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Twitter usage in US ‘fallen by a fifth’ since Elon Musk’s takeover
App users for social media site, rebranded as X, down by 23% since November 2022 according to Sensor Tower. Use of Twitter in the US has slumped by more than a fifth since Elon Musk bought the site and rebranded it to X, according to data from ...The Guardian - World - Elon Musk -
United Airlines Faces Closer F.A.A. Scrutiny After Safety Incidents
The carrier, which has experienced several recent mishaps, told employees to expect a review by federal regulators in coming weeks.The New York Times - Business - Travel -
Elon Musk Is Preoccupied With Something He Doesn’t Understand
Beyond the surface-level nonsense of the “great replacement” theory lies a more subtle issue.The New York Times - Top stories - Elon Musk -
Elon Musk is no angel. He's not the devil, either
Elon Musk, like Joe Rogan, is no conservative hero. He’s just a guy who supports the concept of free speech.The Hill - Politics - Elon Musk -
How Elon Musk Became ‘Kind of Pro-China’
Mr. Musk helped create China’s electric vehicle industry. But he is now facing challenges there as well as scrutiny in the West over his reliance on the country.The New York Times - Business - Elon Musk -
Patient of Elon Musk's Neuralink Shows Off New Life With Implant
In a presentation to staff of the brain-computer startup company, a quadriplegic Arizona man details his improvements after the procedure.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Elon Musk's Neuralink Shows First Patient Using Its Brain Implant
A man paralyzed in a diving accident moved a computer cursor with his thoughts.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
What Elon Musk Said in Testy Interview on Don Lemon’s New Show
The former CNN anchor released a wide-ranging interview with the billionaire about business, politics, online hate speech and more.The New York Times - Tech - Elon Musk -
4 things to know from Elon Musk's interview with Don Lemon
Former CNN reporter Don Lemon mixed it up with Tesla CEO Elon Musk in an interview Lemon posted on Musk's X social network MondayABC News - Tech -
Judge throws out Elon Musk's X lawsuit against nonprofit
A federal judge Monday threw out a lawsuit filed last year by Elon Musk’s X platform against the nonprofit organization Center for Countering Digital Hate.NBC News - Top stories -
Elon Musk's X Needs Creators, but They Don't Need X
Despite the platform’s push, many creators say X is still a long way from becoming a major source of revenue for them.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Elon Musk's xAI to Launch Improved Version of Grok Chatbot
The artificial-intelligence startup will launch an upgraded version of Grok, its rival to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, further intensifying the global AI race as interest in chatbots grows.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Elon Musk -
Boeing chief Calhoun to step down as company battles safety concerns
Management shake-up follows weeks of turmoil for US aircraft manufacturerFinancial Times - Business -
Boeing boss to leave as firm faces safety crisis
Dave Calhoun will leave the planemaker at end of this year amid a deepening crisis over its safety record.BBC News - Top stories -
Judge dismisses ‘vapid’ Elon Musk lawsuit against group that cataloged racist content on X
Center for Countering Digital Hate has chronicled rise of racist, antisemitic and extremist content on X since Musk’s acquisition. A judge in California on Monday dismissed the tech billionaire Elon Musk’s lawsuit against the Center for Countering ...The Guardian - World - Elon Musk -
Lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's X against nonprofit CCDH thrown out by judge on free speech grounds
A suit filed by X against CCDH was dismissed by a federal judge, who wrote that Elon Musk's company was "punishing" the nonprofit for speech.CNBC - Business -
Elon Musk's X lawsuit against hate-speech watchdog group is tossed out
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by Elon Musk's X against the nonprofit Center for Countering Digital HateCBS News - Top stories -
Elon Musk requires ‘FSD’ demo for every prospective Tesla buyer in North America
Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent an email to employees on Monday informing them they have to show customers how to use "FSD" before making delivery in North America.CNBC - Business - Elon Musk -
Elon Musk Pushes to Increase Use of 'Full Self-Driving' Software as Tesla Sales Cool
Elon Musk has said drivers with FSD enabled will get a one-month free trial starting in the coming days.The Wall Street Journal - World - Elon Musk -
Elon Musk Pushes to Increase Use of 'Full Self-Driving' Software as Tesla Sales Cool
Elon Musk has said drivers with FSD enabled will get a one-month free trial starting in the coming days.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Elon Musk -
The Volunteer Moderators Who Helped Reddit Grow Into a Giant Are Now a Concern for Investors
The platform's sprawling network of forums are self-policed, turning a once-frugal corporate policy into a potential liability.Inc. - Business -
