Elon Musk Has Backed Himself Into a Corner in Brazil:
After a public standoff with a judge over X and Starlink’s operations in the country ...
wired.com/story/x-starlink-brazil-suspension-musk/
Quick Glance: Musk Cornered: X and Starlink's Brazil Dilemma
- Elon Musk has lost X's access to Brazil, impacting over 40 million users, due to non-compliance with orders from the TSE.
- The ban on X forced Starlink to comply with court rulings to retain its customer base.
- Musk continues to challenge the judiciary, escalating conflicts with the TSE, which has been addressing misinformation and hate speech since 2019.
- The closure of X's office in Brazil has created further legal complications, while conservative politicians seek to contest the suspension.
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Elon Musk predicts Tesla cars will be able to self-drive an entire year on their own
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Quick Glance: Tesla Unveils Cybercab Robotaxi at Special Event
- Tesla is hosting an event on Thursday in California to showcase the anticipated robotaxi, known as the 'Cybercab'.
- The event will be live-streamed, with expectations for a prototype reveal, although only renders may be available.
- Musk envisions a fully autonomous vehicle without traditional controls that offers a low-cost transport solution.
- The presentation will also feature additional surprises beyond the robotaxi.
Elon Musk: "I'm dark MAGA": "The true test of someone's character is how they behave under fire."
axios.com/2024/10/06/elon-musk-trump-rally-dark-maga
Quick Glance: Musk and Trump: A Pivotal Campaign Appearance
- Elon Musk described Trump as the only candidate capable of preserving democracy in America.
- This marked Musk's first appearance at a Trump rally, where he expressed support for the Republican nominee.
- Trump honored the memory of a supporter killed during an assassination attempt and urged voter turnout.
- The event took place in a Republican stronghold, where Trump aims to mobilize voters ahead of the election.
Elon Musk: The X boss gets too much attention: Elon Musk misunderstands X as a news portal, himself a fighter for freedom of expression. Greedy for clicks ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk: Spotlight on an Internet Provocateur
- Elon Musk is depicted as an influential entrepreneur and a right-wing internet troll.
- His appearance at Donald Trump's rally in Butler drew media attention due to his controversial claims about free speech and voting rights.
- Musk faces criticism for frequently sharing questionable information, raising concerns about the quality of his statements on social media.
- The media grapples with the dilemma of covering Musk while trying not to amplify his provocations unnecessarily.
Tesla is expected to unveil a robotaxi tonight: 5 things to know: On Thursday night, Tesla is holding a splashy event it’s calling “We, Robot ...
npr.org/2024/10/10/nx-s1-5144675/tesla-robotaxi-cybercab-reveal-thursday
Quick Glance: Tesla Unveils Robotaxi and Humanoid Robot Tonight
- Tesla is hosting an event called 'We, Robot' where Elon Musk will unveil a new robotaxi model.
- Musk emphasizes the importance of fully autonomous robotaxis for future profits, as Tesla differentiates itself with a cost-effective camera-based technology.
- The development of fully autonomous vehicles faces regulatory challenges due to the lack of federal laws in the U.S.
- Additionally, the humanoid robot Optimus may be part of the reveal, which Musk considers potentially more valuable than all other Tesla products combined.
Starlink was offered for free to those hit by Hurricane Helene. It is not actually free
theregister.com/2024/10/08/elon_musks_free_starlink_hurricane_helene/
Quick Glance: Misleading Starlink Offer Following Hurricane Helene
- The free Starlink service promised by Elon Musk for Hurricane Helene-affected communities is misleading, as hardware costs remain.
- Despite advertising a 30-day free trial, users must pay for the terminal, raising total costs to nearly $400.
- Critics argue that the offer is more about acquiring new customers than providing genuine assistance, with unclear conditions.
- Furthermore, challenges persist for affected individuals in accessing this service, particularly in areas with limited internet connectivity.
Elon Musk's Starlink charges Hurricane Helene survivors $400 for 'free' internet service
nypost.com/2024/10/09/business/elon-musks-starlink-charges-helene-survivors-for-free-internet/
Quick Glance: Starlink Charges for Internet After Hurricane Helene
- Elon Musk promised 30 days of free Starlink access for Hurricane Helene victims but did not mention a $400 fee for the hardware.
- Despite Starlink's announcement of free service, users in disaster-hit areas were still required to pay for the satellite dish and shipping.
