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Throughout the predictions, Elon Musk’s name is repeatedly mentioned, often in humorous or exaggerated contexts. Musk’s own reaction was to label these forecasts as "absurd," highlighting that the original poster was clearly joking. Musk also pointed out the rapid advancements in AI and energy technology, contrasting the wild predictions with real technological progress.
Final Thoughts: The Nature of Predictions and Perspective
The author concludes with a humorous personal prediction: that this entire thread will age as poorly as some Russian stereotypes. They remind readers to consider how much technological progress has occurred in just two decades—such as Google Maps—and to approach such wild forecasts with skepticism.