Title says 2014, but the article is actually 2004.
An interesting read for sure. I'll admit though, I couldn't help think it unlikely that our present civilization will last the thousands of years necessary to reach the technology level he speaks of. HN readers know the myriad threads hanging over our heads so I won't try to list them all, but suffice it to say, I'm inclined to believe the great filter is still in front of us.