- Critics labeled the offer as misleading, noting that many victims lacked power to operate the device.
- The situation was exacerbated by the impending arrival of another storm, Milton, as recovery efforts from Helene continued.
Fidelity Values X Nearly 80% Less Than When Musk Bought It | Entrepreneur: Elon Musk paid $44 billion when he bought Twitter, now X, in October 2022 ...
entrepreneur.com/business-news/fidelity-values-x-nearly-80-less-than-when-musk-bought-it/480585
Quick Glance: X's Value Plummets 80% Since Musk's Acquisition
- X, formerly Twitter, is estimated to be worth around $9.4 billion, reflecting an almost 80% decline since Musk's acquisition.
- Musk purchased the platform for $44 billion in 2022, and Fidelity reports a current valuation of only $4.2 million for its shares.
- Declining ad revenue and advertiser concerns, particularly following Musk's controversial remarks, contribute to the decrease in value.
- Despite these challenges, X remains a significant player with 570 million monthly active users, although opinions on its actual worth vary.
Elon Musk Exposed For Calling Accused Rapist Diddy 'A Good Friend': Musk previously boasted about his friendship with Sean "Diddy" Combs, even saying ...
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Quick Glance: Musk and Diddy: A Controversial Friendship Exposed
- Elon Musk criticizes the entertainment industry for ignoring the allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
- A new publication explores Musk's friendship with Combs and his role as an investor in Twitter.
- Musk refers to Combs as a good friend and highlights the musician's significant financial contribution to the Twitter takeover.
- Combs faces charges of sexual misconduct and has pleaded not guilty.
Elon Musk: FCC Put Lives in Danger by Not Awarding Funds to Starlink: Musk suggests that FCC funding would've allowed it to help more people after Hurricane ...
pcmag.com/news/elon-musk-fcc-put-lives-in-danger-by-not-awarding-funds-to-starlink
Quick Glance: Starlink: Internet and Politics After Hurricane Helene
- Starlink, the satellite internet service from SpaceX, is being deployed in southern Appalachia affected by Hurricane Helene to establish critical internet connections.
- The Biden administration plans to deploy Starlink devices, while Elon Musk has stated that costs will be waived in the impacted areas.
- The political aspect is highlighted by Musk's interaction with Donald Trump, raising questions about the effectiveness of FEMA's response.
- Musk has previously politicized the provision of Starlink services in conflicts, creating tensions in Ukraine and Taiwan.
Musk steps up Starlink access as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida: SpaceX and CEO Elon Musk ramped up the rollout of Starlink’s direct-to-cell service for ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4924119-spacex-starlink-milton-emergency-help/
How to connect to emergency satellite on iPhone and Android before Hurricane Milton
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Quick Glance: Connect Your iPhone to Satellite Messaging
- Newer iPhones running iOS 18 enable satellite messaging when cellular service is lost.
- Key steps include testing satellite connection, enabling iMessage, and setting up emergency contacts.
- Once connected, users can access the Messages app, with connection strength indicated at the top of the screen.
- Satellite messaging is free for two years after activation, but visibility and environmental factors can affect connectivity.
Supreme Court boots Elon Musk’s fight with Jack Smith over Trump’s Twitter records
cnn.com/2024/10/07/politics/elon-musk-trump-twitter-records/
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Upholds Texas Emergency Abortion Restrictions
- The Supreme Court has upheld a decision prohibiting emergency abortions that violate Texas law.
- There were no public dissents, and this ruling comes just before a presidential election where abortion is a key topic.
- The Biden administration sought to overturn the lower court ruling, claiming federal law mandates hospitals to perform necessary abortions in life-threatening situations.
- Texas doctors express concerns over ambiguous laws, leading to potential refusals to treat patients needing abortions.
Fidelity Values X Nearly 80% Less Than When Musk Bought It | Entrepreneur: Elon Musk paid $44 billion when he bought Twitter, now X, in October 2022 ...
entrepreneur.com/business-news/fidelity-values-x-nearly-80-less-than-when-musk-bought-it/480585
Inside the White House’s desperate scramble to swat down hurricane misinformation
cnn.com/2024/10/09/politics/white-house-hurricane-helene-misinformation/
Quick Glance: FEMA Fully Funded for Helene and Milton Response
- FEMA has sufficient funds to address the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, countering recent misinformation.
