Jun 23, 2025
In a striking convergence of technology and ambition, Silicon Valley’s leading visionaries — Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, and others — are redirecting their wealth and influence toward “hard tech”: AI-driven robotics, autonomous drones, battlefield systems, and transportation infrastructure. This isn’t just a tech upgrade; it’s the transformation of society itself through machines that think and act. Projects like Tesla’s upcoming robotaxi network in Austin, Daniel Ek’s AI-driven defense startup in Europe, and AI-powered battlefield headsets reflect a growing belief that control of the physical world will soon rest in the hands of those who master artificial intelligence. These developments, once confined to the realm of science fiction, are now tangible realities—ushered in by those shaping the future of war, mobility, and surveillance.
While investors celebrate these breakthroughs, discerning observers recognize echoes of ancient warnings. The Bible speaks of a future global system empowered by deception, control, and rapid advancements that astonish the world (Revelation 13:13–17). As AI expands from software into the physical realm—integrating with weaponry, transportation, and even energy grids—we inch closer to a world where centralized systems can track, manage, and manipulate human behavior on an unprecedented scale. Though the innovators may be unaware, their efforts are laying technological foundations that could align with the prophetic infrastructure foretold in Scripture: a time when no one may buy or sell without the mark, and when human autonomy is eclipsed by something far more powerful and persuasive.
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SOURCE: Wall Street Journal (paywall)