Tesla CEO Elon Musk has issued a stark warning, predicting that power shortages for artificial intelligence (AI) will become a significant obstacle by 2026. His prediction highlights the immense power demands needed to fuel this burgeoning technology, particularly in large-scale AI projects like those undertaken by his company, xAI. xAI’s ambitious plans require substantial energy resources to train sophisticated AI models, potentially consuming up to 100 megawatts of power daily. This level of demand is comparable to powering a small city. Musk’s comments reflect the critical need for investment in energy infrastructure and address the potential impact on the tech industry as a whole.