- The agency currently holds approximately $11 billion in its Disaster Relief Fund, bolstered by recent legislation.
- If the fund is depleted, FEMA can access alternative funding sources for immediate disaster response.
- However, redirecting funds may jeopardize long-term recovery projects in affected communities.
X is back in Brazil after a five-week ban: X is coming back online in Brazil after officials lifted a ban that took the service offline for five weeks.
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GEICO Hits Tesla Cybertruck With Insurance Terminations Amid Recalls: Geico notified some Tesla Cybertruck owners that it would not be renewing their policy ...
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Paid articlePaywallQuick Glance: Geico Continues to Insure Tesla Cybertrucks
- Geico confirmed that coverage for the Tesla Cybertruck is available nationwide.
- Rumors claiming that Geico had stopped insuring Cybertrucks circulated following a user post on social media.
- The misinformation stemmed from a Cybertruck owner's letter stating insurance was denied due to underwriting guidelines.
- Tesla recently issued a recall for the Cybertruck related to a rearview camera issue.
Opinion: Elon Musk is NOT trying to buy your vote. He's trying to buy the election
azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/ej-montini/2024/10/08/elon-musk-petition-offer-47-buy-election/75574797007/
BBC Oct 08
Brazil gives Elon Musk's X green light for return: Brazil's Supreme Court said on Tuesday it is lifting a ban on the social media platform X.
bbc.com/news/articles/c5y06vzk3yjo
Quick Glance: Brazil's Supreme Court Approves X's Service Resumption
- Brazil's Supreme Court authorized X to resume operations after the platform complied with court rulings.
- Justice Alexandre de Moraes stated that X met the necessary requirements for reactivation in the country.
- The decision is viewed as a victory for Brazilian law, as many users migrated to alternative platforms during the suspension.
- X appointed a new local representative and started blocking accounts flagged by the court, leading to its reinstatement.
Elon Musk Readies the Robotaxi He Is Betting Tesla’s Future On: Elon Musk went all-in to get robotaxis onto roads, sacrificing a widely anticipated cheaper car ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-09/elon-musk-readies-the-robotaxi-he-is-betting-tesla-s-future-on
Elon Musk's big Tesla robotaxi reveal is finally almost here. It's been a long time coming
qz.com/elon-musk-tesla-robotaxi-timeline-1851664786
Quick Glance: Musk Announces Tesla Robotaxi Reveal for October
- Elon Musk has promised an autonomous Tesla robotaxi since 2019, set to be unveiled on October 10.
- The plans for the robotaxi have faced multiple delays, with skepticism growing due to unmet past promises.
- The history of Tesla's Autopilot and claims of full autonomy is filled with issues and setbacks.
- Musk has pushed back the launch of the robotaxi again, yet remains hopeful it will soon be on the streets.
Russian disinformation: Elon Musk as Putin's tool: An FBI investigation and extensive leaks from an agency close to the Kremlin show for the first time how ...
nzz.ch/international/wie-putin-elon-musk-ausnutzt-struktur-einer-russischen-desinformationskampagne-ld.1851845
Why This Bizarre New Trend on Twitter Is Popular With Right-Wing Influencers: When a guy you know texts you, it has to be real.
slate.com/technology/2024/10/charlie-kirk-elon-musk-hurricane-helene-fema-misinformation-x-twitter.html
Mark Zuckerberg just passed Jeff Bezos to become the world's second-richest person
qz.com/mark-zuckerberg-jeff-bezos-net-worth-worlds-richest-1851665301
Quick Glance: Zuckerberg Overtakes Bezos as Second Richest
- Mark Zuckerberg has surpassed Jeff Bezos to become the second richest person in the world with a net worth of $206 billion.
- Elon Musk remains the richest with $256 billion, while Meta, founded by Zuckerberg, boasts a market capitalization of $1.255 trillion.
- Meta's stock surged by 23% following strong sales results for Q2 2024, marking Zuckerberg's return to the top 10 richest individuals.
- Forecasts suggest Zuckerberg could achieve trillionaire status by 2030 if he maintains his current growth rate of 35.8%.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu calls Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation her ‘home away from home’ after reports of police action
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Halts Investigation Against Sadhguru
- The Supreme Court intervened in a case against Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, staying a Madras High Court order.
- The Isha Foundation's appeal, supported by the central government, resulted in the case being transferred to the Supreme Court.
