Two different radio telescopes have now picked up fast “burst” signals that seem to originate outside our galaxy.
Let’s cut to the chase: Is it aliens?
Right now, scientists don’t have enough examples of the bursts to know what is causing them. It is, however, important to note that there are lots of other potential explanations besides the inevitable first contact hypothesis. That said, they also don’t have enough data to rule out the idea of an alien civilization metaphorically pointing their flashlight at our window. So speculate away, friends. It could be anything. All we have right now is enough data to know that the answer is likely to be interesting, even if aliens aren’t involved.
via Boing Boing
Image: Arecibo radio telescope — one of the two that have detected the burst signal
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