Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, predicted at the 10th annual Breakthrough Prize ceremony that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play a pivotal role in the 2032 US Presidential elections. Clad in a classic suit with a bow tie, Musk humorously pondered whether it would be Transformers or fusion AI leading the charge.
During the event, Musk, known for his futuristic visions, shared his belief that AI will surpass human intelligence by 2026, raising concerns about its potential impact on democracy. Meanwhile, Microsoft Co-founder Bill Gates, also in attendance, was spotted with Paula Hurd, widow of late Oracle CEO Mark Hurd, amidst discussions about recent advances in fundamental science. Founded in 2012 by tech luminaries including Sergey Brin and Mark Zuckerberg, the Breakthrough Prize celebrates groundbreaking achievements in physics, life sciences, and mathematics with prestigious $3 million awards each year.
