Elon Musk

  • Transport NewsTesla’s Thailand gamble: EV plans still in the slow lane

    Tesla’s Thailand gamble: EV plans still in the slow lane

    Tesla’s investment plans in Thailand remain uncertain as the Government of Thailand awaits confirmation from the United States-based electric vehicle (EV) maker. Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke highlighted that Tesla is reassessing its global investment strategy, which has been affected by slowing sales growth and intense competition, particularly from Chinese EV manufacturers. Reports suggest Tesla aims to concentrate on its existing…

  • Business NewsIndonesia seeks Tesla EV battery plant with Musk’s interest

    Indonesia seeks Tesla EV battery plant with Musk’s interest

    Indonesia is once again courting Elon Musk’s interest in establishing an electric vehicle (EV) battery plant within its borders. After meeting with President Joko Widodo, the CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk, is set to consider the proposal, as confirmed by Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister of Investment, Luhut Pandjaitan. Musk’s immediate response was not available following the announcement made by Luhut to…

  • Business NewsCourt cancels Elon Musk’s billion pay deal

    Court cancels Elon Musk’s $56billion pay deal

    Last week, Tesla CEO Elon Musk suffered a significant legal setback when a court nullified his US$56 billion pay package, marking one of the most substantial legal losses in US history. The suit was lodged by Richard Tornetta, a resident of Pennsylvania, who owned just nine shares in Tesla back in 2018. The case reached trial in late 2022 and…

  • Business NewsElon Musk’s US billion pay deal under threat after judge’s ruling

    Elon Musk’s US$55 billion pay deal under threat after judge’s ruling

    Having spent several years as the wealthiest person globally, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, faces the potential of falling to the third position following a Delaware judge’s ruling on his US$55 billion pay deal. The judge, Kathaleen St. J. McCormick, sided with a Tesla investor who argued that the 2018 remuneration package lacked clarity on Musk’s performance expectations and that…

  • Business NewsElon Musk aims for 25% voting control for AI and robotics expansion

    Elon Musk aims for 25% voting control for AI and robotics expansion

    The world’s most affluent individual and Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed yesterday that he would feel uneasy expanding the electric vehicle (EV) company’s presence in the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics sectors unless he possesses at least a quarter of the company’s voting control. This is a significant increase from his current 13% stake in the company. He voiced this…

  • World NewsValorant Champions crowd demanding Elon Musk “bring Twitter’s back”

    Valorant Champions crowd demanding Elon Musk “bring Twitter’s back”

    Elon Musk faced an unexpected wave of public demand to “bring Twitter back” during his recent appearance at the Valorant Champions competition today. The multibillionaire tech tycoon was greeted with shouts and chants from the crowd, turning the event for the popular first-person shooter video game into a global social media phenomenon. Jake Lucky, a well-known eSports commentator in the…

  • World NewsSan Francisco trial investigates Tesla’s Autopilot role in fatal collisions

    San Francisco trial investigates Tesla’s Autopilot role in fatal collisions

    In the heart of San Francisco, begins the unfolding legal investigation into Tesla Inc’s inability to rectify limitations in its Autopilot technological system, post a fatal Florida-based collision three years prior, affirm multiple engineers tied to a lawsuit bolstered by a family who lost a loved one in an identical incident in 2019. The trial is due to go before…

  • World NewsChina plans AI regulation after Elon Musk’s productive discussions

    China plans AI regulation after Elon Musk’s productive discussions

    Chinese authorities are planning to introduce regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) in the country, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk. He shared this information during a Twitter Space conversation with Democratic presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr, following his recent visit to China. Musk mentioned that he had “very productive discussions” with senior Chinese leadership regarding the risks of AI…

  • World NewsDeSantis announces presidential bid with Musk in live Twitter event

    DeSantis announces presidential bid with Musk in live Twitter event

    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is set to announce his challenge for the Republican party’s 2024 presidential nomination, presenting his ultra-conservative record as a potential blueprint for the nation. The announcement will be made during a live Twitter event with the platform’s owner, Elon Musk. “I will be interviewing Ron DeSantis and he has quite an announcement to make,” Musk confirmed,…

  • Business NewsTesla to embrace advertising, Musk hints at unique approach

    Tesla to embrace advertising, Musk hints at unique approach

    Elon Musk has announced plans for Tesla Inc to venture into traditional advertising, marking a significant shift for the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer that has previously relied on its CEO’s star power and customer enthusiasm. Speaking at the company’s annual meeting, Musk stated that Tesla would “try out a little advertising and see how it goes.” The news led to…

