Hey everybody, welcome back to the Elon Musk Podcast.
This is a show where we discuss the critical Crossroads, The
Shape, SpaceX, Tesla X, The Boring Company, and Neuralink,
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show notes. Recent discussions have been
stirred by a hoax e-mail falsely attributed to Google claiming
the imminent shutdown of its Gmail service on August 1st, so
this claim has been debunked and adding to the intrigue, Elon
Musk announced his intention to launch a new e-mail service
named Xmail. Now, we don't know if Elon was
part of this Gmail conspiracy, but let's take a look at more
about Xmail Now, The origin of this confusion was a misleading
e-mail, skillfully crafted to appear as if it were from Google
itself, asserting that Gmail would cease operations this
summer. Now, this claim circulated on X.
Previously, Twitter was widely believed by many despite its
lack of authenticity. Now Elon Musk, the proprietor of
X slash Twitter and recognizes the wealthiest individual
globally, further captivated public attention by responding
to an inquiry on the platform regarding the development of
Xmail. He replied, It's coming, that's
it sparked widespread speculation and discussion, and
Musk's response, though very brief, was loaded with
implications, leaving the public and tech enthusiasts pondering
the potential of Xmail. Now, efforts to obtain more
details from X have been made, aiming to claim Musk's plans for
the new e-mail service and the anticipation surrounding Xmail
is not without his concerns, particularly regarding security.
Now, given the recent Gmail hoax, users are advised to
exercise caution with any communications related to Gmail
or Xmail, as these could potentially be exploited by
cybercriminals for phishing scams.
Now the challenge Elon Musk faces in launching Xmail is not
insignificant, notably due to the existing use of the Xmail
name by other e-mail services. Acres Research Online reveals
multiple services already operating under the Xmail brand,
which could complicate Musk's endeavor completely.
And despite these hurdles, Musk's track record and
financial resources suggest he may navigate these challenges
effectively. However, the prospect of Xmail
competing successfully with Gmail, which has about 2 billion
accounts, remains highly speculative.
Now the transformation of Twitter into X brought about
significant changes, particularly in how user
verification is handled, and the once coveted blue check mark
indicative of a verified account has become a focal point of
controversy and security concerns.
Now the verification process on X has evolved from an exclusive
feature for notable personalities to a subscription
based model available to anyone willing to pay a monthly fee.
Now this shift has democratized access to verification, but also
introduced new complexities and potential vulnerabilities from
bad actors. Now the altered verification
system on X has opened the door to various scams.
Exploiting the confusion and the value placed on the blue check
mark. Users are now more vulnerable to
deceptive practices by individuals and entities
misusing the verification status for nefarious purposes.
Now among this prevalent scam is the blue tick scam, where
individuals secure verification to lend credibility to their
deceptive activities. These scammers often target
dissatisfied customers by saying their grievances, ozacs offering
false promises of refunds or compensation.
Now impersonation scams have also seen a rise with fake
accounts mimicking public figures like Elon Musk to
perpetuate fraud, especially in the realm of cryptocurrency,
Dogecoin, Bitcoin, etcetera. And these scams leverage the
perceived legitimacy of verified accounts to lure unsuspecting
victims into financial losses. Now, another concerning trend is
the emergence of bots and scam accounts posing as attractive
individuals, often verified to engage users in deceptive
practices. These scams exploit the
platform's verification status in the allure of personal
connections to facilitate fraudulent scams.
Or the introduction of Xmail by Musk could potentially reshape
the e-mail service landscape, challenging established players
like Gmail. However, there's a lot of
obstacles, from the existing use of the Xmail name to the
formidable task of attracting users from Gmail's extensive
user base. Getting people to use a ME Mail
service that they've been using for over a decade is going to be
quite hard, and the security implications of Musk's
announcement, especially in the context of recent e-mail related
hoaxes, shows the importance of vigilance among the users on the
platform. The potential for confusion and
exploitation by cybercriminals necessitates a cautious approach
to new services and online communications.
Now, Musk's venture into the e-mail service domain with Xmail
signifies a bold move, potentially diversifying the
offerings of X and positioning it as a more comprehensive
platform. However, the success of this
initiative remains uncertain given the challenges and
competitive landscape. And the evolution of X's
verification system has a it's a broader trend in social media
and online platforms where user identity and authenticity are
increasingly commodified by money.
This shift raises important questions about the implications
for security, trust, and user engagement in digital spaces.