- The Madras High Court had ordered an investigation against Sadhguru, prompting a police raid at his ashram.
- During the hearing, two women testified they were living at the Isha Yoga Center willingly and reported ongoing harassment from their father.
Zuckerberg passes Bezos to become world’s second-richest person: The 40-year-old co-founder and chief executive officer has gained four spots this year on the ...
fortune.com/2024/10/03/zuckerberg-bezos-worlds-second-richest-billionaire/
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Tesla robotaxi set to have two seats, Musk to discuss FSD for Semi, Bloomberg News reports
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-robotaxi-set-have-two-seats-musk-discuss-fsd-semi-bloomberg-news-reports-2024-10-09/
Robotaxi from Tesla: Are Elon Musk's self-driving cars coming now?: Tesla is battling with increasing competition and urgently needs new business areas ...
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Elon Musk Rages As NASCAR Hero's Hurricane Helene Aid Could be Stopped - 'Blood Is Boiling'
newsweek.com/sports/racing/elon-musk-rages-nascar-heros-hurricane-helene-aid-could-stopped-blood-boiling-1964295
Quick Glance: Elon Musk Slams FEMA Over Hurricane Relief Restrictions
- Elon Musk criticized the possibility that FEMA could obstruct former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's relief efforts following Hurricane Helene.
- Biffle utilized his helicopter to deliver essential supplies, including Starlink systems donated by SpaceX, to remote areas.
- Musk expressed his frustration on X regarding FEMA's blockade, highlighting the devastation in North Carolina while denouncing the restrictions on aid.
- Although Biffle has been nominated for a Presidential Medal of Freedom, FEMA's actions may prevent him from continuing his assistance.
Are Tesla robotaxis really coming soon? Elon Musk's lawyers don't seem to think so
qz.com/tesla-robotaxi-lawsuit-elon-musk-lawyers-claims-1851665636
Elon Musk is bankrolling outgunned House GOP campaigns: It's a boon to House Speaker Mike Johnson.
axios.com/2024/10/08/elon-musk-house-republicans-super-pac
Ed Sheeran declares 'I love this man' in moving speech praising Elton John: Sir Elton John appeared on stage at the Attitude Awards after opening up about his ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/ed-sheeran-declares-i-love-33859022
Tyler, the Creator changes his tune on Elon Musk: Tyler, the Creator dropped his hit song "911" in 2017 with the line: "Sucks you can't gas ...
techcrunch.com/2024/10/09/tyler-the-creator-changes-his-tune-on-elon-musk/
Elon Musk's drive to lead AI race stems from childhood, biographer says: Walter Isaacson says Elon Musk's mission to save humanity from hostile AI likely stems ...
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-ai-motivation-childhood-sci-fi-themes-walter-isaacson-2024-10
Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Childhood Dreams Shape His AI Ambitions
- Walter Isaacson highlights that Elon Musk's ambitions in AI are rooted in his childhood and science fiction literature.
- Musk intends to start a new AI company due to his distrust of Sam Altman and believes multiple developers should oversee each other.
- Isaacson emphasizes Musk's view of himself as a savior for humanity, particularly regarding AI risks and the goal of becoming a multiplanetary species.
- Musk has expressed criticism of OpenAI and filed a lawsuit while attempting to create transparency within his own company, xAI.
Are Tesla robotaxis really coming soon? Elon Musk's lawyers don't seem to think so
qz.com/tesla-robotaxi-lawsuit-elon-musk-lawyers-claims-1851665636
Jon Stewart Laughs in Elon Musk’s ‘Dark MAGA’ Face: “The Daily Show” host was deeply unimpressed with Musk’s performance at his first MAGA rally speech.
thedailybeast.com/jon-stewart-laughs-in-elon-musks-dark-maga-face
Paid articlePaywallMusk plans to campaign for Trump in Pennsylvania, source says: Elon Musk plans more campaigning for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in ...
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Elon Musk called Gov. Josh Shapiro during the Steelers game to talk about investing in Pennsylvania
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Henrico County refutes voter fraud claim amplified by Elon Musk: Henrico County is refuting a claim amplified by Elon Musk that there were more than 15 ...