  • Business NewsTesla to test traditional advertising, Elon Musk reveals irony

    Tesla to test traditional advertising, Elon Musk reveals irony

    In a surprising move, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced today that the electric vehicle manufacturer would experiment with advertising to evaluate its effectiveness. This decision comes as a notable shift for Musk, who has previously shunned traditional advertising methods for Tesla. Interestingly, Musk’s recent acquisition of Twitter, a platform heavily reliant on advertising, may have influenced his change of heart.…

  • Business NewsElon Musk announces new CEO for Twitter and transition to CTO role

    Elon Musk announces new CEO for Twitter and transition to CTO role

    Elon Musk revealed yesterday that he has appointed a new CEO for Twitter, though he did not disclose the individual’s identity. He also stated that he will assume the position of Chief Technology Officer for the social media platform within the next few weeks. “Excited to announce that I’ve hired a new CEO for X/Twitter. She will be starting in…

  • World NewsTwitter’s blue tick removal sparks concerns

    Twitter’s blue tick removal sparks concerns

    Twitter has taken a significant step by initiating the removal of blue ticks from high-profile individuals such as Pope Francis, Donald Trump, and Justin Bieber. They have now lost their verified status on the platform. Previously, Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter, had pledged to do away with the “lords and peasants system” that he believed the blue ticks represented.…

  • World NewsMusk’s Twitter activities contribute to spreading misinformation

    Musk’s Twitter activities contribute to spreading misinformation

    Elon Musk vowed to make Twitter the “most accurate source of information about the world,” yet he has repeatedly used his own account to amplify false claims from some of the internet’s most notorious disinformers, as demonstrated by an AFP analysis of his online activity. Musk’s posts display a penchant for drawing attention to misinformation on topics ranging from the…

  • World NewsMusk challenges Microsoft and Google with ‘Truth-Seeking AI’ to counter politically correct AI

    Musk challenges Microsoft and Google with ‘Truth-Seeking AI’ to counter politically correct AI

    Tech tycoon Elon Musk recently disclosed plans to develop a “truth-seeking AI” that will counter politically correct artificial intelligence (AI) efforts from competitors such as Microsoft and Google, during a televised interview. The founder of Tesla and Twitter reiterated his concerns about the potential threat AI poses, suggesting it could lead to “civilisational destruction.” Musk also expressed his apprehension that…

  • EducationMusk’s Twitter cuts keep Thai pedo clips online

    Musk’s Twitter cuts keep Thai pedo clips online

    A number of video clips showing alleged sexual abuse by a Thai art teacher and his underage victims have been circulating on Twitter for many days now. The videos first appeared on January 17. Prachatai English found the videos circulating the same day the suspect was arrested by police in Nakhon Ratchasima. The teacher, identified by local media as “Kanthapit,”…

  • Economy NewsPandemic winners and losers – them and us

    Pandemic winners and losers – them and us

    The pandemic has not been all bad. It’s wrong to look only at the downside of widespread death, fear and grief. There have been pandemic winners and losers. Some people have made a lot of money, and that’s no bad thing, is it? According to Bloomberg, and Al Jazeera, as of yesterday, 131 billionaires had more than doubled their net…

  • Technology NewsTwitter poll respondents tell Musk to step down, so he changes rules

    Twitter poll respondents tell Musk to step down, so he changes rules

    Elon Musk’s Twitter has been the definition of a hot mess. After the latest round of controversies, Musk – now fallen to the world’s second richest man – launched a poll asking if he should step down. When the poll didn’t go the way he planned (or did it?!), he changed the rules of who could participate in future polls.…

  • Technology NewsTwitter investigation discovers mass censorship & blacklisting under previous regime

    Twitter investigation discovers mass censorship & blacklisting under previous regime

    Elon Musk’s decision to fire most of his staff when he bought Twitter caused much furore on and off the platform but a recent investigation into the staff’s censorship behaviour would make China blush and suggests he was right. The US business magnate, who bought the social media platform on October 27, last week handed over the Twitter files to…

  • Hot NewsEight celebrities to join Japanese tycoon in space venture around the moon

    Eight celebrities to join Japanese tycoon in space venture around the moon

    Eight celebrities have been chosen to join eccentric Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa next year on an ambitious plan to fly around the moon. Maezawa announced on Twitter today that he will be accompanied by an unorthodox crew of DJ and producer Steve Aoki of the United States, US YouTuber Tim Dodd, Czech artist Yemi AD, Irish photographer Rhiannon Adam, British…

  • Hot NewsElon Musk sees net worth plummet by US0 billion after Tesla shares hit record low