Now, Elon's announcement of Xmail is a notable development
in the tech world, albeit one surrounded by speculation,
security concerns, and the challenges of entering a market
dominated by establishment services like Gmail.
The unfolding of this initiative will be closely watched.
Now we'll have all of the information about Xmail as it
becomes available, so please stay tuned.
Elon Musk has initiated legal proceedings against Open AI and
its CEO Sam Altman for allegedly deviating from the startup's
foundational goal of contributing to humanity and
instead prioritizing profitability.
Now Musk, who is an initial finance CIA of Open AI, accuses
the firm and its leadership of compromising its mission due to
its close ties with Microsoft. He emphasizes that the shift
undermines the commitment to open source technology and its
intended widespread benefit. Now the legal action, which is
lodged in San Francisco, targets changes within Open AI's
leadership structure that occurred last year.
Now, Musk contends these allegations, particularly the
brief removal and subsequent reinstatement involvement with
Microsoft's backing, veered the company away from its
humanitarian objectives. The formation, according to
Musk, involved replacing the board with individuals less
focused on AI ethics and more aligned with profit driven
goals. Now, Musk's legal challenge
underscores a significant tension in the AI sector, where
Open AI, once envisioned as a nonprofit entity, is now
allegedly aligning more closely with corporate interests,
particularly Microsoft's. And this transformation, Musk
argues, betrays the organizational's original
charter to advance artificial general intelligence, or AGI,
for the collective good, not for concentrated corporate gain.
Now the lawsuit elaborates on the formation of open AI, with
Musk detailing the original intent behind the startup's
establishment. He recalls the agreement with
Altman and Brockman to create a nonprofit entity dedicated to
AGI development aimed at benefiting humanity and
countering profit driven ventures like those pursued by
Google. Now Musk's accusations including
breach of the foundational agreement, particularly
highlighted by the release of GBT 4, which he claims has
essentially become a Microsoft product.
This move, according to Musk, is a stark departure from the
initial commitment to open source and nonprofit principles,
prompting his legal action to ensure Open AI's technologies
remain accessible to the public. The lawsuit seeks a judicial
determination to enforce open AI's adherence to its original
mission and restrict its technology, including GPT 4,
from being exploited from Microsoft or any individual's
financial benefit. Now, Musk's pursuit of this
legal Ave. reflects his broader concerns about AI's ethical
development and governance. Now Also Musk's involvement in
the AI domain extends beyond open AI, with the establishment
of his own AI venture X AI last July.
This move signifies must continued interest and
investment in AI, aiming to develop alternatives that adhere
more closely to his vision of ethical and beneficial AI.
Now the legal dispute brings to light Musk's historical position
to open AIS direction, particularly in the context of
his partnership with Microsoft. And this relationship has drawn
scrutiny, especially given the significant funding that
Microsoft has provided, potentially influencing Open AI
strategic decisions and its priorities.
And the broader implications of the lawsuit extend to the AI
industry and regulatory landscapes, with Open AIS
collaboration with Microsoft attracting antitrust attention
in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
Now, this scrutiny arises from the concerns over market
competition and the concentration of power within
the AI sector, And the legal arguments presented by Musk,
particularly regarding the alleged breach of contract, may
face challenges in court. Experts suggest that the
evidence, including e-mail communication, cited in the
lawsuit may not conclusively establish a binding agreement.
As Musk contends, Musk's venture into AI and X AI represents a
direct challenge to establish tech giants and reflects his
ambition to influence the AI field.
Now X AI distinct from Musk's other enterprises, he aims to
develop AI technologies that prioritize truth seeking and
ethical considerations. But most broader engagements
with AI, including through Tesla, indicate his deep
interest and concern about the technology's development and its
societal impacts. His call for a pause in
advancing AI systems beyond GBT 4's capability shows that he's
cautious regarding a is potential risks.
You have to ask yourself though, is this because Open AI is a
direct competitor with Elon and Elon is jealous?
Let's think about that for a second Now, with this legal
battle between Musk and Open AI, particularly in the context of
their evolving relationship with Microsoft, underscores this
critical debate that's happening right now within the AI
community about the balance between innovation, the profit
and ethical responsibilities. And the outcome of this lawsuit
could have lasting effects on how AI technologies are
developed, governed and shared and bought and sold.
