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When asked about the likelihood that Three-i Atlas possesses some form of intelligence—a question Dr. Loeb has previously estimated at about 40%—he remains cautious yet open-minded. While definitive evidence of artificiality has yet to be discovered, the anomalies observed fuel speculation about the object's origins.
He emphasized that, given the current uncertainties, it is more prudent to gather more data rather than jump to conclusions. A similar interstellar object has recently been observed, adding to the intrigue and reinforcing the need for meticulous observation.