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Before 2100, will AI cause the human population to fall below 5000 individuals?

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Opened:

Aug 11, 2024

Closes:

Jan 1, 2100

Scheduled resolution:

Jul 1, 2100

Spot Scoring Time:

Aug 14, 2024

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