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TechThe internet is convinced Elon Musk’s xAI trolled OpenAI’s ‘Dots’ launch

Before OpenAI launched its new AI agent, Dots, on Tuesday, Elon Musk’s xAI had acquired the domain name “dot.com.” The domain now redirects visitors to the Grok chatbot download page, prompting the internet to view the move as a jab at OpenAI’s launch.

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TTechCrunchOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-29 22:20

The internet is convinced Elon Musk’s xAI trolled OpenAI’s ‘Dots’ launch
The internet is convinced Elon Musk’s xAI trolled OpenAI’s ‘Dots’ launch

TechElon Musk’s AI-powered Grokipedia is updating again

After a months-long pause, SpaceXAI’s AI-powered online encyclopedia Grokipedia appears to be updating articles again. Its live updates page shows recent fact-checks and accepted edit suggestions on some pages, although others have not been scanned for months.

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TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-29 21:49

Elon Musk’s AI-powered Grokipedia is updating again
Elon Musk’s AI-powered Grokipedia is updating again

PoliticsTrump hosts Musk and Huang, rejects cooperation with China on ‘superintelligence’

Trump hosted Elon Musk, Jensen Huang and other technology leaders, signaling that the United States will not cooperate with China in the field of “superintelligence.” The program also covers delayed F-16V deliveries to Taiwan, a new US passport, a congressional bill targeting Chinese optical transceivers and Rubio’s claim that explosives found at UK US military bases involved a “foreign actor.”

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VVOA ChineseOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-29 20:26

Trump hosts Musk and Huang, rejects cooperation with China on ‘superintelligence’
Trump hosts Musk and Huang, rejects cooperation with China on ‘superintelligence’

PoliticsTrump rejects government AI guardrails at lunch with Amodei, Brockman, Musk and other tech chiefs

Donald Trump rejected government guardrails for artificial intelligence during a lunch with Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, Elon Musk and other technology leaders. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp, JD Vance and Marco Rubio also attended.

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-29 19:00

Trump rejects government AI guardrails at lunch with Amodei, Brockman, Musk and other tech chiefs
Trump rejects government AI guardrails at lunch with Amodei, Brockman, Musk and other tech chiefs

TechLIVE: Elon Musk and Jensen Huang discuss AI at America.gov unveiling

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang are speaking on an AI panel at the unveiling of America.gov, a new platform designed to use artificial intelligence to help citizens navigate federal government websites.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-29 17:55

LIVE: Elon Musk and Jensen Huang discuss AI at America.gov unveiling
LIVE: Elon Musk and Jensen Huang discuss AI at America.gov unveiling

CultureTikTok, X reportedly bar ads for documentary about Elon Musk

Ads for a documentary about controversial billionaire Elon Musk have reportedly been blocked on TikTok and X. After brief delays, the ads are now running on YouTube and Meta’s social media platforms.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-28 19:48

TikTok, X reportedly bar ads for documentary about Elon Musk

ScienceSpaceX Starship: Has Elon Musk’s biggest gamble paid off?

Elon Musk’s Starship megarocket reached orbit for the first time after launching from Texas, while also deploying next-generation Starlink satellites. The 124-meter vehicle is designed for full reusability and lower launch costs, with SpaceX eyeing future missions to the Moon and Mars.

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DDW NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-28 19:34

SpaceX Starship: Has Elon Musk’s biggest gamble paid off?
SpaceX Starship: Has Elon Musk’s biggest gamble paid off?

PoliticsElon Musk PAC Ramps Up Midterm Spending to Help Republicans

Federal Election Commission filings show Elon Musk’s super PAC is increasing spending in key midterm races after a slow start. Democrats are urging their supporters to mobilize to counter the billionaire’s financial advantage.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-26 09:00

Elon Musk PAC Ramps Up Midterm Spending to Help Republicans
Elon Musk PAC Ramps Up Midterm Spending to Help Republicans

PoliticsEU vows to defend €120 million fine against X after US backs Musk challenge

The European Union says it will defend a €120 million fine imposed on X after the US Justice Department backed Elon Musk’s effort to have the case annulled. The bloc penalised the platform in 2025 for violating online transparency rules through its paid blue verification checkmark.

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FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-09-25 15:01

EU vows to defend €120 million fine against X after US backs Musk challenge
EU vows to defend €120 million fine against X after US backs Musk challenge

TechTrump administration backs Musk in fight over EU tech rules

The Trump administration is seeking to intervene in Elon Musk and X’s legal challenge to a €120 million EU fine. The Justice Department argues that the European Commission improperly extended its regulatory authority to American companies that do not operate within its jurisdiction.

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AArs TechnicaOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-25 13:45

Trump administration backs Musk in fight over EU tech rules
Trump administration backs Musk in fight over EU tech rules

WorldFinnish president asks Musk to expand Starlink coverage for Ukraine

Finnish President Alexander Stubb has urged Elon Musk to expand Starlink coverage so Ukraine could use it to strike ballistic-missile launchers in occupied Ukrainian territory or Russia. Stubb said Ukraine is struggling more to repel Russian attacks as winter nears because it lacks air-defense systems, and needs air defenses, energy infrastructure, and money.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-25 11:19

Finnish president asks Musk to expand Starlink coverage for Ukraine
Finnish president asks Musk to expand Starlink coverage for Ukraine

TechUS backs Elon Musk’s bid to overturn €120m EU fine against X

The US government has applied to join Elon Musk and X’s legal challenge against a €120m EU fine. Brussels says X deceived users by selling blue verification badges without meaningfully checking account identities, while the US Department of Justice argues the European Commission improperly extended its reach over American companies.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-25 09:48

US backs Elon Musk’s bid to overturn €120m EU fine against X
US backs Elon Musk’s bid to overturn €120m EU fine against X

PoliticsStubb asks Musk to let Ukraine use Starlink for deep strikes inside Russia

Finnish President Alexander Stubb appealed to Elon Musk to expand Starlink coverage so Ukraine could use the service in Russian areas where ballistic missile launchers are located and launch strikes deep inside Russia. Stubb also said Ukraine urgently needs air defenses, winter power-generation facilities and financial aid. Zelensky has repeatedly sought permission, while Trump has given no clear answer.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-25 08:40

Stubb asks Musk to let Ukraine use Starlink for deep strikes inside Russia

TechCarney wants Canada to move away from Musk’s Starlink. Can it?

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada plans to diversify away from Elon Musk’s Starlink to reduce its reliance on U.S. technology. But Canada’s alternative, Telesat Lightspeed, is still years from full service, raising questions about how difficult the shift will be.

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CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-25 00:01

Carney wants Canada to move away from Musk’s Starlink. Can it?
Carney wants Canada to move away from Musk’s Starlink. Can it?

PoliticsUS government seeks to join Musk challenge against EU fine on X

The US government said on Thursday it had formally asked to join Elon Musk’s legal challenge seeking to overturn the European Union’s 120 million euro ($136.51 million) fine against his social media platform X.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-24 20:30

US government seeks to join Musk challenge against EU fine on X
US government seeks to join Musk challenge against EU fine on X

CultureTrailer released for Musk documentary Elon has called a “hit piece”

Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney’s Musk has released an official trailer through domestic distributor Bleecker Street Media. The film has drawn Elon Musk’s ire and threats of a defamation lawsuit, but remains on track for a US theatrical release.

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AArs TechnicaOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 18:52

Trailer released for Musk documentary Elon has called a “hit piece”
Trailer released for Musk documentary Elon has called a “hit piece”
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