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Billionaire Elon Musk joins Donald Trump at US election campaign rally
euronews.com/2024/10/06/billionaire-elon-musk-joins-donald-trump-at-us-election-campaign-rally
A 5th recall for Tesla Cybertruck within a year, the latest due to rearview display
apnews.com/article/tesla-cybertruck-recall-musk-32836a3471855a0a864ac1ba3d5769fc
Musk rails against Democrats alongside Trump: Tech mogul Elon Musk, appearing alongside former President Trump at his rally in Butler, Pa. ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4917949-musk-trump-rally-democrats/
China Is Trying to Rival Elon Musk in Space: President Xi wants to build China into a “space power.” But SpaceX’s big lead and China’s security concerns could ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-09/china-is-trying-to-rival-elon-musk-in-space
Paid articlePaywall Musk to make more Pennsylvania appearances ahead of election: Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk plans to make more appearances in Pennsylvania to boost former ...
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Elon Musk to Attend Donald Trump Rally, Increases Hostility Towards Harris: In a series of posts on X, Elon Musk ramped up his criticism of Kamala Harris while ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-attend-donald-trump-rally-increases-hostility-towards-harris-1963692
Elon Musk reveals his thoughts on what he believes is behind the UFO sightings in the US
nypost.com/2024/10/09/us-news/elon-musk-reveals-his-thoughts-on-ufo-sightings-in-the-us-with-tucker-carlson/
Elon Musk donates $1 million to Texas PAC ahead of 2024 election: Elon Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX chief gave $1 million to Texas for Lawsuit Reform PAC ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/election/2024/article/elon-musk-texas-election-campaign-donation-19823703.php
Musk’s Robotaxi Needs to Come With a Time Machine: The entrepreneur must dazzle his audience this week into forgetting that the autonomous driving he’s promised ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-10-07/musk-s-robotaxi-needs-to-come-with-a-time-machine
Paid articlePaywall Musk's X to be reinstated in Brazil after complying with Supreme Court demands: The Brazilian Supreme Court’s Justice Alexandre de Moraes on Tuesday authorized ...
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Quick Glance: X Service Restored in Brazil Following Court Ruling
- The Brazilian Supreme Court authorized the restoration of X after a month-long shutdown.
- Elon Musk's platform was blocked due to disputes over free speech and misinformation but eventually complied with court orders.
- X appointed a new legal representative to meet Brazilian regulations, raising concerns about the company's commitment to the market.
- The platform's return may face challenges amid competition from other services and the need to align with local demands.
Tesla Issues Another Massive Cybertruck Recall in Blow for Elon Musk: The latest defect is the Cybertruck’s fifth recall since Tesla rolled out the vehicle last ...
thedailybeast.com/tesla-issues-another-massive-cybertruck-recall-in-blow-for-elon-musk
Quick Glance: Tesla Recalls 27,000 Cybertrucks Over Software Glitch
- Tesla recalled over 27,000 Cybertrucks due to a software issue that may delay the rearview camera display, heightening crash risks.
- The recall impacts vehicles manufactured between November 13, 2023, and September 14, 2024, potentially violating federal regulations.
- Despite receiving 45 warranty claims, Tesla is not aware of any accidents or injuries linked to the defect.
- The issue was addressed with a free over-the-air software update on September 19, ensuring compliance with the two-second display requirement.
Ahead of election, experts warn Hurricane Helene misinformation is 'just the beginning'
abcnews.go.com/US/ahead-election-experts-warn-hurricane-helene-misinformation-beginning/story
OpenAI backer Vinod Khosla talks about taking on Elon Musk: Vinod Khosla is concerned there is too much doom and gloom about AI from "Luddites" and says we are ...
businessinsider.com/openai-vinod-khosla-fixing-ai-image-2024-10
The top tech billionaires are on track to become the first trillionaires: Who will get there first?
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk plans to rally for Donald Trump in key swing state: The Texas billionaire has pledged to spend millions to help the former president return ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/election/2024/article/elon-musk-donald-trump-swing-state-19815829.php
FEMA adds misinformation to its list of disasters to clean up: FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell spoke out about the risk and uptick of misinformation around a ...
theverge.com/2024/10/8/24265372/fema-misinformation-hurricane-helene-milton
Quick Glance: FEMA Warns of Hurricane Misinformation Crisis
- FEMA warned that falsehoods regarding hurricanes significantly hinder their response efforts and endanger countless lives.
- Administrator Deanne Criswell stated that the level of misinformation has reached unprecedented heights, negatively affecting first responders' morale and public willingness to seek aid.
- Criswell criticized the political narratives surrounding FEMA's response to Hurricane Helene, emphasizing that they prioritize politics over helping those in need.
