Michaela
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said the future will be filled with humanoid robots —possibly in the tens of billions—arguing they could reshape the global economy and become a dominant force in everyday life.
Speaking at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh on Tuesday, Musk suggested that personal humanoid robots could become so advanced and widespread that individuals may eventually desire one of their own. “You can think of it like having your own personal C-3PO or R2-D2 — but even better,” Musk said, referring to the lovable “Star Wars” characters.
According to Business Insider, Musk stated that the rapid advancement of automation could significantly boost productivity, potentially leading to what he described as a “universal high income”—a scenario in which goods and services become so plentiful that basic needs are effortlessly met for all.
Musk is also actively involved in robotics through Tesla’s humanoid robot project, Optimus, which he described as potentially the company’s most significant product to date. Musk revealed that Tesla plans to produce up to one million units annually.
The Tesla CEO has long shared his vision for the impact of robotics. In a February interview at Dubai’s World Government Summit, he emphasized how humanoid robots and advanced intelligence could unleash the global economy’s potential by delivering “quasi-infinite products and services.”
Additionally, at a 2023 AI safety summit in the UK, Musk expressed similar views, suggesting that AI could eventually handle all essential tasks, making traditional jobs optional and transforming work into an activity pursued solely for personal fulfillment.
Despite his optimism about the potential of humanoid robots, Musk has also acknowledged the associated risks. “You can have a James Cameron sort of movie — you know, ‘Terminator.’ We don’t want that one,” Musk stated. “But having sort of a ‘Star Trek’ future would be great,” he added.
Musk expressed interest in introducing Tesla’s robotaxi service to Saudi Arabia, though he did not offer a specific timeline. The company previously stated plans to launch a pilot program in Austin this June. “You can think of future cars as being robots on four wheels,” Musk said.
As the race to shape the future of automation and artificial intelligence accelerates, industry leaders continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible—raising profound questions about the balance between innovation, opportunity, and responsibility.
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