Elon Musk says the U.S. Treasury should send money directly to citizens rather than have the government buy stakes in artificial intelligence (AI) companies. Musk Tells Treasury to Send Cash Directly as AI Reshapes U.S. Economy Musk made the case on X on June 20, 2026, responding to Vice President JD Vance’s comments on the […]
SpaceX’s blockbuster public debut has pushed Elon Musk’s net worth above $1 trillion while creating a new class of billionaires among the company’s earliest investors, executives, and institutional backers. According to CNBC, SpaceX shares remained about 37% above their $135…
Luca Guadagnino's film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Artificial, has reportedly been dropped by Amazon MGM.
The film, which stars Andrew Garfield and covers the rollercoaster five days in 2023 spanning Altman's termination and reinstatement as CEO, had been in the works for about a year. The cast also includes A Complete Unknown actress Monica Barbaro as OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, Ike Barinholtz as Elon Musk, and Anora's Yura Borisov as OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever.
In a statement to Deadline, the studio said it believes the movie "will be better served if it were released by a different studio and is working closely with the filmmak …
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Guardian readers in the US share concerns about how the SpaceX IPO and AI boom affect their retirement accounts
Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire last week after SpaceX debuted on the stock market with a valuation of $1.77tn.
Millions of Americans could soon become indirect investors in SpaceX and other emerging AI-focused companies as US markets increasingly shift toward AI-driven investments.
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SpaceX's IPO and AI investments could redefine tech industry dynamics, challenging established AI leaders and reshaping market valuations.
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SpaceX has explored a bond offering worth as much as $20 billion while its publicly traded shares have fallen more than 9%, trimming Elon Musk’s fortune by roughly $59 billion from recent highs. Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the…
Hinton's critique highlights the urgent need for ethical AI development, potentially leading to stricter regulations and impacting industry dynamics.
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The integration of AI in military operations signals a shift towards tech-driven warfare, potentially impacting geopolitical stability and leadership.
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The consolidation of AI talent among tech giants raises barriers for startups, potentially stifling innovation and competition in the AI sector.
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The growing demand for advanced chips, driven by AI and projects like TeraFab, could exacerbate global supply constraints and elevate costs.
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The integration of AI in military operations could escalate geopolitical tensions, impacting regional stability and global security dynamics.
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SpaceX's AI investment shift post-IPO could redefine its tech landscape, impacting investor expectations and industry competition dynamics.
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Justice department urges judge to throw out suit brought by NAACP over xAI’s methane-gas turbines in Mississippi
The Trump administration is coming to the defense of Elon Musk in a lawsuit over claims that his artificial intelligence company, xAI, is polluting residential neighborhoods in north Mississippi. The justice department told a federal court late on Monday to throw out the case.
The lawsuit was filed by the NAACP in April over allegations that xAI and its subsidiary MZX Tech set up dozens of methane-gas turbines to power its datacenter in Southaven, Mississippi, without air permits. The suit claims these turbines emit toxic pollutants in violation of the Clean Air Act, and is asking a judge to block xAI from operating the machines.
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The dismissal highlights tensions between environmental regulations and national security priorities, potentially setting a precedent for future cases.
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Elon Musk’s net worth has briefly climbed to nearly $1.4 trillion, surpassing Bitcoin’s market value at the time after SpaceX shares reached an intraday high of about $225.84 on June 16. According to data from Yahoo Finance, SpaceX stock extended…
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