Elon Musk recently shared his thoughts on artificial intelligence during an interview on Sen. Ted Cruz’s podcast, “Verdict.” He believes that the United States is likely to lead in AI development in the near future, but he stressed that long-term success against China will depend on which country has a stronger manufacturing base.
Musk predicted that in about ten years, AI could outperform humans in many cognitive tasks. He stated that AI might become smarter than the smartest human and that there will be a vast number of humanoid robots available, capable of providing services at minimal costs. He estimated that there could be tens of billions of robots by then, ready to meet various needs.
Cruz raised concerns about the potential dangers of AI, particularly if robots were to be used as weapons. He expressed a preference for American-made robots over their Chinese counterparts. Musk responded by saying that while the U.S. might have the upper hand in the short term, the future of AI dominance will hinge on who controls the factories that produce AI chips. If China gains more control over chip fabrication, they could ultimately take the lead in AI.
This discussion highlights the ongoing competition between the U.S. and China in technology and manufacturing, particularly in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. Musk’s insights suggest that the race for AI supremacy is not just about technology but also about the underlying manufacturing capabilities that support it.
