Survey Sunday: with nearly a trillion dollars, will Elon try to make things right?
Electrek • • business
Key Points:
- Electrek conducted a poll asking readers if they believe Elon Musk, now the world’s first trillionaire, will fulfill his ambitious early promises related to sustainable energy, full self-driving, humanoid robots, and space colonization.
- The majority of over 3,300 respondents expressed skepticism, with nearly 80% saying that more wealth will not lead Musk to deliver on those original commitments.
- Many readers cited Musk’s personal politics, public persona, and character as reasons for their doubt, suggesting that financial resources were not the limiting factor in achieving his goals.
- Comments reflected a shift in public sentiment from focusing on Musk’s technological vision to concerns about his political activity and whether his actions align with the mission that initially attracted supporters.
- Ultimately, the poll indicates widespread doubt among Electrek readers, but whether Musk will prove them wrong remains uncertain.
