A Harvard scientist has criticized new research suggesting that 3I/ATLAS is not a spaceship, with some outlets reporting that the object may be a nuclear-powered spaceship or have a high probability of being an alien craft. There are conflicting reports about the nature and origins of 3I/ATLAS, with some speculating it could be related to non-human intelligence or even posing a threat. The CIA has reportedly declined to confirm or deny the existence of a file on 3I/ATLAS, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the object.