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    OpenAI executives pranked by Russian comedians, discussed military support for Ukraine

    In a surprising breach of security, three OpenAI officials fell victim to a clever scheme, believing they were in conversation with Ukraine's head of foreign intelligence. The impersonators engaged in discussions regarding military aid and AI tools, ultimately leading to officials revealing sensitive conversations with the Pentagon about support for Ukraine.

    Elon Musk hints at willingness to hire Jensen Huang if Nvidia fires him over affairs

    Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under scrutiny for his extramarital affairs and possible ties to Chinese intelligence. Investigations have prompted Nvidia’s board to meet regarding his future within the company. Congress has also requested Huang to provide details about his interactions with Alice Huang. Support for Huang has emerged from prominent figures, including SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.

    Musk wants to hire Jensen Huang: Elon Musk says he would be honoured to recruit Nvidia CEO if board decides to replace him

    Musk hiring Jensen Huang: Elon Musk has said he would be honoured to hire Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang if the chipmaker's board removes him. The comment followed reports of two alleged extramarital relationships involving Huang, including one with Nvidia executive Kimberly Powell and another with a Chinese woman suspected by US intelligence officials of spying for China.

    'Strong working relationship…': Hinojosa softens tone on Musk after campaigning against SpaceX deal
    US SEC seeks to close Elon Musk, Tesla settlement fund

    In a filing in Manhattan federal court, the SEC asked a federal judge to close the Fair Fund, created after Musk settled the SEC case in 2018 charging him with securities fraud for posting on August 7, 2018, that he had "funding secured" to potentially take Tesla private.

    Anthropic's potential mega IPO joins ranks of world's biggest stock market listings

    Anthropic has kicked off its U.S. IPO roadshow, seeking to raise up to $64.4 billion by offering 825 million shares. This latest valuation stands at roughly $1.4 trillion, representing a drop from earlier estimations of $2 trillion. Notably, tech giants like Alphabet and Microsoft are set to invest $26 billion in a private placement.

    • Trump says his deportation policy 'might have been too tough' for voters

      Trump has suggested a potential collaboration with Democrats to reach an immigration agreement. He has also said that while deporting criminals is important, he is open to measures allowing some immigrants to stay.

      Tesla plans to add an additional production shift to fulfill outstanding Cybertruck orders by next year. CEO Elon Musk stated that production would then transition to the Cybercab, a new robotaxi model. Despite initial expectations, Cybertruck sales fell significantly, affecting its market performance. Quality concerns and recalls have also impacted the Cybertruck since its launch in late 2023.

      Tesla Cybertruck hits a dead end: Elon Musk's futuristic EV launched 4 years after unveiling, sold only 10% of his target, with its biggest buyer being another of the billionaire's companies

      Elon Musk revealed that Tesla will halt Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around mid-2027. The Cybertruck sold only 20,237 units last year, far below Musk's expectations of 250,000 units annually. Multiple delays and recalls significantly impacted the Cybertruck's journey since its unveiling in November 2019. Tesla plans to increase production of the Cybercab as part of its future strategy.

      Google executive Donald Harrison resigns from SpaceX board

      Donald Harrison has resigned from SpaceX's board after more than ten years of service. He notified the company of his decision, which took effect immediately on November 4. Elon Musk commented that the resignation was due to conflicts of interest related to Alphabet, Google's parent company. Google remains a major institutional holder of SpaceX shares after slightly increasing its position this week.

      Tech billionaires in Democrats’ crosshairs: Who could face congressional probes? Here’s the hit list

      Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos and other tech leaders could face congressional investigations as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress in 2027. Their scrutiny could focus on ties to Donald Trump, political influence, AI development, data center expansion and the industry's impact on American jobs and communities.

      What went wrong with Tesla Cybertruck? Elon Musk says production will wind down in mid-2027

      Tesla Cybertruck production: Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory around mid-2027 as Elon Musk shifts manufacturing capacity towards the Cybercab. The decision follows years of production delays, repeated recalls, steep price increases and sales that fell short of the company's original ambitions.

      Tesla Cybertruck discontinued: Elon Musk suffers big setback after spending $446 million backing Republicans who lost in midterm

      Cybertruck cancelled: Tech billionaire Elon Musk is facing new business challenges as Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production. After spending at least $446 million backing Republicans in the 2026 elections, Musk saw Democrats make major gains. House Democrats have also called for investigations into his work at DOGE and promised to scrutinize federal funding for his companies.

      SpaceX, Tesla extend losses as midterm results cloud data center, merger outlook

      Shares for Elon Musk's ventures, SpaceX and Tesla, took a notable hit after the Democratic success in the midterm elections. Investors are now worried that these political changes could impede crucial data center expansions. The revenue streams for SpaceX's AI computing may face setbacks due to possible data center moratoriums, while Tesla's energy division is similarly affected.

      Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in midterms and came up short

      Nobody may have suffered bigger losses Tuesday than President Donald Trump. But few others had more on the line than Musk, who gambled big and came up holding the midterm's worst return on investment. Democrats in Congress were already queuing to get their shot at Musk, with possible subpoenas and investigations.

      Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in midterms and came up short

      Elon Musk's hefty USD 445 million investment in Republican candidates did not yield the desired electoral success, as Republicans faced significant losses, ceding control of Congress. This setback has prompted Democrats to contemplate investigating Musk's business operations. Critics have denounced his financial influence in politics, highlighting the risks of affluent individuals shaping policy. Anticipated changes in Texas's Democratic leadership suggest intensified scrutiny of Musk's ties to the state.

      Musk's $445 million midterm bet goes awry. Is his political influence at risk?

      Elon Musk's $445 million spending spree on Republican candidates yielded limited results in the US midterms, with most of those he backed losing. As Democrats gain control, Musk faces potential congressional investigations, calls for campaign finance reforms and greater scrutiny of his companies, government contracts and political influence.

      Elon Musk's business empire braces for Democratic wave as Texas flips blue

      Elon Musk's nearly $500 million campaign to support Republicans failed as Democrats reclaimed both chambers of Congress and flipped Texas' governorship. The results could expose his businesses, including SpaceX and Tesla, to greater congressional scrutiny, tighter data-centre regulations and potential hurdles for expansion plans under incoming Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa.

      Trump is still your president, Christians are still being killed: Nicki Minaj breaks silence after nearly every Republican she backed loses in US midterm elections, lists out 15 points

      Nicki Minaj took to social media to express her thoughts after the Republicans faced significant losses in the midterm elections. She offered congratulations to candidates like Byron Donalds and Anna Paulina Luna while passionately defending Republican viewpoints. Minaj reaffirmed her allegiance to Donald Trump, highlighting her support despite the electoral outcomes. Meanwhile, the Democrats celebrated notable victories in the House and Senate.

      Musk stocks lose $120 billion as Democrats’ Texas win rattles investors

      Tesla and SpaceX lost more than $120 billion in combined market value after Democrats scored major election victories in Texas and across the US. Investors are concerned that a Democrat-controlled Congress could increase scrutiny of Elon Musk’s businesses, complicate a potential Tesla-SpaceX merger and create fresh regulatory hurdles.

      Tesla stocks tumble after Democrats win Congress; Musk's $500 million Republican backing leads to new stress test for Elon’s empire

      Elon Musk's substantial political contributions to Republican candidates now face challenges after Democrats gained control of Congress. His significant investments in Texas could complicate relationships due to the recent political shift. Both Tesla and SpaceX might experience increased scrutiny regarding their government contracts and regulatory approvals. Investors are concerned about the potential implications for Musk's businesses amidst changing political dynamics.

      Qualcomm said the equipment would provide a flexible foundation for a multi-band network, which can be deployed in stages. The initial rollout will focus on terrestrial 5G, with the architecture designed to accommodate developments in connectivity and network intelligence.

      Sam Altman becomes Ram Altman: OpenAI CEO accepts suggestion, changes display name on X

      OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has changed his display name on X to "Ram Altman" after facing online criticism over his remarks about the use of Random Access Memory (RAM) in personal computers. The controversy started after his appearance on the Cheeky Pint podcast, where he questioned whether allocating large amounts of memory to individual desktop and laptop users was an efficient use of limited global supplies.

      'Space lasers didn't work': Elon Musk mocks own election spending after Democrats' midterm sweep

      Billionaire Elon Musk expressed sarcastic comments following significant Democratic electoral victories in the 2026 midterm elections. Despite Musk's substantial financial contributions to Republican candidates, they faced major losses to Democrats. Notable among these was the Texas Senate race, where Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton.

      SpaceX-Tesla merger could give Musk control without Mars, robotaxi milestones

      Elon Musk's compensation packages at SpaceX and Tesla are tied to ambitious goals involving Mars and robotics. Recent discussions on a merger may provide Musk with greater voting control at Tesla. The current arrangement at SpaceX gives Musk significant voting rights without needing to achieve specified goals. Analysts suggest that Musk's plans may be adjusted post-merger to align with new market conditions.

      Grok bot users hit limits faster as Elon Musk warns of ‘unsustainably high’ AI agent costs: What happens next?

      Grok Bot usage limits: Elon Musk says the cost of running Grok Bot has become unsustainable relative to its revenue as users report hitting weekly usage limits faster. Despite 800,000 paid weekly users, questions remain about the service's costs, pricing and future limits.

      Elon Musk vs Sam Altman: After OpenAI CEO questions people's RAM usage at home, Musk defends ordinary users with a meme

      Elon Musk has taken a dig at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after the latter questioned why people keep large amounts of RAM in their personal computers when the limited memory supply could be used more efficiently by AI data centres. Sharing a meme on X, Musk defended ordinary consumers. The exchange comes amid a global memory shortage that is driving up prices of PCs, smartphones and other electronic devices.

      SpaceX in talks to buy Boost Mobile or use its network: Report

      The Elon Musk-led rocket maker is looking to build a hybrid satellite-terrestrial mobile network through Starlink Mobile to challenge US wireless giants AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile, combining its satellite constellation with ground based infrastructure to compete directly in the telecom market.

      Elon Musk says saving for retirement may become pointless. How AI and robots could change the future of money

      Elon Musk envisions a future where breakthroughs in artificial intelligence lead to a surplus of goods and services. He suggests that, as a result, the concept of money could diminish in importance. Musk points out that saving for retirement may become obsolete as automation in production decreases costs and enhances availability, indicating that traditional retirement plans might soon be outdated.

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