Now Musk's actions, both in and out of the courtroom, are
multifaceted for AI from founding X AI to challenging
open AIS current trajectory. Musk positions himself as both
the contributor and a critic of the current AI landscape.
And the lawsuits focus on the foundational principles of Open
AI. And its alleged departure from
these ideals raises important questions about the stewardship
of AI technologies and the role of corporate partnerships in
shaping the direction of AI research and development.
And as these legal proceedings unfold, the AI community and the
broader public will take notice. Because Open AI, Microsoft, and
the AI industry could be changed forever.
In this case, highlights the tensions between innovation,
commercial interests, and ethics for AI.
Musk and his challenge to Open AI is a pivotal moment in the
discourse around AI ethics, governments, and the
responsibility of AI leaders and organizations to adhere to their
mission statements. The lawsuit serves as a catalyst
for broader discussions about the future of AI and its
alignment with human values. Now, this lawsuit against Open
AI and Sam Altman is a critical debate about the priorities and
the governance of AI development.
Musk contends that Open AI has strayed from its founding
mission, emphasizing the important of Illini AI
advancements with the broader good of people rather than
corporate profits. The battle reflects broader
concerns about the direction of AI and its potential impact on
the future of society. Nevada's Occupational Safety
Hazard Administration has revealed hazardous conditions at
a Las Vegas worksite operated by Elon Musk's Boring Company.
This disclosure comes amiss broader concerns over the safety
and efficacy of the company's ambitious projects, and the
investigation has brought to light a series of grave
incidents and unsafe working environments, casting a shadow
over the venture's future. Now, the Boring Company, which
initiated by Musk was in 2016, aim to revolutionize
transportation through the development of underground
hyperloops, and these high speed transit systems were designed to
connect cities swiftly. However, the venture has been
marred by operational setbacks and safety incidents, failing to
fully realize its grand objectives.
Now, Bloomberg had a recent investigation based on documents
from the Havana Occupational Safety and Health
Administration, and they've uncovered alarming details about
the work conditions at a specific tunnel site in Las
Vegas. The site was intended to link
the Las Vegas Convention Center with nearby hotels, and the
report highlights numerous instances of worker injuries due
to unsafe conditions. Now among the most concerning
findings for incidents involving direct skin contact with toxic
chemicals used as accelerates in concrete setting.
These substances, essential for the construction process, have
caused severe injuries to workers, leading to permanent
scarring. Now the investigation detailed
how these chemicals, when mixed with groundwater and debris,
formed a hazardous sludge. Now, workers, often wading
through this toxic mixture, suffered from chemical burns,
but some cases of injuries being particularly severe.
The work environment was described as extremely
challenging, with high temperatures and long working
hours during the norm. And the site, referred to by
some as the plantation, was a place where basic rights such as
bathroom breaks were reportedly controlled by supervisors.
The report also recounted 2 critical incidents that could
have led to fatalities. A structural collapse involving
concrete blocks nearly resulted in the death of an intern, while
another worker experienced a dangerous fall from
manufacturing forklift. In response to these violations,
the Nevada branch of OSHA imposed fines on the Boring
Company totaling 112,504 dollars.
These penalties, however, seem minor in comparison to the
substantial venture funding the company has received, amounting
to $908 million. Now, despite the significant
financial investment and the ambitious vision behind the
Boring Company, its advancements in Las Vegas have been limited.
The operational tunnels currently only facilitate
transport across the Convention Center into a single hotel, with
vehicles reaching speeds of about 40 mph Now.
The safety concerns and operational challenges faced by
the Boring Company have contributed to a tarnished image
for Elon Musk. Though once celebrated for his
innovative ventures, Musk's reputation has been affected by
these recent controversies, and Musk's professional challenges
extend beyond the Boring Company.
His leadership at Tesla has been questioned, particularly
regarding his stance on diversity initiatives, any legal
dispute over his compensation package.
A judge's decision to invalidate Musk's $56 billion compensation
deal with Tesla marked a set back for Elon and this legal
ruling, along with disagreements with Tesla's board has LED Musk
to relocate the company's corporate registration from
Delaware to Texas on. A series of incidents and
controversy surrounding Musk's ventures show that there are
challenges faced by high profile innovative projects.
And while the vision behind the Boring Company and other Musk
LED initiatives are ambitious, the execution and safety
practices have fallen short on expectations.
With The Boring Company now, the revelations from the Nevada OSHA
report under score the importance of the safety
measures and worker protections, especially in high risk
industries like construction and technology.
