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XChat, the standalone app for messaging on X, is available on iOS now
XChat, a new standalone messaging application for the social platform X, has been released on iOS. The app includes features such as message editing, screenshot blocking, disappearing messages, and end-to-end encryption. XChat will also support larger group chats, potentially replacing the soon-to-be-retired X Communities feature.
What you need to know as Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman begins
Jury selection is set to begin in the lawsuit filed by Elon Musk against Sam Altman and OpenAI, alleging fraud in the company's reorganization into a for-profit entity. The trial could significantly impact the artificial intelligence industry, with Musk seeking to revert OpenAI to its original nonprofit structure and demanding significant financial damages. Legal experts suggest undoing the reorganization is unlikely, but the jury's decision on fraud allegations could lead to substantial monetary penalties or leadership changes.
'This is a fundamentally different company today': Intel reports strong financial results, says its upcoming 14A process is already outpacing early 18A yields
Intel reported strong first-quarter 2026 financial results, with revenue reaching $13.6 billion, driven significantly by AI-related businesses which now constitute 60% of its revenue. CEO Lip-Bu Tan highlighted the company's transformation and the promising progress of its 14A chip process, which is already outperforming early 18A yields. A notable partnership with Tesla for AI chip production using Intel's 14A process was also announced.
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Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger expressed his view that Elon Musk would be an ideal partner for exploring unconventional methods to enhance chip manufacturing processes. The article also touches upon advancements in carbon nanotube wiring for potential use in semiconductors.
Elon Musk's aerospace and AI company reportedly plans to make its own GPUs, though I doubt you'll one day be enjoying a SpaceX graphics card in your rig
Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly planning to manufacture its own Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), according to a review of its S-1 filing. While the article speculates these chips will be primarily for AI workloads rather than gaming, the move signifies a substantial capital expenditure in hardware development. This endeavor is part of a larger effort involving Tesla and Intel's Terafab project for advanced chip manufacturing.
Tesla to use Intel 14A for AI chips as Musk says it will be 'ready for prime time' when the multi-billion…
Tesla will utilize Intel's upcoming 14A process node for its AI chips, as announced by Elon Musk during a Tesla earnings call. This partnership is part of Musk's ambitious Terafab project aimed at producing custom chips for Tesla, xAI, and SpaceX to power vehicles, robots, and data centers. Intel's 14A node is expected to be mature by the time Terafab scales up.
Musk pledges to fix 2019-2023 Teslas that can't fully self drive
Elon Musk announced that Tesla will upgrade Hardware 3 computers in vehicles manufactured between 2019 and early 2023 to enable Full Self-Driving capabilities, as the current hardware lacks sufficient memory bandwidth. The company plans to establish microfactories for efficient upgrades and will release FSD version 14 for Hardware 3 by the end of June. Additionally, Tesla's Fremont factory will begin producing Optimus robots in late July or August.
Elon Musk lied again about the April 2026 Tesla Roadster 2 design update
Elon Musk has announced that the planned April update for the Tesla Roadster 2 design will not occur as previously stated. This marks another delay for the highly anticipated electric sports car.
Elon Musk confirms that Tesla (TSLA) will never ship unsupervised FSD for Hardware 3 EVs
Elon Musk confirmed during Tesla's earnings call that the company will not ship unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) software for its Hardware 3 electric vehicles. This statement clarifies Tesla's current stance on the autonomous driving technology.
Here’s to the stable ones: In praise of Tim Cook
This article praises Tim Cook's stable leadership at Apple, contrasting it with the media's tendency to favor more dramatic figures. It highlights Cook's execution success, his ability to lead the company through transitions, and his role in significant achievements like Apple Silicon, arguing that his legacy is one of getting things done rather than seeking the spotlight.
'If AI were to take anyone's job, wouldn't it take Elon Musk's job? The richest guy on Earth?' — Take-Two CEO says AI won't get rid of jobs, but allow artists to do 'higher quality work' instead
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick believes artificial intelligence will enhance, not replace, creative jobs in game development, allowing artists to focus on higher-quality work. He humorously suggested that if AI were to take any job, it would be Elon Musk's, given Musk's deep involvement and resources in AI. Zelnick also dismissed the notion that AI could independently create a hit game like Grand Theft Auto 6, emphasizing that tools assist but do not guarantee success.
Take-Two Boss Strauss Zelnick Suggests AI Could Take Elon Musk's Job
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick commented on Elon Musk's suggestion that artificial intelligence could generate Grand Theft Auto 6. Zelnick humorously implied that AI might even pose a threat to Musk's own job.
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Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick suggests Elon Musk faces a greater risk of job displacement by AI than artists do. The article also touches on advancements in creative intelligence tools from Adobe and NVIDIA.
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Elon Musk has reportedly snubbed an interview summons from French prosecutors investigating the social media platform X. The probe is related to content moderation and other issues concerning the platform.
Elon Musk is more at risk of losing his job to AI than artists are according to Take-Two's CEO: 'If AI were…
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes Artificial Intelligence poses a greater risk to high-profile figures like Elon Musk than to artists in the game development industry. He suggests AI can handle mundane tasks, freeing up human creators for more innovative and complex work, and argues that technological advancements historically lead to increased productivity and employment.
Take-Two CEO says if AI replaces anyone, it should be Elon Musk after his claim GTA 6 could come from gen-AI before Rockstar: "The richest guy on Earth, wouldn't that be job number one for AI to take?"
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick responded to Elon Musk's claims about generative AI creating Grand Theft Auto 6 before Rockstar Games. Zelnick suggested that if AI were to replace anyone's job, it should be Musk's, questioning why the billionaire is still busy if AI is so capable. He also stated that AI can assist in game development but is not revolutionizing or replacing the intense work required for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA 6 Company Boss Says AI Can Be Used For Evil, But "Woe Is Me" Risk Is Overblown
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes the 'woe is me' narrative surrounding AI's impact on employment is overblown, while acknowledging its potential for misuse. He suggests AI will primarily serve as a tool to enhance productivity and creativity in game development, allowing employees to focus on more engaging tasks rather than leading to mass layoffs. Zelnick cited Elon Musk's continued busy schedule despite extensive AI use as evidence that AI does not eliminate human jobs.
DOJ refuses to help French authorities in criminal probe of X
The US Department of Justice has refused to assist French authorities in a criminal probe against X, citing concerns that the investigation is an attempt to regulate the social media platform through prosecution. France's investigation into X, which began in July, includes accusations of algorithm manipulation, fraudulent data extraction, and potentially CSAM dissemination and Holocaust denial. X and xAI expressed gratitude for the DOJ's decision, calling the investigation baseless.
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The BBC is planning 2,000 layoffs as part of a major cost-cutting initiative. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's platform X has reportedly removed a significant number of accounts, impacting user content and feeds.
NAACP sues xAI over data center pollution
The NAACP has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk's AI startup xAI and its subsidiary MZX Tech, alleging the operation of unpermitted methane gas turbines to power their Colossus 2 data center in South Memphis. The lawsuit seeks to have the company cease using the turbines, pay financial penalties, and declare violations of the Clean Air Act due to alleged pollution.