Elon Musk's father, South African entrepreneur Errol Musk, announced at the Russian Venture Forum in Kazan the creation of an institute that will focus on fundamental challenges.
The main task of the Musk Institute is to solve the most global problems of humanity. For example, interaction with space-time, gravity, nuclear fusion
Initially, sites in the Middle East and Europe were considered, but after a visit to Russia in June 2025, the idea of locating the center here received the warmest reception.
Last year in June, after visiting Russia, we became very enthusiastic about the idea of interacting with Russia on this issue
Musk Sr. expressed confidence that the country that achieves a breakthrough in the study of gravity will become the most powerful in the world, comparing this potential to the moment the United States acquired nuclear weapons.
Errol Musk clarified that he intends to operate with the lowest costs, relying on talented people, not expensive infrastructure.
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