Elon Musk to Attend World Economic Forum After Earlier Criticism
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Jan 22, 2026KnotShorts News Desk

Elon Musk to Attend World Economic Forum After Earlier Criticism

In Brief

Tech billionaire Elon Musk, who previously dismissed the World Economic Forum as “boring,” will attend the 2026 Davos summit and speak alongside BlackRock CEO Larry Fink. His participation reflects growing engagement between major tech leaders and global economic policymakers.

Elon Musk is scheduled to appear at the World Economic Forum on January 22, 2026, marking a notable shift from earlier criticisms of the forum’s relevance. Musk will engage in a discussion with Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, on global economic trends and innovation.

Analysts say Musk’s participation underscores the increasing role of technology leaders in global policy dialogues, especially around AI, energy, and economic competitiveness.

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