Every now and then, a story emerges that blurs the line between science, myth, and media hype.
In early 2025, a mysterious metallic sphere reportedly found near Buga, Colombia, began circulating online—hailed by some as evidence of advanced technology, dismissed by others as another viral hoax. This is the story of the Buga Sphere—what’s known, what’s claimed, and what remains unverified.
Section I — Spheres Throughout History
Strange spheres in the sky are not a new phenomenon.
For centuries, people have reported glowing orbs, metal balls, and fiery globes that seemed to defy explanation. In 16th-century Europe, broadsheets from Germany and Switzerland depicted “fiery spheres” engaged in aerial battles—most famously over Nuremberg in 1561 and Basel in 1566.
Eyewitnesses described hundreds of bright balls and crosses darting above their cities, later seen as omens of war or divine warnings. By the 1890s, during America’s ‘mystery airship’ wave, newspapers reported not just cigar-shaped craft but mysterious moving lights — sometimes described as luminous globes. During World War II, Allied pilots coined a new term: “foo fighters.” These glowing balls of light darted around bombers, shadowed fighter planes, and disappeared without a trace. Even in recent Pentagon UAP reports, spherical objects remain the most commonly reported shape by pilots. All of this suggests that the Buga Sphere is less of an isolated case and more like the latest chapter in a story that may date back to ancient times.
Section II — Discovery and Initial Claims
In March 2025, Colombian farmer José Arias Restrepo told local reporters that he found a metallic sphere near Buga after hearing what he described as a loud explosion. In footage shared on social media, the object appears metallic and solid, with a smooth, reflective surface.
Soon after, a local treasure-hunting business called The Germany Company — known for making metal detection and electromagnetic survey equipment rather than having any link to Germany — posted the first widely viewed clips of the sphere online. These videos helped spread the story through Colombian media, although no original, unedited source file has surfaced to verify how or where the object was actually found. That missing raw footage remains one of the story’s earliest gaps.
From there, the sphere came into the custody of Mexican journalist Jaime Maussan, known for his long-time coverage of UFO phenomena, who featured it on his program Tercer Milenio. Maussan claimed the sphere displayed internal complexity, temperature fluctuations, and even measurable energy fields. Images showed dense metal walls and clustered shapes inside.
In analyzing the discovery footage, Maussan stated that his team examined re-encoded versions of the original recordings — not the verified raw materials — which means that any apparent anomalies could easily be the result of digital compression or re-editing rather than the object itself. While Maussan and others have referenced outside analyses — including rumored testing at UNAM and the University of Georgia — neither institution has publicly confirmed any involvement. As of now, none of Maussan’s reported observations have been independently verified, and all available data still come from his team.
Section III — Imaging and “Internal Structures"
X-rays and CT scans, as shown on Maussan’s program, revealed complex shapes—interpreted by supporters as small inner spheres or circuits.
Supporters described between 9 and 18 microsphere-like forms around a central core, although counts varied across social media posts and video uploads.
To scientists, how an image is presented matters just as much as what it shows.
Legitimate imaging studies include metadata—such as energy settings, voxel size, calibration notes, and timestamps—to confirm that scans haven’t been altered or misinterpreted. The material shown on television and social media lacked this documentation. Without complete imaging files and a continuous chain of custody, it’s impossible to determine whether we’re seeing real structural complexity or artifacts from image processing.
The uncertainty only grew as the sphere entered the digital realm. By mid-May 2025, 3-D models of the object appeared on Cults3D, MakerWorld, CGTrader, and Sketchfab, created from publicly available footage with no laboratory origin. While these reconstructions made the sphere accessible to millions, they also introduced a new variable: once a digital copy exists, it can outpace the real artifact—reshaped, animated, and re-shared until distinguishing fact from replication becomes difficult.
For now, the available imaging—whether from Maussan’s scans or the online 3-D recreations—remains unverified, keeping the sphere’s true structure a mystery.
Section IV — The Vedic Technology Claim
By mid-2025, videos released by Maussan circulated on social media, claiming that the sphere “responded” to Sanskrit chants. The footage shows singer Laura Bedoya performing mantras in front of it while instruments appear to record changes in temperature and weight.
Supporters linked the story to vimanas—flying crafts described in ancient Indian texts—and Maussan compared the sphere’s engravings to the Sri Yantra, a Hindu geometric figure. He and his team stated that the sphere appeared to respond, but no raw data, replication, or scientific report has verified that any physical reaction actually occurred.
