Elon Musk’s ex's brutal eight-word statement on husband’s ‘threat’ to kids

Elon Musk’s Ex Grimes Comments on AI and Its Impact on Children

Claire Elise Boucher, known as Grimes and former partner of Tesla and SpaceX owner Elon Musk, has voiced sharp concerns on social media about artificial intelligence and its effects on children.

Grimes’ Eight-Word Verdict on AI Threat

“The biggest imminent threat is just outsourcing thinking.”

With this brief statement, Grimes alluded to the risks of relying too heavily on AI technology.

Context of Elon Musk and AI Integration

Elon Musk has integrated various forms of AI into his social media platform X.
In February, Musk introduced Grok 3, calling it “the smartest AI on Earth.”

Concerns About AI’s Effects on Children

“I'm tired of experimenting on kids you know, smoking, MacDonalds and now we're gonna do it with this?”

Grimes expressed to Doomscroll's Joshua Citarella her worry that children are now exposed to new risks from AI, alongside past health concerns.

Musk’s platform is accessible to anyone aged 13 and older, with no age verification process at registration.

Mixed Feelings on AI's Future

While fearing AI’s potential harm, including the possibility it might cause children to “die,” Grimes also anticipates future advances in AI.

“In some ways I can't wait for superintelligence - in some ways I can't wait. It's not as easy since I've had kids.”

Author’s Summary

Grimes warns about AI's danger to children but remains cautiously hopeful about its future development despite her fears.

The Mirror — 2025-11-07