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Musk’s Neuralink to launch feasibility trial with brain implant, robotic arm

Neuralink is conducting its PRIME study, aimed at evaluating the safety of its wireless brain-computer interface and surgical robot.

4 hours ago

US-China relations

TikTok CEO sought Musk’s input ahead of Trump takeover, report says

24 Nov 2024 - 7:12AMvideocam

Australia

Elon Musk slams Australia’s social media ban as ‘back door control’ of internet

22 Nov 2024 - 4:48PM

SCMP Highlights

Recap | Trump’s cabinet picks: Musk, RFK Jr, Gaetz, Dr Oz, Hegseth and more

Discover some of Donald Trump’s controversial cabinet picks for his second term, featuring figures such as Elon Musk, Robert F. Kennedy Jnr and TV’s Dr Oz.

22 Nov 2024 - 9:17AM

Donald Trump has expressed regret over many senior officials who served during his last term as US president. Photo: AP

US presidential election 2024

Elon Musk’s China ties ‘a profound threat’ to US national security: senator

The SpaceX and Tesla CEO’s business interests could be exploited by Beijing, according to testimony at cybersecurity hearing.

21 Nov 2024 - 1:16AMvideocam

US presidential election 2024

Musk’s SpaceX fails to repeat Starship booster ‘chopsticks’ catch, as Trump looks on

Super Heavy booster made an unexpected splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico instead being caught in the launch tower’s mechanical arms.

20 Nov 2024 - 4:22PM

US-China relations

Speculation over Trump’s US treasury pick reveals divergent views in transition

China tariffs in focus as president-elect’s high-profile advisers like Elon Musk push candidates who embody a break from ‘business as usual’.

19 Nov 2024 - 6:45AM

Donald Trump

Trump Treasury secretary pick in flux as jockeying slows selection

Rivalry has been playing out for days as US President-elect Donald Trump picks his cabinet.

18 Nov 2024 - 2:30PM

US presidential election 2024

Musk suggests Trump let public weigh in on who should lead US Treasury

The billionaire himself endorses Howard Lutnick, saying the CEO of financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald ‘will actually enact change’.

17 Nov 2024 - 5:01AM

United States

US senators seek probe of Elon Musk’s SpaceX contracts over Putin ties

Jack Reed and Jeanne Shaheen flag national security risks after Musk reportedly held talks with the Russian president.

16 Nov 2024 - 10:45AMvideocam

US presidential election 2024

Musk met Iran UN ambassador on defusing tension under Trump, US report says

The meeting, if confirmed, would again show the immense influence of the world’s richest man, who has constantly been at Trump’s side.

15 Nov 2024 - 7:38AM

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk speaks at a Trump rally in New York, in October. Photo: AFP

Fame and celebrity

Who is SNL host Chloe Fineman – and did Elon Musk really make her cry?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk just responded to Chloe Fineman’s claims that he made her cry during his time hosting Saturday Night Live in 2021 – but who is she exactly?

14 Nov 2024 - 7:00PM

US presidential election 2024

Dogecoin soars as Trump names Musk to head new DOGE efficiency department

‘Dogefather’ Musk is a long-time fan of the cryptocurrency with the canine mascot, and a staunch backer of the US president-elect.

14 Nov 2024 - 5:55AMvideocam

Xiaomi

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun marks 100,000 EV milestone with homage to Tesla’s Elon Musk

The Chinese smartphone giant reached that production landmark in just 230 days since launching its SU7 electric sedan.

13 Nov 2024 - 8:27PM

Xiaomi chief executive Lei Jun’s social media post on Wednesday shows him sleeping on the factory floor, in a nod to Tesla’s Elon Musk. Photo: Weibo

US-China relations

China’s space ambitions face ‘huge test’ from Musk presence in Trump White House

Chinese observers say Beijing needs to stick to its own milestones and avoid getting into a race with the US if possible.

13 Nov 2024 - 8:35PMvideocam

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on stage at a campaign rally for Donald Trump during the US presidential election campaign. Photo: AFP

SCMP Highlights

Recap | Zhuhai car attack, Trump taps billionaires for China diplomacy and more top stories

These are some of our most-read stories over the past 24 hours. Find out what people have been reading.

