Elon Musk attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse
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Elon Musk: AI to Surpass Human Intelligence in 5 Years, Robotaxis Launch in Austin

  • Elon Musk predicts AI could surpass individual human intelligence this year and all of humanity within five years, emphasizing its rapid evolution.
  • Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots are performing basic tasks in factories, with public sales anticipated by late next year, focusing on safety.
  • Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software is leading to insurance discounts, with regulatory approval sought for expansion in Europe and China.
  • Tesla has launched its Robotaxi service in Austin, operating completely driverless with no human safety monitor.
  • Musk highlights energy as a major obstacle for AI growth, advocating for solar power and suggesting orbital AI infrastructure for efficiency.

Why It Matters: Elon Musk warns of AI surpassing human intelligence soon, while Tesla advances with humanoid robots and driverless Robotaxis.

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