Vladimir Putin praised Elon Musk. He said, “I think he’s a smart guy. I really believe he is.”
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Putin Commends Elon Musk in Interview with Tucker Carlson
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently lauded entrepreneur Elon Musk in a two-hour interview with American journalist Tucker Carlson. While discussing various topics, including the Ukraine war and artificial intelligence (AI), one noteworthy tangent emerged when Carlson inquired about Musk’s Neuralink brain chip technology.
The Inquiry into the AI Empire’s Genesis
As Tucker Carlson delved into the topic of the AI empire’s beginnings, Vladimir Putin initially responded humorously to the progressively “complicated” questions. He then delved into the broader landscape of threats facing humanity, emphasizing the potential creation of superhumans through genetic engineering.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink: A Technological Leap
Putin acknowledged that Elon Musk had already introduced brain chip technology through Neuralink in the United States. When Carlson sought Putin’s opinion on this advancement, the Russian leader expressed admiration for Musk’s relentless pursuit. He remarked, “I think there’s no stopping Elon Musk. He will do as he sees fit. Nevertheless, you’ll need to find some common ground with him and search for ways to persuade him.”
Interview of Vladimir Putin
Putin calls uncontrolled development of AI, genetic research, and creation of “superhumans” a threat to mankind.
“There’s no stopping Elon Musk” pic.twitter.com/HBrrYgPvJ6
— Alex Jones (@RealAlexJones) February 9, 2024
Praise for Musk’s Intelligence and the Call for Formalization
Vladimir Putin went on to compliment Elon Musk’s intelligence, stating, “I think he’s a smart person. I truly believe he is. So you’ll need to reach an agreement with him because this process needs to be formalized and subjected to certain rules.” The Russian leader emphasized the importance of establishing regulations around such groundbreaking technologies.
AI: Not Comparable to Historical Weaponry
In concluding remarks, Putin highlighted the distinction between AI and historical innovations like gunpowder. He asserted, “It is impossible to use AI today like it was in the case of gunpowder back then,” underscoring the unique challenges and considerations posed by artificial intelligence in the contemporary world.