Scholars note that “Vedic technology” isn’t a recognized scientific field but a pseudoscientific interpretation of spiritual texts. Even without proof, the mix of ritual and technology struck a chord — turning speculation into spectacle.
Section V — The Carbon-14 Claim
Dr. Steven Greer later stated that a resin sample from inside the sphere had been radiocarbon-dated at the University of Georgia’s Center for Applied Isotope Studies. He claimed an age of about 12,500 years, older than the pyramids. If true, that result would date only the resin, not the metal.
For clarity: Radiocarbon dating, also known as the Carbon-14 method, measures the decay of a radioactive isotope in organic material to estimate when it stopped exchanging carbon with the atmosphere. It cannot directly date metals or minerals. Even a correct test would only reveal when the resin — or a contaminant within it — was formed.
Greer circulated summaries referencing UGA CAIS, but no verifiable documentation from the university links the test to the Buga Sphere. Supporters shared what appears to be a CAIS letter signed by UGA scientist Alexander Cherkinsky; However, the document — which circulated online — has been noted by independent observers to contain several irregularities, such as inconsistent formatting, a mismatched material description, and reused signature elements. These issues don’t confirm fabrication, but they do raise questions about the document’s authenticity and origin.
Similar claims also circulated about testing in Mexico, where UNAM was said to have analyzed the object under Dr. Ignacio Figueroa. However, neither UNAM nor the University of Georgia’s CAIS has issued any public confirmation of involvement. I contacted both institutions directly to verify whether such testing took place. As of this recording, neither has responded. Until authentic paperwork with sample IDs and methods is released, the Carbon-14 story remains an unverified claim.
Section VI — Media Coverage and Skepticism
Mainstream outlets, including People, Newsweek, Yahoo, and The Jerusalem Post, covered the sphere as a curiosity but remained skeptical. Their reports mostly summarized Maussan’s videos rather than presenting new findings. Newsweek described it as “a metal ball with strange engravings that has baffled locals and sparked wild theories online,” while stressing that scientists call for verifiable testing.
Researchers, when interviewed, offered simpler explanations: an art project, an inspection drone, or an unknown industrial device. They pointed out that spherical robots already exist, making a man-made origin far more plausible than an extraterrestrial one.
Even the more sensational headlines — about changing weight or multiple inner spheres — largely stemmed from Maussan’s statements and online UFO commentators, not from any laboratory reports. The message from scientists was clear: interesting object, but a lack of sufficient data.
The story’s rise from local curiosity to viral sensation followed a familiar pattern: bold claims, quick reposts, and headlines that traveled faster than the facts could catch up.
History offers similar examples. In the 1970s, the so-called Betz Sphere in Florida made headlines after a family claimed the metal ball moved on its own. Later testing suggested it was probably industrial scrap metal. The similarity isn’t solely about materials but about how extraordinary stories repeat — captivating the public long before the facts become clear.
The Antikythera mechanism provides another reminder. Over 2,000 years old, it was once considered impossibly advanced—until research showed it to be an ancient astronomical calculator. It demonstrates how mysterious artifacts can turn out to be entirely human once science catches up. The Buga Sphere, however, has not yet reached that stage of verification.
Section VII — Symbols and Speculative Translations
The engravings across the sphere became a Rorschach test for the imagination.
Online commentators compared them to Norse runes, Mayan glyphs, and sci-fi alphabets; some even claimed to “translate” them into Sanskrit or Spanish phrases.
As of now, none of those interpretations are supported by linguists or archaeologists.
No museum statement or peer-reviewed study has analyzed the markings.
Whether decorative, coded, or designed to invite speculation, the symbols remain unexplained—and likely the most effective driver of the sphere’s viral appeal.
Closing — What the Evidence Shows Today
Only a few details are confirmed beyond doubt: a metallic sphere reportedly found near Buga, engravings on its surface, disputed weight measurements, and imaging that appears to show internal structures.
Other claims — such as the resin’s age, the sphere’s energy response, or any so-called Vedic resonance — still lack independent verification.
Most available evidence points to a man-made origin. That doesn’t eliminate its mystery, but it grounds the discussion in what’s real rather than what’s hoped for.
If future independent testing confirms the resin’s age, verifies the imaging, and determines the composition, perceptions could change substantially.
For now, the Buga Sphere remains a mirror — reflecting our fascination with the unknown more than revealing any definitive truth about it.
I’m Frank. Thanks for watching. If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts below: human artifact, hoax, or alien tech?
And remember: keep your mind open — because no mystery stays unsolved forever.
