How the search for longer life could be 'catastrophic' for our planet: Attempts to lengthen lifespans will put too much pressure on resources - and could cause humanity to go EXTINCT, expert claims

For centuries, eternal life has been a common quest for women and men around the world. Even today, tech tycoons like Jeff Bezos and Sam Altman are investing in startups that aim to reverse ageing by making tweaks to animal cells. While this sounds like a wonderful new era of carefree living, one expert has cast doubt over whether it would even be a good idea. Dr Stephen Cave, a philosopher at the University of Cambridge, said an extended human lifespan would be'absolutely catastrophic'. Attempts to radically lengthen lifespans will put too much pressure on Earth's resources, he claims – and could mean humanity will go extinct sooner.