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Live of the sixth flight test of SpaceX’s Starship. This flight test aims to expand the envelope on ship and booster capabilities and get closer to bringing reuse of the entire system online. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to attend the launch.

Dogecoin, the Shiba Inu-themed cryptocurrency, has doubled in value since Donald Trump's presidential victory, rising from under 16 cents to nearly 38 cents. This surge aligns with a broader cryptocurrency boom, as Bitcoin also reached an all-time high above $93,000. Experts attribute the rise to Trump's favourable stance on digital currencies and his ambition to make the U.S. a "crypto capital" with a bitcoin 'strategic reserve.' Additionally, Elon Musk, a prominent Dogecoin advocate and Trump ally, was named head of a new “department of government efficiency” (DOGE), further fuelling support for Dogecoin as a decentralised payment alternative.

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency. This agency will work to reduce government bureaucracy, eliminate unnecessary regulations, cut wasteful spending, and restructure federal agencies, aligning with Trump’s “Save America” agenda. Musk, who played a prominent role in Trump’s reelection campaign, expressed that the department would address government waste extensively. Ramaswamy, a former primary opponent who endorsed Trump, will join Musk in providing "outside" guidance. They’ll collaborate with the White House and Office of Management & Budget to implement entrepreneurial government reforms.

During a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 28, Donald Trump praised Elon Musk’s impressive rocket landing skills, suggesting Musk could play a significant role in his administration if he wins the presidency. Trump emphasized Musk's capabilities in cutting costs and improving living standards, noting his strong endorsement of Trump and current campaigning efforts in Pennsylvania. With millions of Americans having already voted ahead of the November 5 election, national polls indicate a close race between Trump and Democratic rival Kamala Harris. In Georgia, early in-person voting is projected to account for up to 70% of ballots. Trump criticized Harris, vowing to restore the "American dream." The upcoming election is crucial, with stakes high regarding U.S. policies on Ukraine, NATO, tariffs, abortion rights, and democratic principles. Georgia is one of seven competitive swing states that could decisively influence the election outcome.

Donald Trump returned to rural Pennsylvania on October 5, one month before the November 5 election, to rally supporters in a critical battleground state. During the event, he recalled the July 13 assassination attempt, where a bullet grazed him. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and a recent Trump supporter joined him on stage. Trump honored firefighter Corey Comperatore, who was killed during the July 13 attack and vowed to protect Social Security and Medicare while capping credit card interest rates at 10%. The rally drew tens of thousands of attendees, with chants of "fight, fight, fight" echoing throughout

Billionaire Jared Isaacman has successfully led the world’s first private spacewalk during the groundbreaking Polaris Dawn mission, orbiting 700 km above Earth. Joined by SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis, this marks a new chapter in commercial spaceflight. Watch for all the details of this historic event!

Donald Trump says he is open to offering Tesla CEO Elon Musk a cabinet job and has added he may do away with $7,500 tax credit for electric-vehicle purchases, a move that will hurt the EV maker. "Tax credits and tax incentives are not generally a very good thing," Trump said in an interview after a campaign event in Pennsylvania #trump #elonmusk #usa #uspresidentialelection2024 #trumpnews

Billionaire Elon Musk has compared Brazil's Chief Justice Alexandre de Moraes to the infamous Harry Potter villain, Lord Voldemort. The SpaceX CEO made the comparison in a tweet, which has since gone viral, featuring side-by-side images of Judge Moraes and Voldemort. Judge Moraes is seen in a black cloak similar to that worn by Voldemort, who is wielding a wand in the other image. "The resemblance is uncanny. Alexandre de Voldemort," The Tesla CEO wrote in the caption on X. #elonmusk #brazilnews #brazilchiefjustice #voldermort

Tesla faces significant quality concerns with its Cybertruck, prompting a recall of over 11,000 units in the U.S. due to issues with windshield wipers and loose trim. Analysts attribute the problems to the Cybertruck's unconventional design, which strains components like oversized wiper blades. This development raises broader questions about the vehicle's build quality, despite its delayed launch in late 2023. As Tesla prepares for mass production starting in 2025 with a target of 200,000 units annually, the handling of these issues and their potential impact on market perception come into sharp focus.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk advocates for the removal of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), citing concerns about potential hacking by humans or artificial intelligence. His comments come amidst reports of voting irregularities linked to EVMs in Puerto Rico elections, sparking widespread debate and attention, particularly in Indian political circles. Join the discussion on the future of voting technology and security risks posed by electronic systems.

