"Doomsday Clock Holds Steady at 90 Seconds to Midnight Amid Nuclear War, Climate, and AI Threats"
TL;DR
The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has moved the "Doomsday Clock" to 90 seconds to midnight for the second year in a row, citing existential threats such as nuclear war, climate disasters, and the danger of generative artificial intelligence. The group emphasized the need for global cooperation and highlighted the potential for powerful countries like the United States, China, and Russia to make a positive impact and turn back the clock.
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- Doomsday Clock stays at 90 seconds to midnight for second straight year NBC News
- Doomsday Clock stays at 90 seconds to midnight BBC.com
- Atomic scientists keep 'Doomsday Clock' unchanged | REUTERS Reuters
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