And with the Boring Company struggles in Las Vegas, they
have to be cautious. It's a need a balance between
prioritizing safety alongside innovation and Busk is also
being scrutinized here. His businesses reflect the
broader challenges faced by entrepreneurs who push the
boundaries of technology and infrastructure development.
Achieving visionary goals requires not only financial
investment, but also a commitment to ethical practices
in worker safety. Now, as The Boring Company
continues to navigate these challenges, the lessons learned
in Las Vegas can inform future projects and strategies,
potentially leading to safer and more effective implementation of
innovative transportation solutions with The Boring
Company. And the investigation of The
Boring Company's Las Vegas worksite highlights the critical
need for oversight and regulation in ambitious
construction projects. Ensuring the safety and
well-being of workers must remain a paramount concern as
companies strive to bring futuristic visions to reality.
Recently, Elon Musk announced that the first human recipient
of the Neuro Link brain implant has successfully managed to
control a computer cursor through his thoughts alone.
However, the lack of shared evidence and details from
Neurolink has led to skepticism and concerns about medical
researchers regarding the veracity of these claims and the
safety of the technology. Now, a report published in
Nature highlights that the concept of controlling devices
through brain implants is not novel.
In the absence of detailed information from Neurolink
prevents the scientific community from verifying the
company's assertions and evaluating the risks involved.
I was neurosurgeon Samir Chef with a focus on implanted neuro
technology at the Bayer College of Medicine, expressed concerns
about Neurolink's selective disclosure of information
indicating A broader apprehension within the medical
community about the company's transparency and also their
safety protocols. Elon Musk's previous statements
on social media platforms claiming the well-being of the
human recipient of Neural Link's implant contrast sharply with
the company's history of animal testing, which has been marred
by ethical and welfare issues, raising further alarms about
patient safety. Now, disturbing incidents from
Neural Link's past animal experiments, such as severe
injuries and death in monkeys, have surfaced, highlighting
potential risks and ethical dilemmas associated with the
company's research practices. Now, doubts also linger about
the effectiveness and safety of Neurolink's robotic surgeon used
for implanted devices, as its capabilities have not been
demonstrated on actual patients but only on a dummy in past
footage. A particular case involving a
monkey with a malfunctioning implant necessitating euthanasia
raises additional concerns about the reliability and the safety
of Neurolink's surgical procedures and their equipment.
Now, despite these issues, Neurolink's claims of
breakthroughs in human brain computer interfaces have not
been substantiated, with concrete evidence casting doubt
on the company's scientific contributions to the field.
Now, experts in BCI research, such as Balu Ajiboi from Case
Western Reserve University, point out that the ability for
humans to control curses via brain implants has been achieved
in the past, and that questions the novelty of Neuralink's
achievements. Now, the BCI field has seen
significant advancements outside of Neuralink's work, including
enabling paralyzed individuals to communicate through digital
avatars or control robotic limbs, showcasing the potential
of brain implants in transforming those people's
lives. Despite criticisms, some
researchers acknowledge the value of increased competition
and innovation in the BCI space. But Neuralink contributes to
even if its current achievements may not be so groundbreaking.
And Musk's recent statements during a public discussion
revealed that Neuralink's first human volunteer has reportedly
recovered fully from the implant procedure and can interact with
computers through thought, although these claims lack
independent verification. Now.
Neuralink's N1 device, which is said to facilitate this
interaction, incorporates over 1000 electrodes to monitor and
influence brain activity. This is a complex and delicate
technological endeavor, and Musk's broader ambitions for
Neuralink include developing cybernetic limbs and restoring
sensory functions. But these goals are currently
very far from being realized, partly due to the absence of
tangible evidence supporting the company's claimed successes.
Now, Musk's history of overstating the capabilities of
his company's technologies has seen a various instances with
Tesla and SpaceX raises questions about the credibility
of his announcements regarding Neuralink's progress.
And Neuralink's endeavors, along with Musk's promotional
strategies contribute to his public image as an innovative
leader. Despite the controversies and
legal challenges that have accompanied some of his claims
with Neuralink, SpaceX and also Tesla, the development of BC is
including those by Neuralink offer invaluable insights into
brain functionality and neuroplasticity, expanding our
understanding of how the brain interacts with external devices
and adapts to new forms of communication and control.
