Elon Musk Weekly News Update: Tesla, SpaceX, X, Neuralink, and More

A recent federal investigation reveals that Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features have been linked to numerous crashes, including hundreds of injuries and dozens of fatalities. This investigation, which was spurred by a tragic incident involving a North Carolina student and a Tesla Model Y, highlights serious concerns about the safety and effectiveness of these technologies.

27 Huhti 20247min

The Starship system is a fully reusable, two‑stage‑to‑orbit super heavy‑lift launch vehicle under development by SpaceX. The system is composed of a booster stage named Super Heavy and a second stage, also called "Starship"

26 Huhti 202411min

Congress has recently passed a bill that may lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok, posing a significant challenge to the platform's operations in the U.S. This legislation, now awaiting President Joe Biden's signature, mandates TikTok's parent company ByteDance to divest its interest within 270 days, under threat of prohibition from U.S. app stores and internet hosting services. This development is part of a larger foreign aid package supporting Israel and Ukraine, a strategic move likely to expedite its passage.

25 Huhti 20247min

Tesla is set to reduce its workforce significantly in both Texas and California, impacting over 6,000 employees as the company navigates through a challenging phase of slowing demand and decreased profit margins. This announcement precedes the electric vehicle manufacturer's quarterly financial results, during which CEO Elon Musk is expected to present a strategic plan for the company. The job reductions will affect approximately 2,688 employees at the Tesla factory in Austin, Texas, and 3,332 employees in California. These layoffs are scheduled to commence on June 14, according to recent disclosures made to the respective state governments under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act.

24 Huhti 20246min

Tesla is set to reduce its workforce significantly in both Texas and California, impacting over 6,000 employees as the company navigates through a challenging phase of slowing demand and decreased profit margins. This announcement precedes the electric vehicle manufacturer's quarterly financial results, during which CEO Elon Musk is expected to present a strategic plan for the company.

24 Huhti 20241h 5min

Under NASA’s Artemis campaign, the agency and its partners will send large pieces of equipment to the lunar surface to enable long-term scientific exploration of the Moon for the benefit of all. NASA’s human landing system providers, SpaceX and Blue Origin, are beginning development of lunar landers for large cargo deliveries to support these needs.

23 Huhti 20246min

Exowatt, a forward-thinking renewable energy company, recently launched an innovative modular energy system tailored for powering large-scale data centers, accompanied by a substantial $20 million seed investment. This financial backing includes contributions from Andreessen Horowitz, venture studio Atomic, and a noteworthy investment from Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI.

22 Huhti 20247min

This episode explores the world of Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur behind Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and The Boring Company. From his early days in Silicon Valley to his ambitious plans for space travel and beyond, we unpack Musk's unique trajectory and drive. Whether you're interested in the latest Tesla models, SpaceX's mission to Mars, Neuralink's brain-computer interface, or The Boring Company's urban transport solutions, this episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by innovation and the future. #tesla #elonmusk #spacex #twitter #news

21 Huhti 202455min