Elon Musk: AI to Surpass Human Intelligence in 5 Years, Robotaxis Launch in Austin

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Firstpost•23-01-2026, 16:35
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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