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Moreover, as populations expand, the notion of Oort Cloud colonies morphs from isolated outposts to functional hubs—relay stations for interstellar transportation and resource management. The prospect of integrating them into a network of laser highways, aiding in efficient interstellar travel, could elevate their relevance in the broader interstellar economy.
The Future Landscape of the Oort Cloud
In this far-reaching scenario, a civilization residing in the Oort Cloud would be tightly woven into the fabric of the future space economy. The estimated trillions of icy bodies could potentially house colossal populations, rivalling current terrestrial counts and contributing to an expansive yet minimally inhabited space civilization.