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In just a few short years, Musk foresees a shift where AI systems will surpass human cognitive ability. He articulated, "In 10 years, based on the current rate of improvement, AI will be smarter than the smartest human." This alarming prediction invites a fundamental question: What happens to human jobs when machines can outperform people intellectually and operationally? Musk pointed out that with the proliferation of AI-driven robots—potentially numbering in the billions—the costs associated with goods and services would plummet, making them "close to free." This scenario paints a picture of an unprecedented standard of living facilitated by robots able to provide endless services at little to no cost.