Musk says SpaceX share promise for 'every kid in America' amid AI concerns
Key points
- The Independent reports that Elon Musk promised a SpaceX share for “every kid in America.”
- The report says the remarks came as tech firms faced unease about artificial intelligence.
According to The Independent, Elon Musk said he would give a SpaceX share to “every kid in America” as technology companies face concerns about artificial intelligence. The report does not provide further details about the proposal or how it would work. It also says the comments came amid wider unease over AI within the tech sector.
Original reporting
This page summarizes reporting by The Independent, originally published October 19, 2026 at 2:48 PM under the headline "Elon Musk promises SpaceX share for ‘every kid in America’ as tech firms fight AI unease". All rights to the original article belong to The Independent.
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