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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
World
Vinay Patel

Bernie Sanders Challenges Elon Musk's 'Money Won't Matter' Claim With 5% Wealth Tax Demand

Senator Bernie Sanders has challenged Elon Musk to support a 5% billionaire wealth tax, turning the tech mogul's futuristic claims back on him (Credit: / ChatGPT AI-Generated)

A fresh feud between Bernie Sanders and Elon Musk has reignited arguments over billionaire wealth and artificial intelligence. The clash erupted after bold claims that AI will render currency obsolete by 2036.

Senator Bernie Sanders argued that Elon Musk ought to endorse his proposed wealth tax if the tech mogul genuinely stands by his recent remarks about the future irrelevance of money. The SpaceX founder has consistently asserted that financial assets will eventually lose their purpose as artificial intelligence and automation advance.

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