The rise of technology, millions of people will live in space by 2045: Jeff Bezos' prediction

Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos predicts that within the next two decades, by 2045, space technology will advance to the point where millions of people will reside in space. He believes that robotic labor will be more efficient and cost-effective for difficult tasks on the Moon or other planets compared to human involvement. Bezos shared these optimistic views on the future of technology and space colonization during a discussion at Tech Week 2025 in Italy, emphasizing new possibilities arising from continuous technological advancements. He also addressed concerns about job displacement due to AI, stating that innovations collectively enhance societal prosperity. Other prominent figures like OpenAI's Sam Altman and Tesla/SpaceX's Elon Musk also share similar optimistic outlooks on space colonization, with Musk aiming for human presence on Mars by 2028. While there is considerable optimism among business leaders, significant challenges remain regarding the technology, cost, and practical arrangements for large-scale, permanent human habitation in space.