Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft and a prominent tech guru, has predicted what the next pandemic that could threaten humanity will be: bioterrorism. In an interview with the BBC, Gates warned about this new threat, explaining that bioterrorism involves the release of biological agents with the intention of harming or killing humans, animals, or plants to achieve political or social goals.
According to Gates, it is crucial to invest in technology that allows for the detection and response to possible bioterrorism attacks. He also highlighted the importance of international cooperation to strengthen health protocols and be prepared to prevent large-scale disasters.
The American magnate posed a hypothetical scenario in which a bioterrorist brought smallpox to several airports, illustrating the potentially devastating impact of such threats. Moreover, he recalled that natural epidemics are a constant concern, but a bioterrorism attack could be even worse.
Bill Gates' concern about the risk of a pandemic arising from bioterrorism is not unfounded. In the past, events such as the intentional mailing of anthrax spores in the United States in 2001 have shown that these threats are real and can have deadly consequences for the population. Gates urges being prepared and taking preventive measures to avoid future tragedies.
