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Elon Musk's company directors feel an 'expectation' to use drugs with him to avoid upsetting the billionaire, report says
Business Insider
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1y ago
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According to The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk has created a culture of peer pressure among his friends and business associates, encouraging drug use. Musk has been seen using ketamine and liquid ecstasy at parties, and current and former directors of his companies have also used drugs with him. This drug use has created a culture of fear, as those close to Musk worry about losing their wealth and social status if they refuse to partake. Musk's reported drug use has caused concerns among directors and executives, with some choosing not to stand for reelection or worrying about his behavior during meetings.
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Former Tesla director Larry Ellison invited Elon Musk to Hawaii to 'dry out' from drugs, report says
Business Insider
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1y ago
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According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk's drug use was so concerning to his business associates and board members that they asked him to go to rehab and take a break from work. Close friend and former Tesla director, Larry Ellison, even suggested Musk go to Hawaii to "relax from work and dry out from the drugs." Concerns arose about Musk's drug use increasing, with instances of him consuming substances like LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and more. Musk's drug use has previously caused issues, such as a requirement for SpaceX to comply with federal guidelines on drug use in the workplace.
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Elon Musk's drug use was so concerning it prompted a Tesla director to forgo a reelection bid, WSJ reports
Business Insider
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1y ago
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A former director at Tesla chose not to seek reelection to the company's board due to concerns over Elon Musk's drug use and unpredictable behavior, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The director, Linda Johnson Rice, reportedly raised her worries about Musk's substance use to other board members on multiple occasions, including his use of drugs such as ketamine, LSD, cocaine, and ecstasy. The report also highlights how executives across Musk's companies have been grappling with managing his drug use and erratic public appearances.
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Elon Musk's Starlink down, over 200 service outages, says report
Livemint
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1y ago
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Billionaire Elon Musk's satellite internet platform Starlink is currently experiencing outages, with over 240 reported in the last 24 hours. Users have reported service disruptions, and updates on the situation are pending.
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NASA says there's no evidence of drug use at Elon Musk's SpaceX
Business Insider
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1y ago
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NASA has stated that there is no evidence of drug use at Elon Musk's SpaceX, in response to a report regarding the billionaire's alleged drug use. The statement emphasizes that NASA expects its commercial partners to adhere to workplace safety requirements. The Wall Street Journal had previously reported allegations of drug use by Musk, including LSD, cocaine, ecstasy, and mushrooms. Musk has denied these claims, stating that recent drug tests conducted at NASA's request showed no presence of drugs in his system.
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China may sell TikTok US to Musk to avoid potential ban: Report
Inshorts
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6m ago
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Chinese officials are in preliminary talks about a potential option to sell TikTok's operations in the US to billionaire Elon Musk, Bloomberg reported. The report claimed that the option is being considered if TikTok cannot avoid a controversial ban being proposed by US authorities. The first preference of Chinese officials is that TikTok remain under parent ByteDance, the report added.
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Elon Musk picks a lot of fights. Here's why so few CEOs fire back — even if they want to.
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has gained a reputation for picking fights with business leaders and politicians. However, many executives and billionaires tend to tiptoe around him and avoid engaging in conflict. Despite Musk's confrontational behavior and controversial statements, many are hesitant to criticize him due to his influential platform and devoted fan base. Additionally, speaking out against Musk could potentially lead to reputational damage for CEOs of publicly traded companies. Overall, Musk's unpredictable nature and the risk of backlash make it challenging for others to respond in kind.
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Elon Musk is about to find out what $130 million for Trump gets him
Economic Times
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9m ago
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Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, played a significant role in supporting Donald Trump's re-election campaign. Musk's political influence could pay off for him as Trump has hinted at giving him an official role in cutting government spending, which would allow him to influence policy and federal agencies overseeing his companies. Tesla's stock surged after Trump's win, and Musk's personal fortune has been tied to political developments. However, tensions may arise between the two men due to their egos and conflicting interests. Nevertheless, Musk now possesses a robust political machine that could benefit his businesses and policy goals in the future.
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Trump says will 'take a look' at deporting Elon Musk - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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1m ago
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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.
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Elon Musk says yes to impeaching Trump — and now 2025 odds are soaring on crypto betting markets
Economic Times
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1m ago
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Elon Musk's support for impeaching Donald Trump has sparked interest on crypto-based betting platforms. After Musk's endorsement, odds for Trump's impeachment in 2025 rose on Polymarket, a decentralized prediction site. The market speculates on whether the House of Representatives will adopt articles of impeachment. Musk's comments have intensified the feud between him and Trump, leading to increased discussions and bets on the matter.
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Elon Musk attacked my article accusing him of gaming Twitter's algorithm for more attention. In some ways, it gave him exactly what he wanted.
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
The article discusses how Elon Musk allegedly manipulated Twitter's algorithm to favor his own account. After Musk's tweet supporting the Philadelphia Eagles received fewer impressions than President Biden's tweet, he became frustrated and pushed for investigations into the drop in his engagement counts. Twitter employees claim that Musk's tweets were artificially boosted, prompting a report that gained significant attention. Musk disputed the article's claims, suggesting that the source was a disgruntled employee. The situation highlighted Musk's influence and made him the main focus of discussion on Twitter.
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