13 Nov 2024 - 11:16AM

US-China relations

Trump’s China dealings to rely on billionaires like Elon Musk: analysts

President-elect’s transaction-based approach to diplomacy could see informal behind-the-scenes dialogue with Beijing coming to the forefront.

13 Nov 2024 - 4:46AMvideocam

US presidential election 2024

Elon Musk’s PAC ‘spent an estimated US$200 million’ to help elect Trump

Billionaire businessman Elon Musk was one of Donald Trump’s highest-profile surrogates in the 2024 race.

12 Nov 2024 - 2:08PMvideocam

Elon Musk at an America PAC town hall in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on October 10. Photo: TNS

China

My Take | Musk’s bet on Trump is food for thought in debate over state vs private sector

China does not tolerate people like Musk being deeply involved in politics, but finding the right balance between state and market is tricky.

12 Nov 2024 - 7:00AM

Ukraine war

Elon Musk took part in Trump-Zelensky call, Ukraine official says

The world’s richest man, a major backer of the US president-elect, was physically present and was handed the phone by Trump, an insider says.

9 Nov 2024 - 5:51AM

Donald Trump

Recap | Trump’s election night bash: Elon Musk, Bryson DeChambeau, Wayne Gretzky, Caitlyn Jenner and more party with the president-elect!

Discover the big names on the guest list at Donald Trump’s election night victory party, featuring Elon Musk, golf star Bryson DeChambeau, NHL legend Wayne Gretzky, and Caitlyn Jenner. Read on to find out who else attended!

8 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM

Donald Trump

Argentina’s President Milei to meet Trump and Musk next week in the US

Since his election late last year, Milei has sought close ties with the US and, since Tuesday’s US election, has stressed support for Trump.

8 Nov 2024 - 5:20AMvideocam

Argentine President Javier Milei is expected to meet Donald Trump and Elon Musk next week in the US. Photo: Reuters

US presidential election 2024

Exclusive | Trade wars, Elon Musk, Taiwan: how Beijing is preparing for Trump 2.0

Experts and insiders tell the Post how officials prepared and how Beijing is bracing for a President Trump who will be stronger than ever.

8 Nov 2024 - 12:06AMvideocam

US presidential election 2024

In China, Elon Musk’s rising star raises hopes for US engagement

Musk is well known in China and has been lauded for his investment in the country.

6 Nov 2024 - 8:44PMvideocam

Jennifer Lopez

What did Elon Musk say about J.Lo’s relationship with Diddy?

On the Joe Rogan podcast, Musk said that people should not trust J.Lo; Lopez and Combs were together from 1999 to 2001, and she’s remained silent over his arrest for sexual offences.

6 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM

What has Elon Musk recently said about Jennifer Lopez and her connection to Diddy? Photos: Reuters, AP, AFP

US-China tech war

Musk’s SpaceX asks Taiwanese suppliers to move production abroad

The US company has requested multiple satellite component manufacturers to produce outside Taiwan, sources say.

6 Nov 2024 - 11:00AM

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from lthe Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Photo: Reuters

US presidential election 2024

Pennsylvania judge allows Elon Musk’s US$1 million voter giveaway

Judge’s decision is largely symbolic, as the daily allocation of US$1 million to one person each day ends on Tuesday, Election Day.

5 Nov 2024 - 10:49AM

Millionaires and billionaires

Recap | Who are the richest people in the world and how did they earn their wealth?

Who has amassed the world’s largest fortunes? Take a deep dive and find out how much they are worth, from the wealthiest tech moguls to fabulously rich supermodels, from millionaire rock stars to the youngest billionaires.

2 Nov 2024 - 3:38PM

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Elon Musk

Latest news on billionaire Elon Musk, owner of X (formerly Twitter) and the founder of SpaceX, Tesla and The Boring Company.

Born

28 Jun 1971

Industry

Business, Technology

Job Title

Businessman

last updated:

7 October, 2024