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Elon Musk's "Mind Virus" comment sparks irony debate

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Elon Musk's recent use of the term "Mind Virus" has drawn criticism, particularly given his history of taking an AI company public with substantial losses and a bold production scope. Critics find his application of the term ironic in light of these business practices. AI

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Elon Musk's "Mind Virus" comment sparks irony debate

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    I feel that for someone who'd IPO'd his AI company at huge valuation despite massive and increasing losses, with a prospectus that the ultimate production scope

    I feel that for someone who'd IPO'd his AI company at huge valuation despite massive and increasing losses, with a prospectus that the ultimate production scope of SpaceX could be the total Gross Product of the Solar System.... ...Elon is making a pretty ironic use of the term "M…

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