- The agency noted that misinformation undermines trust in first responders and cautioned against further confusion arising from unreliable information following recent storms.
A City on Mars? Elon Musk’s Interplanetary Midlife Crisis: Elon Musk has announced his latest ambitious timeline for sending humans to Mars ...
thedailybeast.com/a-city-on-mars-elon-musks-interplanetary-midlife-crisis
Paid articlePaywallQuick Glance: Musk's Ambitious Mars Plans: Realistic or Not?
- Elon Musk outlined SpaceX's timeline for Mars missions, aiming to send uncrewed Starship rockets in 2026.
- Experts caution that significant engineering and regulatory challenges may hinder the ambitious timeline.
- The main obstacle could be securing launch approvals from the FAA, which could take considerable time.
- While Musk's timeline might be overly optimistic, realistic crewed missions to Mars could happen around 2031 to 2033.
Buttigieg dismisses Musk’s Helene federal response claims: Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called out tech giant Elon Musk on Friday for ...
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Officials face antisemitic attacks over Hurricane Helene response: Report finds Elon Musk’s platform is fueling falsehoods and conspiracy theories that risk ...
washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/10/08/hurricane-helene-antisemitic-misinformation-x/
T-Online Oct 05
News on the US election: Joe Biden fears riots after the election: Elon Musk wants to appear at a Trump event. Melania Trump's publisher is said to have ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/usa/us-wahl/id_100502900/news-zur-us-wahl-joe-biden-befuerchtet-ausschreitungen-nach-der-wahl.html
Quick Glance: Melania Trump Takes a Stand on Abortion Rights
- Melania Trump expressed her support for abortion rights in a video and her upcoming memoir.
- She emphasizes that the decision regarding a pregnancy should be made between a woman and her doctor, free from government interference.
- These views sharply contrast with the Republican Party's anti-abortion stance and her husband, Donald Trump.
- Melania argues that individual freedom is a fundamental right granted to every woman.
Elon Musk to open xAI office in OpenAI’s former headquarters in S.F. Mission District
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Quick Glance: Musk Opens xAI Office in Former OpenAI Headquarters
- Elon Musk's company xAI has opened an office in the Pioneer Building in San Francisco, previously leased to OpenAI.
- This move follows Musk's decision not to sublease the building after OpenAI vacated the premises.
- Musk announced the opening during an exclusive event, stating that the building has already been refurbished.
- xAI remains a direct competitor to OpenAI, which is actively expanding its presence in the city.
New book 'Character Limit' explores Musk's impact on social media after buying Twitter
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Big Mac maker has a price beef with meat suppliers; sales growth slows at Pepsi, Frito's parent
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Musk says he'll attend Trump rally in Butler, scene of July shooting: "I will be there to support!" Musk said.
axios.com/2024/10/04/musk-trump-butler-pennsylvania-rally
Republicans are trying to rig 2024 the way they claim 2020 was rigged: From election rules to the role of social media, the right is embracing things they used ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/10/07/republicans-are-trying-rig-2024-way-they-claim-2020-was-rigged/
Elon Musk Makes Animated First Appearance at a Trump Rally and Casts Election in Dire Terms
time.com/7050621/elon-musk-makes-animated-first-appearance-donald-trump-rally-speech/
X Can Resume Operations in Brazil After Paying Millions in Fines: Elon Musk’s social-media platform was banned in August for defying the country’s Supreme ...
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Tesla Robotaxi Day Is a Make or Break Moment for Elon Musk: Elon Musk needs to convince investors that Tesla is still more than a car company ...
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The RSS legal front’s increasing hold over the judicial system: The Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad's members have made it to Supreme Court benches ...
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Brazil's Moove halts U.S. IPO, says local media: Brazil's Moove Lubricants, a unit of Brazilian conglomerate Cosan , halted its U.S. initial public offering ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/brazils-moove-halts-us-ipo-says-local-media-2024-10-09/
Pete Buttigieg Confirms He Spoke To Elon Musk After Social Media Exchange: Elon Musk implied that FEMA was shutting down airspace that would prevent Hurricane ...
huffpost.com/entry/pete-buttigieg-elon-musk-social-media-exchange_n_6702d3d2e4b0f85b87ef29b3
Mark Cuban says this is the one thing he respects most about Elon Musk: Cuban admitted that he drives a Tesla — and a Kia EV
qz.com/mark-cuban-elon-musk-x-all-in-podcast-1851665174
Quick Glance: Cuban admires Musk's entrepreneurial spirit and risk-taking
- Mark Cuban respects Elon Musk's willingness to take risks and his commitment to ambitious projects.
