During an interview at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Elon Musk shared his thoughts on investing in the longevity industry. He stated that he is not interested in putting money into this field as he believes it’s important for people to eventually die, and living too long could stifle new ideas and prevent societal change. Musk joked about the idea of individuals living forever and the potential negative impact it could have on society.
Musk’s perspective on aging differs from that of other tech leaders such as Jeff Bezos, Peter Thiel, and Sam Altman, who have invested in companies focused on reversing aging at a cellular level. Some entrepreneurs have also adopted intensive nutrition, exercise, and wellness plans to slow down or reverse the aging process.
Musk has previously expressed concerns about the implications of an aging population on civilization and has warned that low birth rates pose a significant risk. While some of his contemporaries are actively involved in longevity research, Musk remains hesitant to invest in this industry.
Representatives for Musk did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider regarding his stance on longevity and aging outside normal working hours.
