young people, TikTok and the future of our democracies

young people, TikTok and the future of our democracies

Many years ago, a professor at my college played us the song Video Killed the Radio Star by The Buggles to illustrate how technological innovations, from Gutenberg’s movable type printing press to WhatsApp, have transformed the way we consume information and therefore shape our public opinion. Today, 23% of young people between 18 and 24 … Read more

Elon Musk is accused of plagiarizing the design of the movie I, Robot for a new Tesla product

Elon Musk is accused of plagiarizing the design of the movie I, Robot for a new Tesla product

Jakarta – Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been accused of plagiarizing designs from the legendary science fiction film, I, Robot. This accusation came directly from the director of the film, Alex Proyas, who expressed his complaint on social media X, Elon Musk’s platform. On October 10, 2024, Elon Musk introduced a preview of Tesla’s latest … Read more

Elon Musk’s robot “Optimus” started mixing cocktails

Elon Musk’s robot “Optimus” started mixing cocktails

Already in advance Elon Musk has promised that robots created by “Tesla” will be able to perform various tasks that no longer need to be done by humans. This could include dog walking, bartending, lawn mowing, and other activities. “This is the greatest product ever invented, and this technology will fundamentally change civilization!” announced by … Read more

Tesla investors doubt Elon Musk – is Twitter to blame?

Tesla investors doubt Elon Musk – is Twitter to blame?

Do Tesla investors trust Elon Musk less after his purchase of Twitter? Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BI Elon Musk says self-driving Tesla taxis – something he’s been talking about for a long time – are close to being introduced. But investors aren’t convinced: After his recent demonstration, Tesla shares plummeted. Tesla investors are used to Musk … Read more

Elon Musk presents Tesla’s robotaxi in an event full of promises

Elon Musk presents Tesla’s robotaxi in an event full of promises

Los Angeles. For a businessman who always has trouble with broken promises, Elon Musk scored big Thursday night at the long-awaited Hollywood unveiling of Tesla’s driverless robotaxis. After cruising the fake streets of the Warner Bros. movie studio in a sleek, two-door silver prototype called “Cybercab,” Musk promised that the company’s popular Model 3 and … Read more

Trump supporters offer money for petition signatures

Trump supporters offer money for petition signatures

A pro-Trump campaign aims to mobilize more voters with a petition. It’s also about money. Offering someone money for a vote in an election is prohibited by law in the United States. But a group of Trump supporters founded by Tesla boss Elon Musk has found a way to still advertise with cash. This is … Read more

Bipartisan Call to Combat Misinformation During Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

Bipartisan Call to Combat Misinformation During Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

Misinformation Complicates Recovery Efforts Following Hurricane Helene Amid the ongoing recovery efforts in North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, officials from both major political parties are urging the public to resist spreading misinformation. This call comes against the backdrop of heightened tensions and responsibility during a critical election year. Bipartisan Appeals to … Read more

Elon Musk’s X will seek to resume service in Brazil

Elon Musk’s X will seek to resume service in Brazil

São Paulo., Elon Musk-owned social media platform X has been suspended since the end of August in Brazil, one of its greatest and most coveted markets, after breaching judicial orders related to the moderation of hate discourse and not appointing a legal representative, as required by law in the South American nation. After backtracking and … Read more