Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland — 1/22/2026

The conversation centers on maximizing the future of civilization through technology, with Elon Musk detailing his companies' roles in sustainable energy, space exploration, AI, and robotics. Musk envisions a future of abundance created by ubiquitous AI and humanoid robots, potentially leading to a society where robots fulfill most human needs. He addresses concerns about AI safety, referencing "Terminator," while predicting AI could surpass human intelligence within a few years. The discussion covers the limiting factor of electrical power for AI deployment, highlighting China's significant solar energy production. Musk also shares SpaceX's goal of achieving full rocket reusability to drastically reduce the cost of space access and his ambition to establish solar-powered AI satellites.