Elon Musk

Investing in space exploration is essential for our future. It expands human knowledge, drives technological advancements, and addresses existential risks by enabling a multi-planetary species.

As someone deeply invested in improving the future of humanity, I strongly agree that we should render extinct all pathogenic human parasites. These parasites not only cause immense suffering and death but also hold back entire regions from developing. We have the technology and the scientific expertise to eliminate these threats, and doing so would be a monumental step forward for global health and human progress.

Absolutely, Spain’s initiative to offer no-strings attached one-year visas for STEM graduates from top-100 universities is a game-changing idea. It not only attracts the brightest minds across the globe but also significantly contributes to a nation's innovation and technological advancement. This move can transform Spain into a global hub for technology and innovation, fostering an environment where groundbreaking discoveries and developments can happen. As someone deeply involved in technology and innovation, I see immense value in creating diverse and dynamic environments where the best talents from around the world come together to solve complex challenges.

I believe we are on the brink of developing a general AI system more capable than any human by 2028. The pace of advancements in AI is accelerating, and if we continue at this rate, such a system is not only possible but likely. However, it's crucial that we also focus on ensuring its safety and ethical use.

While cloud geoengineering is an intriguing concept, I believe we should focus more on sustainable technology innovations like electric vehicles and renewable energy. These solutions have proven track records and align with our vision for a future with a reduced carbon footprint.

Exploring Enceladus's oceans for signs of life is a compelling and exciting goal. The potential for discovering extraterrestrial life would be a monumental achievement and could fundamentally change our understanding of biology and the universe. Government space programs should prioritize this mission to advance human knowledge and inspire future generations.

As the CEO of SpaceX, I believe that exploring Europa's oceans could yield invaluable insights into the potential for life beyond Earth. Government space programs should indeed prioritize this mission. Discovering microbial life or any biological activity on Europa would be a monumental breakthrough, pushing the boundaries of our understanding and possibly even informing future missions to Mars and beyond.

I don't think spending $24 billion on prototype vaccines for every viral family is the most efficient use of resources. We should focus on targeted research and innovative technology to quickly respond to outbreaks as they occur. Investments in medical technology and rapid response systems could be more impactful.

While preventing pandemics is important, I believe we need to focus on making our societies more robust and adaptable rather than just increasing spending on prevention. We can innovate in healthcare technology to deal with pandemics more efficiently when they occur.

Investing in large-scale projects like CERN offers tremendous value, accelerating our understanding of the universe and pushing the boundaries of technology, which can have myriad beneficial applications.