Elon Musk Names Larry Ellison, Jeff Bezos Among Smartest People

During a recent episode of the 'Verdict' podcast, Elon Musk praised Larry Ellison, Larry Page, and Jeff Bezos as some of the smartest individuals he knows, emphasizing their significant accomplishments. Musk described Ellison as 'one of the smartest people' and highlighted his past support for Tesla, while also acknowledging Page's transformative role in establishing Google. Despite a long-standing rivalry with Bezos over their respective space companies, Musk commended Bezos for tackling numerous complex challenges. He noted that intelligence is often reflected in one's actions and achievements, saying, 'To some degree, smart is as smart does.' The comments come amid a downturn in their collective net worth, with Musk also facing financial losses due to a decline in Tesla's stock. Musk's remarks, especially toward Bezos, signal a potential thaw in their contentious relationship.