New York City's mayor cancels a border trip, citing safety concerns in Mexico
New York City’s mayor has nixed a planned trip to the U.S.-Mexico over security concernsABC News - Top stories - New York -
New York City mayor cancels trip to southern border due to 'safety concerns'
New York City Mayor Eric Adams cancelled an expected Sunday trip to the U.S.-Mexico border in the wake of raised safety concerns, his office confirmed to The Hill. Adams was expected to leave for the U.S.-Mexico border on Saturday to visit ...The Hill - Politics - New York -
United Airlines faces possible FAA restrictions following safety incidents
CBS News has learned that federal regulators are considering placing temporary restrictions on United Airlines after concerning incidents over the last month, including a wheel falling off a 777 on takeoff in San Francisco and a jet sliding off ...CBS News - Top stories - Travel -
Renter reforms watered down after Tory concerns
Ministers propose changes after some MPs said they wanted more protections for landlords.BBC News - Top stories -
Powerball jackpot grows to $800 million after no winner in Saturday night's drawing
There has not been a grand prize winner since New Year's Day.CBS News - Top stories -
George Russell’s safety fears after frantic pleas to stop Australian Grand Prix
British driver George Russell was left in a state of panic after his high-speed crash in Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix as he was left stranded in the middle of the Albert Park track in his stricken Mercedes.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Valentino's longtime designer Piccioli announces his departure from the brand after 25 years
Valentino’s longtime creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli, has announced his departure from the storied Italian fashion houseABC News - Entertainment -
Baltimore bridge collapse calls attention to the growing Latino labor force and the risks they face
Most of the missing workers presumed dead following the Baltimore bridge collapse are originally from Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and Mexico — illustrating the increasing dangers Hispanic workers face as a third of the nation's construction ...NBC News - Top stories -
A resignation, rescheduled talks and rising public opposition: Israel faces growing U.S. ire on Gaza
Israel has agreed to reschedule talks on Rafah that it called off in protest just days ago; State Department official Annelle Sheline resigned and a new Gallup poll found that a majority of Americans now disapprove of Israel's Gaza war.NBC News - Politics -
Semtech’s stock pops after sales hike shows business has ‘progressed from stable to growing’
Semtech Corp.’s stock initially soared 17% before cooling a bit in extended trading Thursday after the company rang up better-than-expected sales and strong sales guidance for its current quarter.MarketWatch - Business -
Bills targeting book bans raise concerns about the penalties libraries could face
Bills against book bans are gaining traction in state legislatures around the country — and with them have come worries about the potentially negative impact on libraries themselves.NBC News - Politics -
Valentino’s Creative Director Is Departing
Pierpaolo Piccioli, known for his bold use of color and studded leather shoes, had been at the fashion house for 25 years.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
GOP Senators raise concerns about ISIS attacks against Americans after Moscow shooting
Sens. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) said Sunday that they were deeply worried about an ISIS terrorist attack targeting Americans after the group killed over 130 people at a Moscow concert hall on Saturday. Both Senators lampooned ...The Hill - Politics -
UBS makes Ermotti best-paid European bank boss
Swiss lender awards returning chief executive $15.9mn for steering integration of Credit SuisseFinancial Times - Business -
Musk suit dismissed
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Musk suit against watchdog dismissed in court A case brought by Elon Musk, the owner of X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, against a hate-speech ...The Hill - Politics - Elon Musk -
The Department of Homeland Security Is Embracing A.I.
The agency will be the first in the federal government to roll out a comprehensive plan to integrate the technology into a variety of uses, from fighting crime to helping disaster survivors.The New York Times - Tech -
The threat of closed primaries is growing
A dozen U.S. states, both Democratic and Republican Party led, will shut out tens of millions of voters in closed primaries this year. That number increases to almost half of all states during the presidential primary. It could get even worse.The Hill - Politics -
UGA's Etienne faces suspension after DUI arrest
Georgia running back Trevor Etienne could be suspended at least one game if found guilty following his DUI arrest, coach Kirby Smart said.ESPN - Sports -
Doctors' A&E safety warnings snubbed by watchdog
Consultants at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital warned patient safety was "seriously compromised".BBC News - Top stories