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A self-destruction game.

Stanislaw Raczynski1

  • 1Universidad Panamericana, 498 Augusto Rodin, Mixcoac, 03910 Mexico DF, Mexico. stanracz@stanr.com

Nonlinear Dynamics, Psychology, and Life Sciences
|August 4, 2006
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Technological advancement poses a severe threat to societal survival, potentially leading to human extinction. However, if society navigates this dangerous period, long-term survival prospects improve significantly.

Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Game Theory
  • Technology Studies

Background:

  • Societal self-destruction is a complex issue influenced by technological progress.
  • The advancement of science and technology provides both destructive tools and defensive capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To model the dynamics of a self-destructing society.
  • To analyze the impact of scientific and technological progress on societal survival.

Main Methods:

  • A simple, discrete-event, agent-oriented simulation model was developed.
  • Simulation experiments were conducted to explore various scenarios.

Main Results:

  • Near-term technological progress presents extreme dangers, potentially causing human extinction.

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  • Long-term survival probability increases if society successfully navigates an initial critical period.

    • Conclusions:

    • Societal survival is contingent on managing the risks associated with rapid technological advancement.
    • Overcoming immediate threats enhances the likelihood of long-term human persistence.