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Tesla's Elon Musk predicts AI will be smarter than the smartest human next year
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) will surpass human intelligence by next year or by 2026. In an interview, Musk mentioned that AI's development is limited by the availability of electricity and that the next version of Grok, his AI chatbot, is expected to be trained by May. Musk also highlighted the competitive challenge posed by Chinese carmakers in the electric vehicle industry. Additionally, he mentioned the resolution of a union strike in Sweden against Tesla.
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Elon Musk says ‘AI will be smarter than any single human by next year’
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Billionaire Elon Musk predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) will surpass human intelligence by next year and will be smarter than all humans combined by 2029. The concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), which refers to AI systems that can perform any task as well as or better than humans, is a topic of debate among tech leaders. While some, like Yann LeCun of Meta, believe current AI models are limited and not on a path towards AGI, others, like Sam Altman of OpenAI, see the potential benefits of AGI for humanity. Sundar Pichai of Google emphasizes the importance of the capabilities and potential impact of AI systems, regardless of whether they reach AGI status.
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Elon Musk: AI will be smarter than any human around the end of next year
Arstechnica
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1y ago
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During a live interview, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, stated that he predicts AI superintelligence to surpass human intelligence by the end of next year. Musk described AI as the fastest advancing technology and noted that it is increasing in capability by a factor of 10 every year or six to nine months. However, not everyone shares Musk's optimism on the timeline for AI surpassing humans. Grady Booch, a prominent software architect, criticized Musk's track record in predicting AI advancements. Booch believes that there is still a long way to go in understanding the design that would lead to AI surpassing human intelligence.
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Tesla Cybercab announced: Elon Musk’s robotaxi is finally here
The Verge
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9m ago
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- Introduction of Cybercab: Elon Musk unveiled the Tesla Cybercab, a purpose-built autonomous vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals, designed for self-driving and lacking traditional charging ports, as it charges inductively. - Safety and Cost Claims: Musk stated that autonomous cars could be 10-20 times safer than human drivers and cost as low as $0.20 per mile, significantly cheaper than city buses. - Production Timeline: Tesla aims to launch fully autonomous driving in Texas and California next year, with Cybercab production expected by 2026, potentially delayed until 2027. - Regulatory Challenges: The Cybercab needs regulatory approval before production, and Musk's claims face scrutiny from experts who question Tesla's approach to autonomy amidst safety concerns from previous incidents. - Shift in Focus: Musk is steering Tesla towards robotics and AI, positioning the company beyond just electric vehicles, despite facing competition from established autonomous vehicle developers like Waymo and Cruise.
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Elon Musk Says Long-Delayed Tesla Roadster Coming Next Year
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla's CEO, Elon Musk, announced that the long-awaited Roadster electric sports car has completed its design phase and is set to begin shipments next year. Musk revealed that the Roadster's design was a collaborative effort between Tesla and SpaceX, his rocket company, and it will be officially unveiled later this year. The car is expected to be incredibly fast, capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in less than a second. Originally planned for release in 2020, the Roadster's launch was delayed due to supply chain issues.
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Tesla's Optimus bot is looking a little steadier on its feet. Maybe the yoga stretches are paying off.
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has shared a new video of Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, walking around a warehouse. The updated version of Optimus is reported to be faster and lighter than its predecessor. However, the walking style still needs further improvements to appear more natural. Tesla unveiled the first prototype of Optimus at the 2022 Tesla AI day and has since showcased its capabilities in tasks like picking up an egg and performing yoga stretches. Musk aims to start shipping some units of Optimus by next year, though his timelines have been regarded as overly ambitious in the past.
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Elon Musk tries to make himself indispensable at Tesla ahead of pay vote
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is pushing for changes that prioritize robotics and driverless cars, making the CEO role at the automaker even more crucial. Musk envisions a future where Tesla is a different company, offering robotaxis and cloud services. He has increased spending on AI development and plans to spend $10 billion this year on training and inference AI. Musk has also made sweeping layoffs and slowed the build-out of Tesla's Supercharger network. Despite concerns from investors, Musk believes Tesla's future lies in high-margin AI businesses rather than competing in the mainstream EV market.
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Bits & Bytes: Tesla unveils robotaxi, pledges it ‘before 2027’
Economic Times
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9m ago
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Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's self-driving robotaxi, expected to be available by 2023. The fully electric car has no steering wheel or pedals, is priced under $30,000, and charged wirelessly with inductive technology. Musk claimed it to be 10 to 20 times safer than human-driven cars. He also introduced humanoid robots called 'Optimus' that could perform tasks and provide companionship. Several US states filed lawsuits against TikTok, accusing it of being addictive to kids and harming their mental health. TikTok is also facing a potential ban in the US if it isn't sold by mid-January. Furthermore, Meta unveiled an AI tool called 'Meta Movie Gen' for generating and editing videos with AI-generated sound effects and music.
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Elon Musk says he's committed to still be Tesla's CEO in five years' time
Economic Times
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1m ago
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Elon Musk confirmed his commitment to remain Tesla's CEO for the next five years amid pressure over his association with U.S. politics. Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk addressed challenges faced due to his involvement with government and expressed determination to protect his companies. He acknowledged that his political endeavors might decrease and mentioned the significance of maintaining control over Tesla's future endeavors, emphasizing it’s about control rather than financial gain.
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SoftBank's Masayoshi Son says AI will surpass human intelligence in a decade
Economic Times
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1y ago
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SoftBank's CEO, Masayoshi Son, predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) will surpass human intelligence within the next decade. Son believes that AI will not only exceed human intelligence but will also be able to understand human emotions. He notes that this advancement in AI will have a profound impact on various industries and will be a major driver of economic growth globally.
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Robotics startup Figure AI in talks for new funding at $39.5 billion valuation
Economic Times
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5m ago
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Robotics startup Figure AI is negotiating a $1.5 billion funding round, possibly valuing it at $39.5 billion, led by Align Ventures and Parkway Venture Capital. The terms remain unfinalized. Previously, Figure AI raised $675 million, valued at $2.6 billion, with backers like Nvidia and Jeff Bezos. Major tech firms, including Nvidia and Meta, are investing in humanoid robotics, leveraging advanced AI. Tesla's Elon Musk anticipates their humanoid robots, Optimus, to be market-ready soon, enhancing human-robot interaction opportunities.
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