The dark forest hypothesis is the idea that extraterrestrial civilizations may exist in abundance across the universe, but remain silent and hidden out of fear that revealing themselves would lead to destruction …

Oct 12, 2025 · Complex, intelligent life in the galaxy appears vanishingly rare, with the nearest possible civilization perhaps 33,000 light-years distant.

Nov 14, 2025 · It’s long been assumed that if alien civilisations do exist, they’re a hell of a lot smarter than we are. And yet, whilst a team of scientists agrees that this is probably true, they’ve also proven …

Jun 16, 2020 · A new calculation posits that there are 36 intelligent alien civilizations sharing the Milky Way with humanity today, but it relies on some big assumptions.

Sep 24, 2025 · A new study suggests that, without plate tectonics and the right balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen, advanced alien civilizations may be exceedingly rare.

Aug 10, 2024 · And it shows a possibly advanced civilization on its surface. Have you ever wondered if we are alone in the universe? This question, which has fascinated humanity for centuries, could be …

May 29, 2024 · New studies suggest 60 stars may have Dyson spheres, potential evidence of advanced alien civilizations harnessing solar energy.

Sep 16, 2025 · New research reveals where the nearest alien civilization may exist, which could be far older than intelligent life on Earth.

Dec 17, 2025 · In a YouTube video, Kipping wonders if the famous Wow! signal from 1977 could have been the very loud cry for help from a civilization approaching its own eschaton.

Nov 17, 2024 · A civilization significantly more advanced than humanity might possess technologies that seem indistinguishable from magic. Such a civilization could harness stellar energy, manipulate …