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Could ‘X” CEO Elon Musk Take Over TikTok?

14Jan

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sci-Tech

Could ‘X” CEO Elon Musk Take Over TikTok?

Recent reports suggest that Chinese officials are exploring a potential sale of TikTok's US operations to 'X' CEO Elon Musk. Musk's acquisition of TikTok's US operations could significantly shake up the social media landscape. Moreover, he can potentially create a combined social media giant with the reach of both platforms. In a whirlwind of speculation, Chinese officials are reportedly exploring a potential sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations to none other than 'X' CEO Elon Musk. News revealed that discussions are underway about selling the popular video-sharing platform to Musk’s social media company X, formerly known as Twitter. If true, this deal could reshape the social media landscape. TikTok Faces Legal Crossroads The pressure on TikTok stems from a U.S. law requiring Chine...

Elon Musk Changes Name to ‘Kekius Maximus’ on X

1Jan

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Business

Elon Musk Changes Name to ‘Kekius Maximus’ on X

Elon Musk's name change to "Kekius Maximus" on X has sparked widespread discussion and speculation. The choice of name is a combination of "kek" (a popular internet meme sound) and the Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius. The accompanying profile picture featuring "Pepe the Frog" adds another layer of internet culture symbolism. Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and owner of the social media platform X is known for his quirks. He has once again captured attention by changing his name to "Kekius Maximus" and updating his profile picture to feature Pepe the Frog, a popular internet meme. The image depicts Pepe dressed in golden Roman-style armor, holding a video game controller, reflecting Musk’s humor and love for memes. The new name has sparked curiosity and speculation. "Kekius...

Countries Where Elon Musk’s X Social Media Is Banned

1Sep

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Sci-Tech

Countries Where Elon Musk’s X Social Media Is Banned

Brazil Joins Growing List of Nations Restricting X Brazil has recently implemented a ban on X, social networking site, formerly known as Twitter. This move places Brazil among a select group of countries that have restricted or banned X, mostly under authoritarian regimes. In addition to permanent bans, some countries have temporarily blocked access to X, particularly during political upheavals. Notable instances include: Egypt (2011): During the Arab Spring, Egypt temporarily restricted X as political unrest unfolded. Turkey (2014, 2023): Turkey has periodically blocked X in response to political events. Uzbekistan (2021): It restricted access to X around its presidential election. Also Read: Musk’s X Banned in Brazil Over Disinformation Dispute Here’s a look at ot...

Elon Musk Claims Neuralink Can Cure Blindness

3Apr

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Health

Elon Musk Claims Neuralink Can Cure Blindness

On Twitter, Elon Musk shared the latest innovation in Neuralink that has the potential to help blind monkeys see again. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and Space X, shared an exciting update about his company's Neuralink’s brain-computer chip technology. According to Musk, Neuralink’s latest innovation has the potential to help blind monkeys see again. Speaking on the X platform, which was formerly known as Twitter, Musk revealed that Neuralink’s brain chip, called "Blindsight," is making good progress in enabling blind monkeys to see. Describing the capabilities of Blindsight, Musk compared its first resolution to “early Nintendo graphics." But he is hopeful that, with more work, the technology could surpass normal human eyesight in the future. Musk also emphasized that usi...

Oxfam Reports Tells A Disturbing World’s Wealth Distribution

15Jan

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Business

Oxfam Reports Tells A Disturbing World’s Wealth Distribution

A new report from Oxfam shows that the world's five richest men doubled their fortunes between 2020 and 2023, while the poorest half of the world's population got 1% poorer. The report is being released as world leaders gather in Davos, Switzerland, for the annual World Economic Forum. In a recent report, Oxfam revealed that the combined wealth of the world's five richest men—Elon Musk, Bernard Arnault, Jeff Bezos, Larry Ellison, and Mark Zuckerberg—has doubled to $869 billion since 2020. Meanwhile, the poorest 60%, consisting of 5 billion people, have become even poorer during the same period, according to the Oxfam report. The charity's report, titled "Inequality Inc.," disclosed that the wealth of the top five billionaires surged from $405 billion in 2020 to $869 billion in the p...