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3I/ATLAS: Physicist explains away some ‘alien tech’ theories | NewsNation Prime

2025-11-09 News & Politics
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Physicist Michio Kaku Assesses Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS and Quantum Computing Risks

Learn why theoretical physicist Michio Kaku believes interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is likely just an old, garbage-laden comet, and hear his urgent warning about real risks posed by quantum computing.

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  • Dismiss alien origin theories for 3I/ATLAS by citing its estimated 7-billion-year age and accumulated material.
  • Highlight concerns over NASA withholding crucial imaging data due to a government shutdown, fueling unproductive speculation.
  • Shift focus to the concrete threat of quantum computers breaking all current digital encryption within 5-15 years.

This discussion centers on the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, examining scientific opinions on its unusual composition and lack of a visible tail. Kaku pivots from this cosmic mystery to the immediate technological danger posed by advancing quantum computing capabilities.

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Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is indeed unusual looking for a comet, says theoretical physicist Michio Kaku, who downplays theories it could be of alien origin. “This is a very old object, perhaps 7 billion years old, and in 7 billion years, there’s been plenty of time to accumulate garbage,” Kaku says. #Space #NASA #3I/ATLAS "NewsNation Prime" is America’s source for unbiased news offering a full range of perspectives from across the U.S. Weekends starting at 7p/6C. #Prime NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyG How to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij

Top Comments (10)

@spatil8584 2025-11-09

Even if real aliens lands on earth these scientists are still going to say its a light reflection of some things

144 9 replies
@Jeeten111 2025-11-09

How can someone say it's 7 billion years old, when they never knew it existed, all guessing

116 19 replies
@cassidyarchbold241 2025-11-09

It never had a tail!

85 27 replies
@goldagoldstein2529 2025-11-09

So Michio Kaku doesnt know what this thing is either 😂😂😂😂

79 10 replies
@joelsandler1119 2025-11-09

This isn't a normal comet.

42 4 replies
@Deatheffect88 2025-11-09

I swear to god if i dont get to play GTA VI before an invasion im gonna lose it lol

33 4 replies
@luckfrytka4531 2025-11-09

"Garbage" is a very scientific word.

28 1 replies
@billyc434 2025-11-09

Be nice to know how a comet collects garbage, like nickel.

22 1 replies
@UncleDave26 2025-11-09

Remember the drone sightings back in December? Just the advance team

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@joannaburns3128 2025-11-09

This reporter did a great job asking questions.

13 1 replies

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