The 4 biggest threats to the survival of humanity

Explore the 4 biggest existential risks that threaten the survival of humanity and explore how we can safeguard our future.

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With the invention of the atomic bomb, humanity acquired the power to self-destruct for the first time in its history. Since then, the risk of extinction or collapse of civilization has continued to increase. How likely are we to destroy ourselves? And what is the greatest threat to our survival? Explore four existential threats and explore how we can protect our future.

Directed by Reza Riahi.

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