Musk's New AI Startup Raises $500M Amid Debate Over Technology's Impact
• Elon Musk's AI startup xAI has raised $500 million in new funding, potentially at a $15-$20 billion valuation • The funding comes amid an apparent conflict over AI's role at Tesla, which Musk also runs • Musk has warned that AI could threaten humanity if it advances too quickly • He also predicts AI will eventually replace most human jobs • The new xAI funding is the latest in a series of Musk conflicts, including with OpenAI and some Tesla investors