Sexual robots in five years: Elon Musk’s prediction igniting discussion
Every time Elon Musk makes a statement about the future, the world pays attention. On this occasion, his remarks have sparked a debate that goes beyond technology: the imminent arrival of robots designed for intimate interactions.
### Musk and his prediction: Technology advancing relentlessly
In a recent interview on , Elon Musk stated that the creation of sexual robots is only a matter of time. According to him, the current pace of artificial intelligence, robotics, and synthetic materials will make it possible for androids capable of simulating human interactions with astonishing realism to exist in less than five years. explained that the combination of advanced tactile sensors, machine learning systems, and biomimetic designs will allow these robots not only to look like humans but also to act and respond like humans. Furthermore, he pointed out that companies like Boston Dynamics have already shown impressive advances in robotic mobility, so adapting these capabilities to a new context is the next logical step. However, the entrepreneur made it clear that his prediction is not an endorsement of the idea, but an analysis of technological trends: “I’m not saying we should do it, but if we follow this exponential curve, it is inevitable.”
### The debate: Technological advancement or social risk?
have reopened an old debate about the impact of robotics on human relationships. For some, the arrival of androids designed for intimate interaction could offer benefits such as reducing loneliness or even serving for specific therapies. However, critics warn about the potential negative effects. Among the main risks mentioned are the extreme objectification of the human body, the creation of addictions to artificial interactions, and the dehumanization of relationships. The possibility that technology reinforces problematic behaviors or changes the way people relate to each other is one of the experts’ biggest concerns. , also interviewed on the podcast, pointed out that this advancement would require specific regulations, comparing it to the current situation of generative artificial intelligence: “It’s like with ChatGPT: first the technology arrives, then we deal with the consequences.”