And through BCI research, scientists are uncovering more
about the brain structure and function, challenging previous
notions and paving the way for future innovations that could
revolutionize the medical treatments and enhance human
capabilities. The historic Odysseus Lander,
which achieved the soft landing on the moon last Thursday, is
facing a critical countdown. The company behind the space
venture, Intuitive Machines, has indicated communication with the
spacecraft might only be possible until Tuesday morning
due to its compromised position and limited solar power
collecting facilities. Now the lander's predicament
stems from its unintended orientation flying on its side
in a sub portion of position. Amperage edibility.
The Harvest Solar Energy Efficient Intuitive Machines
initially aimed for the Lander to operate on the lunar surface
for at least a week, but its goal is now unattainable.
The diminishing sunlight as the lunar night approaches spells
absolute doom. Proteus.
The prolonged darkness of the lunar night lasting 2 weeks will
deprive the Lander of necessary solar power, leading to its
inevitable demands. Now, the root cause of the short
mission duration lies in the lander's landing dynamics.
Intuitive Machine CEO Steve Altimas revealed that while the
descent speed was within the design tolerances, an unexpected
lateral move then complicated the landing, possibly causing
the land in the tip. It went down pretty slow, 6
miles an hour downwards in, two miles an hour across, so it
didn't have a modest speed, but since there's not a lot of
gravity on the moon, it tipped right over.
Now. Ultimus speculated that the
lunar surface might have Stagg, one of the lander's leg, leading
to potential damage in a subsequent toppling of a
spacecraft. This scenario suggests the
Lander is not fully horizontal, but slightly elevated, allowing
for some solar and collection efforts to reorient the Lander.
Solar panels for better sunlight exposure seem to have been
unsuccessful, with the available solar panels only able to
provide power until Tuesday morning.
Emissions operational window is critically limited, and
assistance from NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter proved
invaluable in pinpointing the lander's exact location.
This collaboration helped ascertain the lander's
challenging landing terrain, with a crater tilted at 12°.
Now, despite the compromise position, Intuitive Machines
remained optimistic about fulfilling most of the lander's
scientific objectives. The company's executives believe
that significant mission data could still be transmitted back
to Earth now. The uncertainty now lies in
whether there is sufficient time to download all the planned data
before the Lander loses power. The latest updates from
Intuitive machines on this matter have been a little bit
sparse, and the prospect of retrieving images from Odysseus
remain uncertain today. No surface images have been
shared, but there's hope that a student developed Cubesat camera
might capture and transmit images before the lander's power
is depleted. Now the mission's success is the
subject of debate. Odysseus represents a
groundbreaking endeavor as the first privately developed
spacecraft to achieve a soft landing.
Now, particularly near the challenging terrain of a lunar
pole, And despite not meeting all of its mission objectives,
the initial successful landing of Odysseus on the Moon is a
huge milestone. This achievement underscores the
capabilities of Intuitive Machines marks an important
moment in private lunar exploration.
Other challenges faced by Odysseus?
They're complex lunar landings are hard, especially in less
explored regions like the lunar poles, and the mission's
difficulties provide valuable lessons for future lunar
exploration missions. Intuitive Machines and NASA have
collaborated here and through the Lunar Reconnaissance
Orbiter. It's an important partnership
they can see the Lander. Such collaborations can enhance
mission success and provide critical support in unforeseen
circumstances on the lunar surface.
And the potential loss of Odysseus due to its power
constraints shows the importance of robust landing strategies in
the need for contingency plans and space missions.
This incident may influence the design and planning of future
lunar Landers now. The outcome of this mission,
whether it deemed a success or partial failure, contributes to
the broader knowledge base of lunar exploration.
Every mission, regardless of its end result, offers insights that
can inform and improve subsequent endeavors.
And the fate of Odysseus serves as a reminder of how harsh and
unforgiving spaces the challenges encountered by the
Lander show the need for resilience and adaptability in
space technologies too. Now this mission with this
historic soft lunar landing is a huge milestone, very important
in space exploration. And despite its one day
operational period, the experiences and data gathered
from this mission will undoubtedly contribute to the
advancement of lunar exploration and the future of space travel.
Apple has officially halted the development of its ambitious
electric car project. Now Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla,
cryptically commented on this with two emojis on the social
media platform X, previously known as Twitter.
Now this secession of work marks the end of a significant venture
for Apple, with Musk's response opening up various
interpretations of his stance on the matter.
