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Elon Musk predicts Democrat ‘dirty tricks campaign’ against him after switching his vote to Republican

The tycoon described Democrats as ‘the party of division and hate’ after legislators questioned his attempt to take control of Twitter and unban Donald Trump

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

As Musk tweets, advisers labor to keep Twitter deal on track

In public, Elon Musk’s erratic tweets have sent Twitter Inc.’s shares flailing, as traders bet that the billionaire is preparing to walk away from or re-negotiate his $44 billion takeover of the social-media company. Behind the scenes, it’s more like business as usual, as advisers on both sides plug away…

Tribune News Service · May 18, 2022

Pub firms were lockdown losers but can adapt to tough trading conditions

It’s possible much of current uncertainty is already priced in to recovery of well-run companies like M&B and Marston’s

The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2022

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe Buys The Dip, Invests $1 Million In Rivian Stock

Rivian's stock has tanked since its IPO, and with Ford selling shares, it's only getting worse. It's nice to see Rivian's CEO buying the dip to show confidence.

InsideEVs · May 18, 2022

How To Participate In SpaceX's Next Raise That May Value The Company At $125B

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is seeking new funds that would likely value the company at $125 billion, Bloomberg reported. This would make it the highest-valued U.S. startup on record.

Benzinga · May 18, 2022

Twitter Gives Its Version Of Events: Elon Musk Didn't Carry Out Due Diligence In Rush To Grab $44B Deal

Details surrounding Elon Musk's deal to take Twitter, Inc. (NYSE: TWTR) private are getting murkier each passing day. A new SEC filing by the social media platform to highlight its version of events suggests Musk jumped the gun in his quest to quickly lap up the company.

Benzinga · May 18, 2022

Could Tesla's Sales Exceed Automakers Like Ford And GM By 2025?

Legacy automakers like GM and Ford have dominated the auto industry for decades. However, with EVs gaining traction, Tesla could be poised to catch up quickly.

InsideEVs · May 18, 2022

TechScape: How Musk and crypto bros get away with it

In this week’s newsletter: Just like Donald Trump’s political rise, Tesla’s CEO and firms like Tether win by simply not playing by the same rules as everyone else

The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2022

Understanding Elon Musk's war on Twitter's bots

Bots are a target of the billionaire's wrath. They also help make Twitter useful and fun.

Axios · May 18, 2022

'Twitter Exec Trashing Free Speech, Mocking Asperger's:' Elon Musk Reacts To Sting Op As 3 More Senior Staffers Quit

Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR) continues to bleed talent, with three senior employees — including two vice presidents — reportedly leaving the company, as it faces more hurdles in the form of a sting operation.  

Benzinga · May 18, 2022