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"A PhD in Econ from Harvard is a bad thing, not a good thing," declared Elon Musk, the CEO of both Tesla and SpaceX. These words weren’t spoken in passing; they were shared in a social media post, sparking curiosity and raising a few eyebrows. "Results in the ego/brains>>1 problem," Musk appended in his characteristically concise style. This got many of us scratching our heads, questioning what underlies this bold assertion.…

Since the grand announcement of the xAI project back in June 2024, the local planning and development agency finds itself inundated with no fewer than fourteen construction permit applications. This remarkable surge, however, might raise a curious eyebrow or two. Why so many, and why now? Altogether, these permits paint a picture of a project that's nothing short of ambitious. A staggering $405.9 million in estimated project costs is at stake here. Yet, what's piquing…

Elon Musk has announced that his artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is acquiring his social networking platform, X, in a deal that values the company, formerly known as Twitter, at an impressive $33 billion. In a recent post on X, Musk shared, "This combination will unlock immense potential by blending xAI's advanced AI capability and expertise with X's massive reach." With more than 600 million users, the future of X is described as "intertwined" with xAI, which was launched two years ago. “Today, we officially take…

It was an exciting Wednesday when the news broke. Tesla, the trailblazer in electric vehicles, announced an upcoming launch event scheduled for April 10 in the vibrant city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Events like these often mark a turning point. One might wonder, what innovations could Tesla unveil this time? With the spotlight steadily turning towards sustainable energy, could this event be a herald of things to come for the region?

From the dusty roads of Niger to the sprawling urban centers of its neighbors, a silent but significant change is unfolding—a new era of digital connectivity. You might wonder how a landlocked nation bordered by Libya and Nigeria becomes a talking point in a global tech narrative? It begins with a name that's become synonymous with space-age internet solutions—Starlink. Starlink, an ambitious venture by SpaceX, renowned for its pioneering work in space exploration, is now setting foot in…

Have you ever wondered about the delicate intricacies of international alliances and their sometimes tumultuous dance? Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla who has recently taken on the intriguing role of heading the Department of Government Efficiency, touched on this subject in a rather provocative manner. He reshared a post on X this past Sunday with bold enthusiasm, exclaiming, "Exit NATO now!" "We really should," Musk asserted in a straightforward manner, expressing his views on the financial responsibilities tied to…

The Clash of Giants: Evolving Dynamics in Trump's Cabinet Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring. Cabinet officials generally appreciate Elon Musk's vision of minimizing waste, fraud, and inefficiency within government operations. Nonetheless, their enthusiasm is often tempered by frustration over the sometimes relentless manner in which Musk attempts to overhaul these systems. He moves with a game-changing confidence that, while disruptive, demands a deeper evaluation: Is this abrupt method…

Starlink: A Complex Interplay of Progress, Policy, and History Elon Musk is once again making waves, though this time it's not exclusively in the tech world. The billionaire's recent assertion that Starlink—the satellite internet enterprise of his company SpaceX—is being thwarted by South African law because he is "not Black," has stirred a hornet's nest. This provocative statement, delivered on Musk's social media platform X, has reignited debates about South Africa's intricate tapestry of business…

In a recent exchange that captured the attention of social media users worldwide, Elon Musk found himself embroiled in a contentious dispute with Danish astronaut Andreas "Andy" Mogensen. The trigger? Musk's provocative assertion that President Joe Biden deliberately abandoned two American astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This bold claim, made during a Fox News interview alongside former President Donald Trump, suggested that NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were left stranded for…

Trump Taps Elon Musk to Spearhead New Efficiency Initiative in Government Washington (AX) – In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled a fresh Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E) and tapped entrepreneur Elon Musk, along with conservative leader Vivek Ramaswamy, to spearhead the organization's mission to trim down federal expenses and slash bureaucratic red tape. Aiming to usher in a wave of meaningful transformation across federal bodies, Trump remarked, "This new department is a powerful vehicle…