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X to train AI models with users’ posts

X plans a change to its privacy policy that will allow information posted by users to be used to train its AI models. Musk says X will train AI models only with publicly available information. It will not use “DMs or anything private.” The updated policy states that the company: may use the information we […]

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Musk to remove headlines from news articles shared on X

Musk will remove headlines that are automatically generated as part of the preview image and text that appeasr when news organisations share articles to X. Anyone sharing a link on X—from individual users to publishers—would need to manually add their own text alongside the links they share on the service; otherwise the post will display […]

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Musk says he will ‘delete’ X’s block feature

In response to a post asking if ‘there is ever a reason to block vs. mute someone,’ Musk says that he will delete the block feature from the app, except for DMs. Block is going to be deleted as a “feature”, except for DMs. It makes no sense. Later, a community note is added to […]

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Tesla cuts China Model Y prices

Tesla lowers prices on its Model Y long-range and performance versions in China. The move comes after sales of China-made Tesla vehicles fell 31%, and it is followed by a 2.7% drop in Tesla shares. Tesla reduced the starting prices of both models by 14,000 yuan ($1,935). The Model Y Long Range’s starting price is down […]

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Tesla China sells Cybertruck-inspired cat litter box

Tesla China lists (product link) a self-assembly “Cybertruck Multifunctional Corrugated Cat Litter” that includes a scratching board for cats. The cardboard box, branded ‘Tesla Life’,  is made of thickened and moisture-proof corrugated paper, costs ¥89 RMB ($12 US), and is described as: a futuristic shape, a semi-open cat litter, and thick corrugated paper embedded inside […]

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X takes @music handle from user

X takes “@music” handle from a user who ran the account for 16 years and will be using it for its own business purposes. The company sent him an email stating that they will change the name to @musicfan. 16 years ago, I created @music and have been running it ever since. Just now, Twitter […]

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X lets subscribers hide blue ticks

X adds a feature that allows paid subscribers to hide their verification badge from other users. As a subscriber, you can choose to hide your checkmark on your account. The checkmark will be hidden on your profile and posts. The checkmark may still appear in some places and some features could still reveal you have an […]

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Musk: Tesla may cut prices in ‘turbulent times’

On an analysts’ call, Musk says that he will cut prices again on Tesla’s vehicles due to “turbulent times”: One day it seems like the world economy is falling apart, next day it’s fine. I don’t know what the hell is going on. We’re in, I would call it, turbulent times. Tesla shares fall nearly […]

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Tesla builds first Cybertruck

Tesla builds its first Cybertruck for customers at its Giga Texas manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, four years after the vehicle was announced in November 2019. In a tweet, more than 100 Telsa staff in hard hats and high-vis vests surround the vehicle after it comes of the production line. First Cybertruck built at Giga […]

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Tesla to launch UK electricity supplier

A job ad posted for UK head of operations for Tesla Electric, says Tesla is seeking to apply to Ofgem, the UK’s electricity regulator, for an electricity supply licence, which would allow the company to launch a “retail electricity product in the UK”. The ad says Tesla is seeking to “support the transition of the […]

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Glass house investigation: outcome unknown

The outcome of the probe by Tesla’s board into whether Musk misused the company’s clout to secure special glass for a personal building project (“Project 42”) remains unknown, according to “insiders” at the company. The investigation was launched after a top Musk advisor at Tesla ordered millions of dollars worth of specialized glass for the […]

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Tesla delivers record number of cars after price cuts

Tesla says it delivered a record number of vehicles for the three months from April to June, delivering 466,140 vehicles, 80% higher than last year. The company says it lowered prices in markets including the US, UK and China to compete with rival manufacturers. The company is due to report its financial results for the […]

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Twitter users complain after Musk limits numbers of posts they can read

Musk says that, due to AI companies scraping Twitter for data, rate limits will be placed on users that will only allow them to view a restricted number of tweets. Initially, Musk sets the limits to 6000 posts/day for verified accounts, 600 posts for unverified acounts and 300 posts/day for new unverified accounts. Six hours […]

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Musk suspends ExplainThisBob

Musk suspends a meme Twitter account linked to the cryptocurrency Bob Token, saying it could be a “scam crypto account.” Some Twitter users who hold Bob Token (BOB) and those utilizing the @explainthisbob reply bot voice their opposition to the suspension, and some in the crypto community who disagree with Musk’s decision created a hashtag […]

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Report: Autopilot involved in 17 fatalities, 736 crashes

According to NHTSA reports, Tesla’s Autopilot self-driving software was involved in 17 fatalities and 736 crashes. NHTSA began collecting the data after a federal order in 2021 required automakers to disclose crashes involving driver-assistance technology. NHTSA says a report of a crash involving driver-assistance does not itself imply that the technology was the cause. It […]

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NHTSA investigates faulty Model Y steering wheels, recalls 137 vehicles

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigates Tesla, after two 2023 Model Y owners filed complaints saying that their steering wheels came off while they were driving. Both cars had low mileage, and the NHTSA says they were delivered to the owners without the retaining bolt that attaches the steering wheel to the steering […]

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Pentagon buys Starlink terminals for Ukraine

The Pentagon signs a contract to buy Starlink terminals and services to aid the Ukrainian military in its war against Russia. Starlink has previously donated terminals to the Ukrainian war effort. Shortly after the country was invaded, Starlink donated 3,667 terminals to Ukraine and the country had approximately 22,000 of them as of December, with […]

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Musk: Next Starship launch in two months

Musk says the next Starship launch will take place in two months, after tested upgrades are made to the launchpad that was destroyed during the first launch. Major launchpad upgrades should be complete in about a month, then another month of rocket testing on pad, then flight 2 of Starship Major launchpad upgrades should be […]

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Neuralink human trials approved

Neuralink announces that it has received FDA approval for human trials. Musk congratulates the team in a tweet. We are excited to share that we have received the FDA’s approval to launch our first-in-human clinical study! This is the result of incredible work by the Neuralink team in close collaboration with the FDA and represents […]

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Starlink dishes discounted $100 at Best Buy, Home Depot

SpaceX offers a $100 discount to US customers for its Starlink satellite internet service if they purchase its standard dish through Best Buy or Home Depot. Both retailers dropped the price from $599 to $499 (although consumers must also pay $90 or $120 per month to receive internet with the Starlink residential plan, depending on […]