US President Donald Trump reportedly called SpaceX chief Elon Musk on Wednesday, October 21, urging him to remove restrictions on Ukraine's military-grade satellite internet service. The request followed disruptions to battlefield communications that affected Ukrainian drone operations. Connectivity improved after the conversation, although officials disagreed over whether full service had returned. Trump Musk Starlink Phone Call The rep

Musk Starlink slowdown in Ukraine sparks White House confusion after military-linked satellite connections used by Ukrainian forces were reportedly restricted. The limits affected drone operations, while Kyiv sought answers from SpaceX and US officials over who authorized the change and whether full service would return. Starlink restrictions hit Ukrainian drones Military-grade Starlink connectivity used by Ukrainian forces was reportedl

Elon Musk has responded positively to Reliance Industries’ statement on satellite internet competition in India, writing “Much appreciated” on X. The exchange follows Musk’s recent criticism of Reliance over Starlink’s delayed entry into the Indian market. The developments come as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India, with a stop at Reliance’s Jamnagar refinery planned as part of his trip. No direct link has been established between Rubio’s visit and the regulatory dis

Elon Musk’s Tesla Roadster flying demo has drawn contrasting reactions from technology leaders. Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised the spectacle, while AI scientist Yann LeCun questioned whether its compressed-air thrusters could ever support practical flying transport. Tesla Roadster Flying Demo Stuns Viewers Unveiled on October 15, 2026, at SpaceX’s test facility in McGregor, Texas, the second-generation Roadster used cold-gas thrusters to leap above

Reliance welcomes Starlink competition even as Jio's own satellite services await approval. Elon Musk has questioned delays to Starlink's India launch, while officials insist every operator must meet the same security and regulatory rules. Reliance Industries has made its position clear on Elon Musk's Starlink entering India, saying it welcomes competition in the country's growing satellite internet market. The company also revealed that its own Jio satellite services

Tesla Roadster flying car demo uses SpaceX thrusters in a dramatic Texas demonstration that showed the electric sports car lifting off, hovering and performing controlled aerial manoeuvres. Elon Musk says the Roadster combines Tesla engineering with SpaceX technology, but the airborne version is not yet intended for everyday road use. SpaceX thrusters power Roadster Tesla has reignited interest in its long-delayed Roadster after demonstr

Starlink restrictions deepen Ukraine war communications crisis as Kyiv reports fresh problems with military satellite connectivity while Russia intensifies drone attacks. The dispute comes as Iran also moves against SpaceX Starlink, highlighting the growing role of satellite communications in modern conflicts. Ukraine Starlink restrictions Starlink has become a crucial communications tool for Ukrainian forces, supporting frontline coordi

The Musk Ambani Starlink row has triggered backlash on X, with some Indian users posting subscription cancellations. Elon Musk’s claim about powerful business interests blocking Starlink also drew Rahul Gandhi into the debate over the company’s delayed India launch. Musk Ambani Starlink row intensifies as users post X cancellations The dispute over Starlink’s delayed India launch has widened into a political and social-media contro

The Starlink India launch has returned to focus after Elon Musk claimed unnamed oligarchs are blocking the satellite service. SpaceX says its Indian infrastructure is ready, but commercial operations still depend on spectrum, security and other government clearances. Musk claim puts Starlink delay back in spotlight Elon Musk has accused unnamed business interests of blocking Starlink’s entry into India to protect what he described as a

The Elon Musk and Shivon Zilis breakup became public after Zilis said on October 2, 2026, that their relationship had ended unexpectedly. The Neuralink executive, who shares four children with Musk, said she hopes they can remain friends and co-parents. Elon Musk and Shivon Zilis have ended their romantic relationship, according to a public statement from Zilis, the Neuralink executive who shares four children with the Tesla and SpaceX chief. Zilis disclos

Elon Musk is returning to a formal Pentagon advisory role as part of Project Meridian, a new 120-day initiative designed to study how warfare could change over the coming decades. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the effort alongside a broader push to expand autonomous and robotic systems across the US military.  Future war Project Meridian will examine emerging battlefields, technologies and military capabilities rather tha

Tesla’s rollout of its purpose-built Cybercab has put Elon Musk’s autonomous-driving ambitions under fresh regulatory scrutiny, with US safety authorities examining whether the driverless vehicle complies with federal standards despite lacking a steering wheel, pedals and conventional mirrors. Cybercab Launch Draws Immediate Regulatory Attention AUSTIN, Texas, Septembe

Grok user growth accelerated sharply in early 2026, reaching about 117 million monthly active users by March. As traffic momentum later cooled, xAI began expanding beyond model benchmarks through Grok 4.5, Google Workspace tools and Grok Imagine. Grok user growth loses early momentum Grok’s audience expanded from roughly 35 million monthly active users in December 2025 to about 117 million by

The Anthropic SpaceX deal gives the Claude developer access to one of the world’s largest AI computing clusters at a time when demand is testing its infrastructure. The agreement has already helped Anthropic raise Claude Code limits, but its cost, duration and control terms deserve careful scrutiny. Colossus lease adds major AI capacity Anthropic announced on May 6 that it had reached an agre

Tesla robotaxi delays are becoming a central issue before the company’s second-quarter earnings call. Investors want explanations for missed expansion targets, limited service areas, deployment constraints, Cybercab timing and what must happen before broader U.S. operations. Tesla robotaxi delays are drawing renewed scrutiny from retail shareholders who want the electric-vehicle maker to explain why its autonomous ride-hailing network has ex

Ro Khanna challenged Elon Musk to a public debate after the billionaire threatened legal action over the California congressman’s criticism of DOGE spending cuts and their possible humanitarian consequences. The dispute intensified in Washington, D.C., on Monday, June 22, 2026, after Musk criticized Khanna on X, called him a liar and suggested that his comments could warrant legal or criminal consequences. Ro Khanna challenges Elon Musk over DOGE cuts

Massive AI Deal Reshapes Silicon Valley Wealth Landscape A high-value acquisition involving Elon Musk’s SpaceX has triggered a major wealth shift in the global tech ecosystem. The company has reportedly acquired Anysphere, the parent of AI coding platform Cursor, in a $60 billion all-stock transaction. The deal has instantly pushed key founders and early stakeholders into billionaire status, marking one of

SpaceX’s $60 billion Cursor deal could value each Anysphere co-founder’s estimated stake at about $2.7 billion. However, that figure represents the estimated value of stock, not a confirmed cash payout. SpaceX agreed on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, to acquire San Francisco-based Anysphere, the company behind the AI coding platform Cursor, in an all-stock transaction. The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approval and other customary conditi

Elon Musk’s wealth gain compared with Mukesh Ambani’s net worth became a striking measure of the SpaceX IPO rally on Monday, June 15, 2026. Forbes’ Real-Time Billionaires tracker estimated Musk’s fortune at approximately $1.3 trillion after it increased by $164.8 billion, or 14.71%, from the previous trading day. Figures cited for the same period placed Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani’s fortune at about $89.7 billion. Elon Musk Wealth Gain vs

Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire on paper after SpaceX completed its record-setting stock-market debut on Friday, June 12, 2026. The milestone also renewed attention on the modest South Texas home Musk has described as his primary residence. SpaceX IPO Makes Elon Musk the First Trillionaire SpaceX priced its initial public offering at $135 per share, valuing the company at approximately $1.77 trillion before trading began. Shares, listed