Key Takeaways Tesla faces a crucial vote on November 6 that could determine Elon Musk’s future with the company. If approved, Musk’s compensation plan could grant him up to $1 trillion and significant voting power. Musk expressed concern over being ousted despite his plans to build an “enormous robot army.” Robyn Denholm indicated that Musk…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Full Self-Driving v14 update disappoints with a decrease in critical disengagement miles, averaging around 732 miles. The system is experiencing issues with hallucinations, where it incorrectly stops on the roadside, interpreting harmless signals as emergencies. Brake stabbing has increased, as the vehicle hesitates, abruptly applying and releasing brakes in a jerky motion.…
Key Takeaways A South Australian couple experienced a potential meteorite strike on their Tesla Model Y while using Full Self-Driving (FSD). The impact caused glass fragments to scatter inside the vehicle, creating a dangerous situation, but FSD continued to operate without interruption. Dr. Andrew Melville-Smith described the explosion-like impact and initial confusion with his wife,…
Key Takeaways Elon Musk plans to etch Grokipedia, an open-source encyclopedia, into stable oxide and send it into space. The initiative aims to preserve human knowledge among the stars, with copies intended for orbit, the Moon, and Mars. Grokipedia is designed as an AI-driven alternative to Wikipedia, focusing on neutrality by eliminating human biases. Powered…
Key Takeaways Las Vegas police unveil Tesla Cybertrucks for a sustainable patrol system. Sheriff McMahill highlights the evolution of community safety through advanced tech. Custom modifications include ladders, shields, and connections to a drone hub. Drones offer real-time surveillance with facial recognition and gunshot detection. Cybertrucks projected to save $8,800-$12,000 in fuel and $3,540 in…
Key Takeaways Florida’s State Board of Administration supports Musk’s $1 trillion compensation plan. This marks the first significant shareholder endorsement amid general opposition from others like ISS and Glass Lewis. Musk criticized ISS and Glass Lewis, calling them “corporate terrorists” during the Q3 Earnings Call. SBA outlines nine reasons for supporting Musk’s compensation, emphasizing alignment…
Key Takeaways 🚗 Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system is impressing riders with smooth, hands-free experiences. 🎢 Passengers describe rides in The Boring Company’s Las Vegas Loop as “way smoother than a human driving”. ✈️ Expansion of service to the airport is anticipated, enhancing connectivity for riders. 🔍 Testing of FSD vehicles has been conducted under…
Key Takeaways Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robot can now perform tasks like folding laundry and wiping tables. Achieving human-like dexterity is a primary goal for Optimus as it was designed to handle delicate tasks. Robyn Denholm highlighted the tactile nature of Optimus’ hands, allowing for interactions like shaking hands. Elon Musk emphasized the potential of Optimus…
Key Takeaways SpaceX has launched over 10,000 satellites as part of its Starlink program since 2019. Starlink operates in approximately 150 countries and territories, reaching all seven continents. The program has over 5 million subscribers, with 2.7 million joining in the past year. Starlink is enhancing internet connectivity for commercial airlines, utilized by major carriers…
Key Takeaways Improved lane switching: Tesla’s Full Self-Driving now switches back to the right lane after passing, addressing previous concerns. Enhanced merging awareness: FSD shows better judgment with merging traffic, often making courteous decisions that benefit other drivers. Confident handling of slow vehicles: FSD effectively navigates around mail trucks and Amish buggies, demonstrating better decision-making…