Tesla shareholders approved CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, the electric vehicle-maker said on Thursday, a big thumbs-up to his leadership and an incentive to keep his focus on his biggest source of wealth

Social media platform X has made "Likes" private, removing them from user profiles to enhance privacy. Users can still see their own likes and those who like their posts, but this info is hidden from others. CEO Elon Musk noted a "massive increase in likes" after the change. This is one of many updates since Musk's acquisition of the platform.

Elon Musk says he’ll ban Apple phones from his companies if the tech giant integrates OpenAI technology at the operating system level. The billionaire says visitors to Tesla and his other firms would have to check their iPhones at the door. In a social media post, he called the integration plan an “unacceptable security violation”.

Elon Musk's surprise visit to Beijing sparks speculation as he meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang to discuss the rollout of Tesla's Full Self-Driving software (FSD) in China. The potential transfer of data overseas adds to the intrigue. Despite promising signs, Tesla faces hurdles in introducing FSD in its second-largest market. With traffic conditions and regulatory challenges unique to China, the stakes are high. Stay tuned for insights into Tesla's strategy, market dynamics, safety concerns, and more.

Tesla humanoid robot is still in the lab, but it may be ready to sell by 2025, Chief Executive Elon Musk said. Several companies have been betting on humanoid robots to meet potential labour shortages and perform repetitive tasks that could be dangerous or tedious in industries such as logistics, warehousing, retail and manufacturing. Musk told investors on a conference call that he guessed the Tesla robot, Optimus, would be able to perform tasks in the factory by the end of this year.

An Australian court has ordered X to hide some posts commenting on the stabbing of a bishop in Sydney, deepening a war of words between the social media platform's owner Elon Musk and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Australia's federal court late on Monday granted the country's cyber regulator, the eSafety commissioner, a two-day injunction requiring the social media platform to hide some posts on a knife attack last week against an Assyrian church bishop, Mar Mari Emmanuel, during a service at his church. Albanese on Tuesday hit out at Musk, calling him an "arrogant billionaire" for pushing back against the Australian government's calls to take down the content.

Mercurial tech billionaire Elon Musk is visiting India to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the week of April 22, along with revealing plans to invest and open a factory in the country, according to Reuters. Tesla, one of the world's largest automakers, has lobbied for several years to cut import taxes in India. After refusing to budge for years, the Indian government finally unveiled a new EV policy last month. This policy offers import duty concessions, provided manufacturers fulfill certain conditions. Following this, Musk is expected to make announcements on where Tesla will be setting up a factory in India.

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has shown strong interest in introducing electric vehicles to India, highlighting it as a logical progression for the country towards sustainable transportation. During a recent discussion on X Spaces with Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, Musk underscored India's growing population and stressed the importance of making electric cars as ubiquitous there as they are in other countries. Aligned with this objective, Tesla is actively investigating possibilities to set up a manufacturing facility in India. According to reports, both Maharashtra and Gujarat have extended attractive land offers to the electric car company

Witness the groundbreaking work of Neuralink as it demonstrates how its brain-chip technology empowers individuals with disabilities to control devices with their minds. In a recent live stream, Neuralink showcased its first brain-chip patient playing chess on a laptop solely using his thoughts, without the need for a mouse or keyboard. Shot by Neuralink engineer Bliss, the video features Noland Arbaugh, the patient, discussing his paralysis below the shoulders, hindering his ability to use conventional controls. Tune in to learn more about this innovative technology and its potential to transform lives

Chinese military and state-run media accused the United States of threatening global security, days after a Reuters report which found Elon Musk's SpaceX was building hundreds of spy satellites for a U.S. intelligence agency. A social media account run by the People's Liberation Army or PLA said the SpaceX program exposed U.S. "shamelessness and double standards".