Korea, and Iran. The influence of misinformation and artificial intelligence on military decision-making adds to these threats, indicating a complex and precarious global security environment.
The Doomsday Clock now sits at 89 seconds to midnight, closer than ever, signifying a critical point in humanity's existential threats, notably from nuclear war.
Experts warn that the belief nuclear risk has diminished is misguided, with increasing threats from nations like Russia, China, and North Korea.
The rise of misinformation and the role of artificial intelligence are complicating the military landscape and impacting decision-making in nuclear-armed nations.
Eighty years into the nuclear age, the world faces unprecedented challenges, necessitating urgent attention to the evolving dynamics of nuclear warfare.
Read at Nature
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