Elon Musk predicts AI will surpass human intelligence in next two years. In a recent interview on X spaces, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and co-founder of OpenAI, made ambitious predictions regarding the development of artificial intelligence (AI).
Despite facing technical glitches during the interview, Musk emphasized the looming challenges posed by AI development, particularly about electricity supply constraints.
AI will surpass human intelligence in next two years:
Musk suggested that AI surpassing the cognitive abilities of the smartest humans could become a reality as early as next year or by 2026.
Advancements in AI Chatbot Development:
During his conversation with Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norway’s wealth fund, Musk discussed the progress of Grok, an AI chatbot developed by his xAI startup.
He revealed plans for the next version of Grok to be trained by May, highlighting obstacles arising from a shortage of advanced chips essential for AI development.
Deviations from OpenAI’s Mission:
Musk expressed concerns about OpenAI straying from its original mission and filed a lawsuit against the organization, accusing it of prioritizing profits over the ethical advancement of AI technology.
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Last year, he founded xAI as a competitor to OpenAI, aiming to refocus efforts on AI development aligned with ethical principles.
Challenges in AI Hardware Requirements:
The Tesla CEO disclosed the staggering hardware demands for training AI models, citing that the Grok 2 model required approximately 20,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs.
He anticipates future versions will require up to 100,000 Nvidia H100 chips, underscoring the critical role of advanced hardware in driving AI progress.
However, Musk also highlighted the importance of addressing electricity supply constraints, which are expected to become increasingly significant in the coming years.
Musk’s Views on Global Automotive Competition:
Shifting focus to the automotive industry, Musk commended Chinese carmakers as the most formidable competitors on a global scale.
He reiterated concerns that Chinese rivals could outpace international competitors unless trade barriers are introduced to level the playing field.
Updates on Labor Issues at Tesla:
Addressing recent labor disputes, Musk acknowledged a union strike in Sweden against Tesla but noted that the situation had since improved.
He disclosed ongoing discussions between Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, a major Tesla shareholder, and the company’s leadership to address recent developments.
