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Elon Musk

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2026-04-16
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2026-04-28
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2026-04-28
Jury selection in Musk v. Altman: ‘People don’t like him’
The Verge AI lawsuits ★★★

The article reports on the commencement of jury selection in the legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman regarding alleged broken promises at OpenAI. The proceedings highlight the public perception and potential bias surrounding Elon Musk during the selection process.

2026-04-28
Some Musk v. Altman Jurors Don't Like Elon Musk
WIRED AI lawsuits ★★★

The trial for Musk v. Altman has commenced in Oakland, California, focusing on the selection of an impartial jury. Despite some jurors expressing negative views of Elon Musk, the court proceeded with the selection process to determine the core facts of the case.

2026-04-27
Elon Musk and Sam Altman are going to court over OpenAI’s future
MIT Technology Review AI lawsuits ★★★★

Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are heading to trial in Northern California regarding a long-standing legal dispute. The case could potentially impact OpenAI's ability to operate as a for-profit enterprise ahead of a possible IPO.

2026-04-27
Musk and Altman face off in trial that will determine OpenAI's future
Ars Technica AI lawsuits ★★★★

Elon Musk is initiating a legal battle against OpenAI and Sam Altman, alleging the company has abandoned its nonprofit mission in favor of profit. The trial's outcome could significantly impact OpenAI's corporate structure and its ability to transition toward a for-profit model.

2026-04-27
Elon Musk Boosts New Yorker’s Sam Altman Exposé on X as Trial Begins
WIRED AI lawsuits ★★★

Elon Musk is using X's boosting feature to amplify a New Yorker investigation into Sam Altman's alleged deceptive behavior. This amplification occurs as Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its leadership proceeds to a federal trial.

2026-04-27
Elon Musk Claims Tesla's New Samsung AI Chip Will Be 40x Faster Than Current Models - bgr.com
bgr.com hardware_chips ★★★

Elon Musk has claimed that Tesla's upcoming AI chip, developed in partnership with Samsung, will offer a 40x performance increase over current models. This development aims to significantly enhance Tesla's autonomous driving and AI processing capabilities.

2026-04-27
Elon Musk and Sam Altman’s court battle over the future of OpenAI
The Verge AI lawsuits ★★★★

Elon Musk is proceeding with a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the company has abandoned its original mission to develop AI for the benefit of humanity. The legal battle is set to begin jury selection on April 27th.

2026-04-27
Debatable: Universal basic income
Semafor law_policy ★★★

The article discusses the growing debate over Universal Basic Income (UBI) as a potential solution to job displacement caused by artificial intelligence. High-profile figures like Elon Musk and Sam Altman have expressed support for the concept as AI-driven economic disruption approaches.

2026-04-26
Trump administration joins Musk to take aim at US state AI hiring fairness law - hcamag.com
hcamag.com law_policy ★★★

The Trump administration and Elon Musk are challenging a US state law regarding fairness in AI-driven hiring processes. The dispute centers on the regulation of automated decision-making in employment.

2026-04-24
Musk’s Terafab Bets on Intel: A New AI Chip Alliance Emerges|Daily News Digest|2026-04-24|web only - 天下雜誌
天下雜誌 hardware_chips ★★★★

Elon Musk's Terafab is forming a strategic alliance with Intel to develop new AI-focused hardware. This partnership aims to strengthen the supply chain for specialized AI chips.

2026-04-23
Elon Musk lays out Terafab AI chip project plan - Reuters
Reuters hardware_chips ★★★

Elon Musk has detailed plans for Terafab, a project aimed at developing specialized AI chips. The initiative focuses on creating high-performance hardware to support the growing computational demands of artificial intelligence.

2026-04-23
Elon Musk lays out Terafab AI chip project plan - marketscreener.com
marketscreener.com hardware_chips ★★★

Elon Musk has detailed the strategic plan for Terafab, a project focused on developing specialized AI chips. The initiative aims to address the growing demand for high-performance computing infrastructure.

2026-04-23
Elon Musk lays out Terafab AI chip project plan - TradingView
TradingView hardware_chips ★★★★

Elon Musk has detailed his plans for the Terafab AI chip project. The initiative aims to develop specialized hardware to support his various AI and computing-intensive ventures.

2026-04-23
M&A has become unrecognizable
Semafor funding_deals ★★

The author discusses how the Microsoft-OpenAI investment signaled a shift in traditional M&A dynamics, where control is exerted through talent and compute rather than standard equity. The article highlights how modern deals, such as the potential SpaceX-Cursor deal, utilize unconventional structures like massive breakup fees and compute-based-value.

2026-04-22
Tesla just increased its spending plan to $25B — here’s where the money is going
TechCrunch AI company_news ★★★

Tesla has significantly increased its projected 2026 capital expenditures to $25 billion to support its transition into an AI and robotics company. This surge in spending is intended to fund AI initiatives, including compute infrastructure, data centers, and R&D production lines.

2026-04-22
Is X downranking TBPN clips?
Semafor company_news ★★

OpenAI has acquired the TBPN media platform to facilitate deeper public discussion regarding the societal impacts of AI. The move comes amid speculation that X is downranking the show's content due to tensions between Elon Musk and OpenAI.

2026-04-22
How SpaceX preempted a $2B fundraise with a $60B buyout offer
TechCrunch AI funding_deals ★★★★

SpaceX has made a massive $60 billion buyout offer for Cursor, an AI-powered coding software company, preempting a $2 billion funding round. The move is part of SpaceX's strategy to bolster its AI capabilities and compete directly with major players like OpenAI and Anthropic.

2026-04-22
Join Our Livestream: Musk v. Altman and the Future of OpenAI
WIRED AI lawsuits ★★★★

WIRED is hosting a livestream event to discuss the legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman regarding OpenAI's mission. The discussion will focus on how the trial's outcome might impact the control and distribution of AGI technology.

2026-04-22
Inside the AI startup Elon Musk is betting $60 billion on - Business Insider
Business Insider funding_deals ★★★★

The article explores the details of an AI startup receiving significant backing from Elon Musk. It highlights the massive scale of investment and the strategic importance of this company to Musk's broader AI ambitions.

2026-04-21
SpaceX cuts a deal to maybe buy Cursor for $60 billion
The Verge AI funding_deals ★★★

SpaceX has entered a deal to potentially acquire the AI-powered coding platform Cursor for $60 billion. This move is intended to bolster the capabilities of xAI's development tools ahead of a potential IPO.

2026-04-17
2026.16: Servers, Satellites, and Stars
Stratechery company_news ★★

The article discusses the economic implications of AI, specifically focusing on the high fixed costs of data centers and the rising opportunity costs due to compute shortages. It also covers Amazon's $11.8 billion deal to purchase Globalstar satellites to compete with Starlink.

2026-04-16
Musk v. Altman Is a Battle for OpenAI’s Soul
WIRED AI lawsuits ★★★★

Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI is heading to trial, centering on a dispute over the company's original nonprofit mission. The outcome could significantly impact OpenAI's corporate structure and its potential upcoming IPO.