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Bill Gates criticises Elon Musk over USAID shutdown plans and political endorsements | Mint

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Livemint · 6m ago

Bill Gates criticises Elon Musk over USAID shutdown plans and political endorsements | Mint

Bill Gates has expressed concerns over Elon Musk's plan to shut down USAID, warning of serious global repercussions. Gates acknowledges Musk's innovations but criticizes his political endorsements and potential impact on government policies. He emphasizes that USAID is crucial for global humanitarian efforts, with partnerships in nutrition and vaccines. Gates urges careful consideration of public policies, stressing that closing the agency without thorough understanding could jeopardize millions of lives.

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’Go look at their records’: Melinda French Gates criticises Elon Musk, other ‘new billionaires’ for lack of philanthropy | Mint

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Livemint · 1y ago

’Go look at their records’: Melinda French Gates criticises Elon Musk, other ‘new billionaires’ for lack of philanthropy | Mint

Melinda French Gates criticized the lack of philanthropy from the new generation of billionaires, specifically mentioning Elon Musk and Peter Thiel. She argued that while they may use their voices, their actual contributions to society are not significant. She compared them to billionaires like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and herself, who have chosen to give back. Gates also dismissed Elon Musk's criticism of her political activism, stating that she cannot support someone who has made derogatory remarks about women. She also questioned tech CEOs giving advice on topics outside their expertise, such as parenting.

Bill Gates on Elon Musk: I admire a lot of what he has done

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Bill Gates on Elon Musk: I admire a lot of what he has done

Bill Gates expressed admiration for Elon Musk's work and surprise at Musk's political endorsements in Europe. Gates noted his long-term acquaintance with Musk, who supports various far-right parties. Gates discussed prioritizing government efficiency and reducing deficits, suggesting areas like pensions, defense, and healthcare for optimization. He emphasized the importance of managing deficits to prevent future financial issues. Gates lauded Musk's capability to manage numerous activities despite their differing views on European politics.

Tesla’s real struggles have only just begun

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

Tesla’s real struggles have only just begun

Tesla is facing significant financial and reputational challenges as President Trump's new budget bill threatens billions in regulatory credit sales. CEO Elon Musk, accused of being late to recognize Tesla's mounting crisis, plans to establish a new political party in response. The bill removes tax credits for EVs, raising concerns over Tesla's future sales, with investors worried about Musk's political entanglements further weakening the company's standing.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump are smack talking each other into their own digital echo chambers | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 2m ago

Elon Musk and Donald Trump are smack talking each other into their own digital echo chambers | TechCrunch

Elon Musk and Donald Trump are engaged in a public spat over social media. Their disagreements have intensified following Musk's criticism of a Trump-endorsed spending bill and Musk's recent step back from political involvement. This conflict has exposed fractures in their political alliance, with both leveraging their platforms—Musk on X and Trump on Truth Social. Musk hinted at supporting political change and challenged Trump on multiple fronts, including government contracts and political influence.

Trump says will 'take a look' at deporting Elon Musk - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Trump says will 'take a look' at deporting Elon Musk - The Economic Times

U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at considering deporting Elon Musk after the billionaire criticized his spending bill. The comments reflected their recent fallout over the bill, especially regarding electric vehicle support. Trump suggested Musk's subsidies could be jeopardized and noted Musk's significant financial contributions to his 2024 campaign. Their dispute intensified as Musk criticized Republican policies and proposed forming a new political party if the bill passed.

Bill Gates thinks of himself as 'very nice' compared to Elon Musk and Steve Jobs

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Bill Gates thinks of himself as 'very nice' compared to Elon Musk and Steve Jobs

During a fireside chat, Bill Gates referred to Elon Musk and Steve Jobs, considering himself "very nice" in comparison to fellow tech leaders. Gates mentioned the different approaches to leadership and the level of intensity required in spearheading innovative companies. Despite a complex relationship with both Jobs and Musk, Gates acknowledged their impact on major technological advancements. Gates also confirmed the legend of memorizing his employees' license plates during the early days of Microsoft to track their work hours. His intense focus on innovation continues to shape his thinking.

US SEC criticises Elon Musk for missing trial to attend SpaceX rocket launch, plans sanctions | Mint

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Livemint · 11m ago

US SEC criticises Elon Musk for missing trial to attend SpaceX rocket launch, plans sanctions | Mint

Elon Musk missed a trial hearing over the 2022 Twitter acquisition to attend a SpaceX rocket launch, according to a filing in the San Francisco Federal Court. Musk's lawyer informed the court that he was at the Cape Canaveral launch site in Florida. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to seek sanctions against Musk for his "gamesmanship" and delays, as he only informed the court three hours before the hearing of his absence. The SEC probe against Musk pertains to his purchases of Twitter stock and statements about his investments.

Bill Gates to Elon Musk — A look at the hobbies of tech billionaires

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Livemint · 1y ago

Bill Gates to Elon Musk — A look at the hobbies of tech billionaires

Tech billionaires like Bill Gates, Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Tim Cook have various hobbies and interests outside of their work. Bill Gates enjoys reading, collecting rare books and cars, playing bridge, and spending time with his family. Elon Musk is an avid gamer, enjoys performing magic tricks, and collects memorabilia. Sundar Pichai supports FC Barcelona, loves cricket, and has a passion for football. Jeff Bezos enjoys aviation, horseback riding, cave exploring, and space visits. Mark Zuckerberg follows mixed martial arts, extreme sports, recreational aviation, and plays the guitar. Tim Cook enjoys rock climbing, cycling, hiking, visiting national parks, and reading. Sam Altman, founder of OpenAI, has a passion for racing cars and flying planes.

Elon Musk is a bully, likes to get into fights: Sam Altman

Inshorts · 8m ago

Elon Musk is a bully, likes to get into fights: Sam Altman

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said Elon Musk is a "legendary entrepreneur" but is a "bully". "He...likes to get into fights," Altman stated, adding that Musk has previously fought with many others including Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. "Right now, it's me," he said, referring to Musk's current lawsuit that seeks to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit company.

Elon Musk says he will cut back on political spending after heavily backing Trump in 2024

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Elon Musk says he will cut back on political spending after heavily backing Trump in 2024

Elon Musk, a major financial supporter of Donald Trump, announced plans to reduce his political campaign spending. During a Bloomberg forum, Musk expressed disenchantment with politics after an unsatisfactory experience with the Department of Government Efficiency. He spent over $250 million supporting Trump in the presidential campaign, mainly through America PAC, and was involved in other political activities. Despite his efforts, Musk intends to decrease future political contributions, stating he believes he's done enough.

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