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Musk Says Optimus Robots Will Build Themselves in Self-Replicating Factories

Elon Musk forecasts AI and Tesla’s Optimus robots could boost productivity to make work optional and money irrelevant, potentially addressing the U.S. $38 trillion debt.

  • Elon Musk stated that in the next 10 to 20 years, work will be optional, likening it to the upkeep of a vegetable garden.
  • Musk believes that advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics could make traditional work unnecessary within two decades.
  • He noted that while work might be optional, individuals could still choose to work for enjoyment or challenge.
  • Musk acknowledged the boldness of his prediction and joked that people might say he was wrong in 20 years.
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In a conversation with investor and podcaster Nikhil Kamath, quoted by Business Insider, Musk stated that the only way out of America’s growing fiscal abyss is AI-driven productivity and robotics. “It’s practically the only thing that will solve the US debt crisis,” Musk said. “It would probably cause a significant deflation,” he added. National debt reached $38.34 trillion on November 26, more than double its value a decade ago, according to U.…

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Elon Musk has presented this vision of the future to the world. According to him, the role of humans will completely change in the coming years. People will no longer need to work, as machines and AI will replace them. For humans, work or employment will become a hobby, not a necessity.

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Elon Musk teases a future run by robots

Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots showcase abilities in construction, cooking and emergency response in Elon Musk's viral 38-second video that has reshaped robot discussions.

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CNBC broke the news in United States on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
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