    Elon Musk sees net worth plummet by US$100 billion after Tesla shares hit record low

    Elon Musk has reportedly seen his fortune cut by over US$100 billion this year, but he is still the richest person in the world. According to Fortune, the CEO of Tesla has a net worth of between US$170 billion to $182 billion, edging him slightly ahead of Bernard Arnault, the founder of luxury goods giant LVMH. Arnault reportedly has a…

  • World NewsDonald Trump reinstated on Twitter after Musk tweet poll

    Donald Trump reinstated on Twitter after Musk tweet poll

    He’s baaaaaaack… After a poll tweet that garnered over 15 million votes, coup-inspiring former President Donald Trump has been reinstated on Twitter. The poll saw 52% of respondents voting in favour of allowing Trump back on Twitter after being banned for misinformation and inciting violence. But does Trump even want to be back? Elon Musk posted the poll, so many doubt…

  • Hot NewsIs your sacking really necessary? Elon Musk’s ship of twits sails on

    Is your sacking really necessary? Elon Musk’s ship of twits sails on

    Head twit Elon Musk told employees your sacking is necessary. What he told Yoel Roth and Robin Wheeler, two ex-members of his new “leadership” team, no one knows. But the word is, they have jumped ship anyway, necessarily. When Musk bought Twitter last month, one of the first things he did was fire most of the board and appoint some…

  • Technology NewsTwitter employees lay off begins after Musk takeover

    Twitter employees lay off begins after Musk takeover

    Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover has been swift and rattling after months of trying to back out of the deal. It is rumoured that Musk plans to lay off 75% of Twitter’s 7,500 employees. And the axe started swinging on Friday. Stay-home orders were given to thousands of employees at Twitter which may signal they’re being laid off. Some new sources…

  • Technology NewsMusk fires Twitter board, launches subscription service, resurrects Vine

    Musk fires Twitter board, launches subscription service, resurrects Vine

    Elon Musk isn’t doing much to quell the fears of Twitter users, advertisers, and investors about his takeover causing chaos. In fact, now that he has officially become the legal owner of the popular social media site, he has launched a barrage of new actions that have left advertisers and executives reeling. It is rumoured that Musk plans to lay…

  • World NewsMusk’s Twitter: hate speech spikes, execs sacked, Trump happy

    Musk’s Twitter: hate speech spikes, execs sacked, Trump happy

    The takeover of Twitter by Elon Musk began with an awkward stab at a humorous tweet, the sacking of some top executives, and a LOT of hate speech. The site saw an immediate sharp rise in hate speech and disinformation posts by users who believe Musk’s anti-censorship stance will usher in a Twitter free-for-all. Public feelings are mixed about the…

  • World News‘Give China some control of Taiwan,’ says Elon Musk

    ‘Give China some control of Taiwan,’ says Elon Musk

    United States business magnate Elon Musk embroiled himself in the politically sensitive One China-Taiwan debate over the weekend. Unsurprisingly, the Tesla CEO’s controversial comments in the Financial Times caused a backlash and, even more surprisingly, drew praise. The world’s richest man endeared himself to China, but not Taiwan, suggesting the mainland should have some control over the island to resolve…

  • Thailand NewsElon Musk angers Ukraine president with Russia tweets

    Elon Musk angers Ukraine president with Russia tweets

    Controversial tweeter and the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, stirred a new dispute, this time with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Musk angered Zelensky, along with many top Ukrainian officials and the people of Ukraine, by proposing his solution for the Russian invasion. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX posted on Twitter that Ukraine should take part in new referendums overseen…

  • World NewsElon Musk buys Twitter, vows to ‘unlock’ platform’s ‘tremendous potential’

    Elon Musk buys Twitter, vows to ‘unlock’ platform’s ‘tremendous potential’

    The world’s richest man has bought the world’s more divisive social media platform. Elon Musk succeeded in buying Twitter Inc, after the board approved his offer of US$44 billion cash on Monday. The purchase gives Musk total control of the social media platform, which has nearly 400 million users, including influential world leaders. Prior to the takeover, Musk had purchased…

  • Thailand video newsThailand airport pandemonium goes viral | Good Morning Thailand

    Thailand airport pandemonium goes viral | Good Morning Thailand

    A top Thai YouTuber shared the confusion he witnessed at Suvarnabhumi Airport as foreign tourists arriving under the Test & Go scheme stood around looking lost. The Songkran holidays, or the Thai New Year, is a time notorious for road accidents all over Thailand. Arrivals in Thailand, Free parking in airports and more coming up on todays Good Morning Thailand…