Elon Musk says a future on Mars could help humanity survive pandemics, AI and global disasters

Elon Musk believes a Mars colony can protect humanity from global disasters. He argues the vast distance offers a crucial buffer against pandemics and cyber threats. A six-month journey to Mars acts as an automatic quarantine period for diseases. Digital attacks also face significant delays, providing time for mitigation efforts. This expansion ensures human civilization is not solely confined to one planet.

By TOI Science Desk