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Tech6 Agu 2026

Nikita Bier Steps Down as X Product Chief, Transitions to Advisor Role

Nikita Bier Steps Down as X Product Chief, Transitions to Advisor Role

Nikita Bier, the head of product at X, has announced his departure from the leadership role after just over a year, citing the demanding 24/7 nature of the position. He will transition to an advisory role within the company. During his tenure, Bier oversaw the launch of approximately 30 new products and contributed to significant user growth and engagement for the platform.

By NeuraFeed

Tech9 Jul 2026

SpaceXAI Unleashes Grok 4.5: An "Opus-Class" Model with Aggressive Pricing to Disrupt AI Landscape

SpaceXAI Unleashes Grok 4.5: An "Opus-Class" Model with Aggressive Pricing to Disrupt AI Landscape

SpaceXAI has officially launched Grok 4.5, an "Opus-class" AI model designed for coding, agentic tasks, and knowledge work, which Elon Musk touts as a faster, more token-efficient, and lower-cost alternative to leading models. The new model, built on a 1.5-trillion-parameter V9 foundation and trained with data from the recently acquired Cursor, is priced significantly below rivals like Anthropic's Opus and OpenAI's GPT-5.6. Grok 4.5 is immediately available in the U.S. through various platforms, with a European rollout expected by mid-July.

By NeuraFeed

Tech2 Jul 2026

Elon Musk Denies SpaceX AI Handset Prototype Report Amid Investor Buzz

Elon Musk Denies SpaceX AI Handset Prototype Report Amid Investor Buzz

Elon Musk has vehemently denied reports that SpaceX showcased a "handset-like" AI device prototype to investors before its recent IPO, labeling the claims "utterly false." The Wall Street Journal initially reported on the alleged device, describing it as slimmer than an iPhone, running a proprietary operating system with xAI integration, and powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chips. Despite Musk's denial, the report has fueled speculation about SpaceX's broader ambitions in wireless services and AI hardware.

By NeuraFeed

Tech11 Jun 2026

xAI Engineer Alleges Retaliatory Firing Over Grok AI Safety Warnings Ahead of SpaceX IPO

xAI Engineer Alleges Retaliatory Firing Over Grok AI Safety Warnings Ahead of SpaceX IPO

A former xAI engineer, Devin Kim, has filed a lawsuit against xAI and SpaceX, claiming he was terminated for repeatedly raising concerns about the safety of xAI's Grok chatbot. The lawsuit alleges that Kim warned company leaders about Grok's potential for discrimination, misinformation, and misuse in developing dangerous weapons. This legal action comes as SpaceX prepares for a significant initial public offering.

By NeuraFeed

Finance21 Mei 2026

SpaceX IPO Reveals Massive AI Investments, xAI's Soaring Costs, and Elon Musk's Central Role

SpaceX IPO Reveals Massive AI Investments, xAI's Soaring Costs, and Elon Musk's Central Role

SpaceX's highly anticipated IPO filing has unveiled the company's deep financial commitment to artificial intelligence, with its xAI division incurring significant losses while simultaneously securing a substantial compute deal with Anthropic. The S-1 prospectus also highlights the unparalleled influence of Elon Musk, presenting him as a key risk factor due to his extensive control and overlapping ventures. This public disclosure offers an unprecedented look into the intertwined future of space exploration and AI under Musk's leadership.

By NeuraFeed

Tech5 Mei 2026

Musk's OpenAI Lawsuit: Settlement Talks Collapse Amidst Alleged Threats

Musk's OpenAI Lawsuit: Settlement Talks Collapse Amidst Alleged Threats

Elon Musk reportedly attempted to settle his lawsuit against OpenAI just two days before the trial began, but negotiations quickly deteriorated. OpenAI claims Musk threatened its leaders, Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, stating they would become "the most hated men in America" if they did not settle. This alleged exchange highlights the intense animosity and high stakes surrounding the ongoing legal battle over OpenAI's transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity.

By NeuraFeed

Tech28 Apr 2026

Apple's Ternus Era: A Bet on Hardware and On-Device AI, Not Muskian Disruption

Apple's Ternus Era: A Bet on Hardware and On-Device AI, Not Muskian Disruption

Apple has named John Ternus as its next CEO, succeeding Tim Cook, a move signaling a renewed focus on hardware innovation and a distinct approach to artificial intelligence. This transition comes as Elon Musk pursues aggressive AI acquisitions, highlighting two divergent paths for tech leadership. Ternus's appointment emphasizes Apple's long-standing strategy of internal development and a cautious, privacy-centric integration of AI into its ecosystem.

By NeuraFeed

Tech27 Apr 2026

X Accelerates "Everything App" Vision with Imminent "X Money" Rollout

X Accelerates "Everything App" Vision with Imminent "X Money" Rollout

Elon Musk's X is reportedly on the cusp of a significant expansion into financial services with the imminent public rollout of "X Money." This initiative aims to transform X into a comprehensive "everything app" offering banking and payment features, including high-yield savings, cash back, and a personalized debit card, as early access users report competitive perks. The move signifies a major step towards Musk's long-held ambition to create a Western equivalent of China's WeChat, integrating social interaction with a full suite of financial tools.

By NeuraFeed

Tech25 Apr 2026

Elon Musk's SpaceX Secures Option to Acquire AI Coding Startup Cursor for $60 Billion

Elon Musk's SpaceX has secured an option to acquire the AI coding startup Cursor for up to $60 billion, or alternatively, pay $10 billion for a collaborative partnership. This strategic move aims to bolster SpaceX's presence in the competitive AI coding market, leveraging Cursor's developer tools and SpaceX's formidable Colossus supercomputer. The deal comes as SpaceX prepares for a potential record-breaking initial public offering.

By NeuraFeed

Tech23 Apr 2026

Tesla's FSD Reality Check: Millions of Vehicles Require Hardware Upgrades for True Autonomy

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has admitted that approximately 4 million vehicles equipped with Hardware 3 (HW3) will never achieve unsupervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities, contradicting years of promises. This revelation necessitates a costly upgrade program involving new computers and cameras, with Tesla planning to build "mini-factories" to handle the massive undertaking. The news comes amidst growing customer frustration and legal challenges over FSD's long-promised but unfulfilled potential.

By NeuraFeed