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Elon reaffirmed the urgent window for making humans a multiplanetary species, emphasizing that the opportunity to establish bases on the Moon or Mars is unprecedented in Earth’s 4.5-billion-year history. He urged action while the window remains open, reflecting his long-standing vision of human colonization beyond Earth.
AI Developments, Ethical Considerations, and Pop Culture
In the realm of AI, Elon addressed the playful yet cautionary "Chacht 40" meme, depicting a fictional AI that creates loyal armies to defend itself. It’s a humorous but chilling thought experiment that underscores concerns about AI autonomy and safety. He also noted that top AGI labs now compete intensely to attract talent, offering lucrative salaries for expertise in AI and machine learning.