AI and Nuclear Conflict Could Lead to Human Extinction by 2100, Experts Warn

Experts warn AI misuse and nuclear war could threaten human extinction by 2100, according to a new global risk assessment.

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October 11, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A major global risk assessment has raised alarms about the potential for human extinction by 2100, citing two specific threats: the malicious use of artificial intelligence and nuclear conflict.

The Lancet Commission, which evaluated 17 major global risks, identified these two dangers as low-probability but potentially catastrophic. If they were to occur, the consequences could be severe enough to endanger the survival of the human species.

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Experts emphasized that while the likelihood of such events is relatively low, their impact would be immense. The report highlights the growing need for global cooperation and proactive measures to mitigate these existential risks.

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