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If you told someone ten years ago that Elon Musk was planning to send a robot to Mars, that Nvidia was developing its own artificial intelligence, and that Hollywood was making movies about a future ruled by AI — you probably wouldn’t have been taken seriously. But now, all of that is real.
And while some people are thrilled about progress, others are already eyeing the nearest way out of the city — just in case they need to hide in the woods if something goes wrong. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening in the world of tech and whether it’s time to start worrying about a “machine uprising,” like in the movies.
Optimus: Elon Musk’s Robot Is Heading to Mars
Tesla has been working on a humanoid robot called Optimus for some time now, alongside its electric cars. The robot has already been shown at presentations — it walks, moves, and can pick things up. For now, it looks like a great warehouse worker or home assistant. But Elon Musk isn’t stopping there.
Recently, he announced that the goal is to send Optimus to Mars to help with colonization. The logic is that if we want to build a base on another planet, we need robots that can work in extreme conditions. Makes sense — but it still gives some people chills.
Just imagine: we launch an entire army of humanoid robots to another planet, and they learn to survive and evolve there… and who knows, maybe one day they decide they don’t need humans anymore?
Nvidia Croot 1: What Kind of Beast Is This?
The company Nvidia, known for its graphics cards, has long moved beyond just “gaming hardware.” They’ve been actively developing AI, and recently unveiled a project called Croot 1 — and it’s not just another chatbot or voice assistant. It’s a platform capable of integrating multiple AI systems, interacting with the physical world (for example, controlling robots), and learning on the go.
In other words, imagine an AI that can operate drones, talk to you, do repairs in your home, and learn from each new user. This isn’t just intelligence — it’s practically a fully-fledged “digital brain.”
It All Sounds Like the Beginning of a Movie
It’s impossible to hear news like this without thinking of films like Terminator, The Matrix, or the more recent Westworld. In all these stories, the idea is the same: humans create AI, AI becomes smarter than humans, AI decides humans are in the way — and disaster follows.
Science fiction? For now — yes. But when Musk talks about robots living on Mars, and Nvidia is building a “brain for robots,” it’s not surprising that some people are getting anxious. Especially considering how many modern AIs already behave in “unpredictable” ways.
People Are Afraid — And That’s Understandable
There are entire communities genuinely concerned about AI. Some believe we’re nearing the “singularity” — the moment when AI surpasses human intelligence and starts making decisions for us. Others worry that robots will take over jobs, leaving us all unemployed. Some fear that one day we’ll wake up to a news broadcast announcing that humanoid robots are the new government.
It might sound like a joke, but the concern isn’t baseless. We already live in a world where AI writes articles, paints pictures, drives cars, and even takes part in negotiations. Now imagine giving it a physical body and access to resources. Doesn’t sound quite so funny anymore, does it?
The Electric State — Another Warning Sign?
Amid all this news, we get the film The Electric State — a story about a teenager and her robot companion in a world where robots have already won, and civilization has collapsed.
It’s not just an entertaining movie, but more like another wake-up call: “Hey, humans! Are you sure you’re in control of what you’re creating?” Because in this film, as in so many others, AI starts off as a helper — and ends up being the problem.
You could say movies like this only add fuel to the fire and heighten anxiety. But maybe it’s the opposite — a way for society to prepare, reflect, and avoid mistakes. After all, if we can imagine how things could go wrong, we have a chance to steer them right.
So Should We Be Afraid?
Good question. On the one hand, technology is amazing. Optimus could help on Mars. Croot 1 could make our lives easier, safer, and more comfortable. AI can cure diseases, assist science, improve education, and so much more.
On the other hand, if we don’t set boundaries and keep AI development under control, we might really end up living out a Terminator or Electric State scenario.
The solution? Balance. Technology should evolve, but it’s crucial that it remains under human control. There should be rules, laws, and ethics. Every project should include not only engineers, but also philosophers, lawyers, and plain old common sense.
In Conclusion
We’re living in an incredible time. Robots are heading to Mars, AI is advancing at breakneck speed, and the future feels just around the corner. The most important thing is to make sure it’s our future — not one owned by machines.
And films like The Electric State aren’t just thrillers — they’re reminders. The future is in our hands. We just have to make sure we don’t let it slip away. Even if the one taking it from us is shiny, polite, and can fix an outlet better than we can.
