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Elon Musk-led group in surprise $97bn bid for ChatGPT maker

The billionaire's attorney, Marc Toberoff, confirmed he submitted the bid for "all assets" of the company on Monday.

BBC News - 5m

Elon Musk Leads $97.4 Billion Bid to Control OpenAI

The billionaire is leading a group of investors in the unsolicited offer, which complicates the start-up’s plan to raise more money.

The New York Times - 7h

Musk-led investor group offers $97.4 billion for OpenAI — Altman declines

According to The Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk and a group of investors are offering $97.4 billion to take control of OpenAI.

CNBC - 9h

Elon Musk-led group makes surprise bid of nearly $100bn for OpenAI

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO and co-founder, responded that he would not accept and offered to buy X instead. Elon Musk escalated his feud with OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman on Monday. The billionaire ...

The Guardian - 9h

Elon Musk and investors offering $97.4 billion for control of OpenAI, WSJ reports

Elon Musk is leading a group of investors in offering to buy control of OpenAI for $97.4 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.

NBC News - 10h

Democratic polling finds Elon Musk is unpopular

Politico - 4d

Elon Musk-led consortium offers $100bn to take control of OpenAI

Bid complicates chief Sam Altman’s plans to turn artificial intelligence group into for-profit company

Financial Times - 6h

Elon Musk-led investor group offers $97.4bn to buy ChatGPT maker OpenAI – US politics live

X owner deepens battle with OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman over the future of the company, claiming he wants to return company to being a ‘force for good’. Elon Musk-led group makes surprise bid of ...

The Guardian - 9h

Elon Musk-led investor group offers $97.4 billion for control of OpenAI

Billionaire Elon Musk is leading a group of investors in a $97.4 billion bid to take control of artificial intelligence pioneer OpenAI.

CBS News - 9h

FirstFT: Elon Musk-led group offers $100bn to take control of OpenAI

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Financial Times - 10h

Sam Altman says 'no thank you' to Musk-led group's bid for control of OpenAI

OpenAI CEO and co-founder Sam Altman appeared to shut down a reported offer from an investor group led by Elon Musk to buy the nonprofit that controls OpenAI, marking the latest back-and-forth ...

The Hill - 10h

Democrats demand conflict-of-interest answers over Elon Musk ‘Doge’ role

Adam Schiff warns in letter to White House that Trump ally may use role to ‘shield his companies from federal scrutiny’. The California senator Adam Schiff has demanded answers about Elon Musk ’s ...

The Guardian - 11h

Dear Democrats: Stop thinking you are smarter than Republicans.

Democrats have underestimated their opponents, including Donald Trump, by treating them as "dumb" and "unintelligent", which has led to many election losses. It is time for Democrats to start ...

The Hill - 13h

Elon Musk’s assault on the US federal bureaucracy

Supposed efficiency drive is providing cover for a power grab by the executive branch

Financial Times - 13h

A tidal wave of resistance is coming for Elon Musk

Musk’s outrageous behavior is lighting a fresh fire under Democrats in Congress.

The Hill - 16h

What would happen if Musk tries to defy court orders?

With Musk flirting with defying court orders or targeting judges, the third branch of government might soon confront an unprecedented scenario in modern history.

ABC News - 20h

Elon Musk’s gutting of US agencies is illegal, experts say. How do you muzzle Doge?

World’s richest man has unleashed a flurry moves ranging from compromising Americans’ private data to nearly upending USAid. Where does it stop?. In 2022, the Pentagon proudly announced a ...

The Guardian - 21h

Legal experts warn of 'constitutional crisis' as JD Vance and Elon Musk question judges' authority over Trump

Legal and constitutional experts warned Sunday that the United States could be headed toward a "constitutional crisis" or a "breakdown of the system" after Vice President JD Vance suggested judges ...

NBC News - 1d

How Elon Musk is using tech to DOGE the government

Elon Musk is using his tech and leadership playbook in a crusade against the federal bureaucracy as he and his allies attempt to gain access to sensitive information and use emerging tech to speed ...

The Hill - 1d

Ella Baron on Elon Musk butchering USAid – cartoon

The Guardian - 1d

Elon Musk Does Not Want to Buy TikTok

The mogul says acquiring already-established companies like TikTok is not really his style.

Inc. - 2d

Federal judge blocks Elon Musk’s access to US Treasury data

Order follows legal challenge by 19 Democratic state attorneys-general over risk to sensitive information

Financial Times - 2d

ChatGPT, can you write my new novel for me? Och aye, ye preenin’ Sassenach | Gareth Rubin

Let’s see if AI can take the faff – the actual writing bit – out of penning a Shakespearean thriller with a Scottish villain. The monsters of artificial intelligence are coming for you. They will ...

The Guardian - 2d

Elon Musk and how the left makes monsters of us all

Liberals are finding out that when you try to silence all dissent, you create thousands of outcasts.

The Hill - 2d

Who is part of DOGE leader Elon Musk's family?

Elon Musk is taking an influential Washington role but remains private about his family and life out of the spotlight.

The Hill - 2d

Who is helping Elon Musk gut the US government?

The billionaire’s cost-cutting ‘Doge’ staff includes wealthy executives, far-right ideologues and young engineers. Elon Musk’s rapid attempt to defund and depopulate the federal government has ...

The Guardian - 2d

What does Elon Musk believe?

The man given free rein by Trump to crusade against the federal government supported Democrats until 2022. But some of Musk’s longstanding positions lead a straight line to his far-right ...

The Guardian - 2d

How Sam Altman Sidestepped Elon Musk to Win Over Donald Trump

After helping President Trump get elected, Elon Musk was poised to dominate the country’s A.I. policies. Then Mr. Altman sneaked into the White House.

The New York Times - 2d

Democrats Take Aim at Elon Musk

It’s the first sign of unified opposition for a rudderless and leaderless Democratic Party.

The New York Times - 3d

Inside Elon Musk's government takeover

A tech-focused media outlet has become a premiere source for breaking news on Elon Musk, his inner circle and their efforts to reshape the federal government. Katie Drummond, global editorial ...

CBS News - 3d

This Is How Democrats Can Counter Elon Musk

Recklessness will not get us to a revitalized government, but neither will excessive caution and addiction to procedure.

The New York Times - 3d

Can anyone stop Elon Musk’s hostile takeover of the US government?

The billionaire’s aggressive efficiency drive has critics warning of a constitutional crisis. Allies say he’s just getting started

Financial Times - 3d

$62,000 for the Super Bowl. $1 Million for Formula 1. How Much Would You Pay for a Sporting Event?

Private and customizable “ultraluxe” packages are increasingly in demand. Here’s what (a lot of) money can buy at upcoming events.

The New York Times - 3d

Elon Musk vs The US Government

Musk says "it's now or never" for his revolution

BBC News - 4d

WATCH: Screaming match erupts among house lawmakers over motion to subpoena Elon Musk

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee attempted to subpoena Elon Musk to testify but the procedural motion quickly turned into screaming and name-calling.

ABC News - 5d