- Cuban noted that Musk invested heavily in the purchase of Twitter (now X), but its value has since plummeted.
- While acknowledging Musk's entrepreneurial achievements, Cuban criticizes his social media behavior as provocative and trolling.
- The two billionaires have differing views, particularly regarding political support, with Cuban now backing Kamala Harris.
Elon Musk slams FEMA over Helene response in North Carolina as SpaceX looks to set up new Starlinks
foxbusiness.com/fox-news-tech/elon-musk-slams-fema-helene-response-north-carolina-spacex-starlinks
Elon Musk Will Be ‘There to Support’ Donald Trump During Return to Assassination Attempt Site in Pennsylvania
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Tesla Is Behind in the Robotaxi Race. Why Musk Must Overtake Rivals and 5 Other Things to Know Today.
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Tesla has to fix another issue with the Cybertruck: The Cybertruck has been recalled for the fifth time since its launch in November, this time to fix an issue ...
digitaltrends.com/cars/tesla-has-to-fix-another-issue-with-the-cybertruck/
Elon Musk's X plummets in value, says company that helped him buy it: Yikes.
mashable.com/article/x-twitter-value-down-fidelity
Quick Glance: X's Value Plummets Dramatically Under Musk's Leadership
- The platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has lost 79 percent of its value since Elon Musk's acquisition.
- Fidelity, which assisted Musk in the purchase and holds a stake, currently values its investment at $4,185,614.
- As of January 2024, X was already valued at 71.5 percent less, with revenue continuing to decline.
- Advertisers are expected to further reduce their spending on X in 2025, while user numbers in the U.S. and UK are falling.
Fidelity has cut its estimate of X’s value by 79% since Musk’s purchase: Elon Musk's X is now worth less than a quarter of its $44 billion purchase price ...
techcrunch.com/2024/09/29/fidelity-has-cut-xs-value-by-79-since-musk-purchase/
Quick Glance: Fidelity Cuts X's Value by 79% Since Musk Purchase
- Elon Musk's X is now valued at less than a quarter of its $44 billion purchase price.
- Fidelity has marked down its stake in X to approximately $4.18 million, representing a 78.7% reduction.
- Previously, Fidelity valued its shares in X at about $5.5 million as of July, indicating a significant decline.
- Overall, Fidelity currently estimates X's value at around $9.4 billion.
The RSS legal front’s increasing hold over the judicial system: The Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad's members have made it to Supreme Court benches ...
caravanmagazine.in/law/adhivakta-parishad-rss-hold-judicial-system
Elon Musk backs free speech, yet X sees surge in account suspensions: Elon Musk's X has suspended more accounts, on average, than Twitter ever did.
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-x-twitter-account-suspensions-rising-2024-9
Quick Glance: Musk champions free speech, yet X sees account bans soar
- Elon Musk acquired Twitter to uphold free speech principles.
- However, under his leadership, X suspended over 5.3 million accounts in the first half of 2024.
- These suspensions were primarily related to child safety, abuse, and misleading identities.
- Musk has consistently yielded to governmental pressures for increased platform moderation.
Trump Says He Asked Musk For Starlink in Helene-Hit Towns: Republican Donald Trump said he had spoken to Elon Musk and would enlist the billionaire to help ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-30/trump-says-he-asked-musk-to-bring-starlink-to-helene-hit-towns
Tech VC Ben Horowitz Flips On Trump: Will Make 'Significant’ Donation To Kamala Harris
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2024/10/05/tech-vc-ben-horowitz-flips-on-trump-will-make-significant-donation-to-kamala-harris/
Quick Glance: Horowitz to Make Major Donation to Harris Campaign
- Ben Horowitz, co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, plans to make a significant donation to support Kamala Harris's presidential campaign.
- This support follows his surprising endorsement of Donald Trump, highlighting the division within Silicon Valley.
- Horowitz and his wife Felicia cite their long-standing friendship with Harris as motivation, despite the firm's continued support for Trump on certain issues.
- He emphasizes that their backing of Harris does not alter the firm’s stance on key tech policy matters.
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