Now Musk's post consisted of a salute emoji followed by a
cigarette emoji, sparking widespread speculation about his
intentions. The salute could be interpreted
as a respectful nod to Apple's efforts in the electric vehicle
space or a farewell to the discontinued project.
Well, a cigarette emoji might suggest a moment of relief or a
subtle indication of Musk's prior skepticism regarding the
feasibility of such an ambitious endeavor by Apple.
And the discontinuation of the so-called Project Titan by Apple
implies A strategic shift within the company, with resources
being relocated to other areas, particularly artificial
intelligence. Now the pivot suggests that
Apple is reassessing its priorities and potential growth
areas, moving away from the highly competitive and
technically challenging electric vehicle market.
And many of the engineers and designers who were part of the
autonomous car project are expected to join Apple's
artificial intelligence division under the leadership of
executive John Giandiaria. This transition highlights
Apple's increasing focus on generative AI, a field that is
rapidly gaining importance across the tech industry.
It's been rumoured that some members of the now defunct car
project team may face layoffs, though specific numbers remain
undisclosed. This development could lead to
talent migration within the tech industry, with companies like
Tesla potentially standing to gain from the availability of
experienced engineers and designers from Apple.
And Musk's reaction on X consisting solely of those two
emojis shows that he has a very unique communication style known
for its brevity and open endedness, and his minimalistic
approach leaves much to interpretation.
Fitting mux mux edit this out fitting Musk's reputation for
engaging with significant industry news in a cryptic or
indirect manner. Now, the decision to stop work
on the Apple Car, a project that's been in the works since
about 2014, shows that there are gigantic challenges involved in
creating a valuable electric vehicle.
And despite Apple's vast resources and technological
prowess, project face numerous obstacles, including leadership
changes and launch delays. Musk has long acknowledged the
complexities inherent in electric vehicle production.
He has previously commented on the significant differences
between manufacturing, consumer electronics, and autos, noting
the higher complexity and coordination required for the
latter. In Musk's past remarks have
included pointed observations about Apple's efforts in the
electric vehicle space, even referring to Apple as a quote
Tesla Graveyard or former Tesla employees end up.
This suggests a long standing skepticism on Musk's part
regarding Apple's ability to make significant inroads into
the electric car market. Now, the abandonment of Project
Titan reflects A broader trend within the tech industry, where
companies must continually assess and realign their project
profiles and their portfolios based on feasibility, market
potential, and strategic fit. And Apple's decision to cease
development of its electric car project may have been influenced
by such strategic considerations.
The transition of Project Titan team members to Apple's AI
division could signal a renewed emphasis on artificial
intelligence within the company. This move might be aimed at
bolstering Apple's position and increasingly competitive AI
landscape. Where other tech giants have
already established strong presences.
The cessation of Apple Car project has broader implications
for the EV industry. It highlights the challenges
even well funded and technologically adept companies
face in entering and innovating within the sector.
It it shows that you need expertise and commitment that's
required to succeed for these kind of projects.
Musk's subtle response to Apple's decision, particularly
the use of the cigarette emoji, might also hint at his relief or
vindication. Considering the intense
competition and high stakes involved in the EV market, this
could be interpreted as a moment of respite for Tesla.
With a major potential competitors stepping back from
the fray, the future of the employees affected by the
project's cancellation remains uncertain, with potential
impacts on their careers and the broader tech job market.
The ability of these individuals to find new roles within Apple
or elsewhere will be a key aspect of the industry's talent
dynamics in the coming months. Now this pivot from Apple away
from EVs and towards artificial intelligence could reflect a
reassessment of where the company believes it can make the
most significant impact. This decision may have been
influenced by the current state of the EV market, technological
challenges or even Apple score competencies.
And the cessation of Project Titan marks the end of one of
Apple's most ambitious projects, signifying a major shift in the
company's focus and potentially its future direction.
The decision not only effects Apple and its employees but also
has Ripple a threat edit this out but also has ripple effects
across the tech and auto industries.
Now Musk's reaction to the news, while in keeping with his
typical social media demeanor, invites a wide range edit.
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views on competition, the electric vehicle market, and
Apple's strategic decisions. And Apple's decision to halt its
EV project represents a significant ship in the company
strategy with potential implications for the tech and
auto sectors. And Elon's messages show that
he's a competitive guy. There's dynamics and challenges
inherit to the EV market. And he also highlights the
unpredictable nature of tech industry ventures.
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