Elon Musk delivered one of his most provocative predictions yet during the U.S.–Saudi Investment Forum on November 19, 2025, declaring that rapid advances in artificial intelligence and robotics could lead to a future where “money will stop being relevant.” According to Musk, the accelerating breakthroughs in automation, energy systems, and computational capability are pushing the global economy toward what he called a “post-scarcity environment,” where abundance is limited only by the fundamental laws of physics.

Musk argued that once AI and robotics can produce goods and services at near-zero marginal cost, traditional financial systems will become increasingly outdated. The billionaire entrepreneur pointed to sectors already transformed by automation—from manufacturing to logistics—and suggested that the next decade could bring exponential change. In his view, as long as society can generate sufficient energy and manage physical resources like mass and materials, human labor will no longer define economic value.

His comments carry significant weight at a time when nations are competing to lead in AI development. Under the Trump administration’s renewed emphasis on U.S. technological dominance and strategic alliances, particularly with nations that share an interest in economic modernization, Musk’s projection serves as both a forecast and a warning. The countries that harness AI responsibly will shape the next global order; those that fail to innovate will be left behind.

Musk also stressed that the shift to a post-scarcity world demands careful planning to ensure stability. As AI becomes capable of performing nearly all forms of work, societies will face profound questions about governance, distribution, and purpose. For Musk, the key challenge is not whether such abundance is possible—it is how humanity chooses to navigate the transition.

His statement ignited widespread discussion among policymakers, economists, and investors attending the forum. For supporters of strong U.S. leadership and technological advancement, Musk’s message underscored an urgent truth: the future is approaching faster than expected, and only bold, forward-looking nations will be ready for the world AI is about to create.