December 5, 08:25 AM • 13258 viewsDecember 4, 02:10 PM • 25981 viewsIn April, Tesla sales in Germany fell by 45. 9% to 885 cars. However, the total number of new electric car registrations increased by 53.5%, and BYD sales increased eightfold.
OpenAI has decided that the non-profit division will continue to control the commercial business. This decision was made after discussions with public leaders and attorneys general's offices.
Elon Musk said that he and Donald Trump agree on 80% of issues. Musk added that he and Trump agree on "getting rid of waste and fraud in government."
After Trump's election, more and more Americans are considering moving to Europe. The number of applications for Irish passports in the US has reached its highest level in 10 years.
The city of Starbase, where Elon Musk's SpaceX is based, has been officially created in Texas. Residents of Boca Chica elected a mayor - SpaceX Vice President Robert Peden.
The Trump administration plans to cut the CIA's staff by about 1,200 employees. Thousands will also be cut from other parts of the U.S. intelligence community.
Tesla sales plummeted across Europe in April, especially in Sweden (-81%). The reasons cited are the growing popularity of Chinese electric vehicles and protests against Elon Musk.
The chair of Tesla's board of directors has denied information about the search for a new CEO. Elon Musk remains in his position, and the board of directors is confident in his plans for the company's development.
Elon Musk stated that his DOGE initiative, aimed at reducing inefficient spending, has not been successful so far. He will oversee budget cuts until the end of 2028.
Tesla's board of directors is actively searching for Elon Musk's successor, discussing it with him and engaging recruitment agencies. The possibility of adding an independent director to the board is also being considered.
Social network X expands opportunities for content creators. Now premium subscribers can upload videos with 4K resolution so as not to switch to other platforms.
Tesla reported that the first Semi electric trucks will roll off the assembly line by the end of 2025. The plant will have an annual capacity of 50,000 units.
ESA Director General calls for increased investment in space to ensure Europe's independence from the United States. This is due to the unstable geopolitical situation and potential changes in US policy.
The Trump administration is preparing to report on its first 100 days. Plans include trade deals, peace talks and changes to immigration policy. Critics point to rights violations and alienation of allies.
The CIA has confirmed the death of Michael Gloss, the son of a senior official who fought for Russia in Ukraine. The family experienced the tragedy in the spring of 2024.
The DOGE Department claimed savings of $160 billion for the U. S. government. Analysis showed the department's actions cost taxpayers $135 billion through staff reductions and more.
Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc. , reported first-quarter revenue that exceeded expectations. Profit rose thanks to advertising and investments in artificial intelligence.
The Trump administration has decided to cut funding for Ukraine's cybersecurity programs. This could weaken the country's defenses and make it an easy target for Russian hackers.
Tesla has launched a robotaxi service for employees in San Francisco and Austin. The company has received permission in California and plans to launch a fully autonomous service in 2025.
After Elon Musk's departure from DOGE, Trump's ministers will have more power over the budget and personnel. Tension in the government has been growing due to Musk's powers and criticism of his decisions.
Tesla's revenue fell to $19. 34 billion due to production upgrades, discounts, and Trump's tariffs. The company plans to launch a robotaxi service in Texas and robot production.
European stocks recovered after Trump's statements about the head of the Federal Reserve and a possible reduction in duties for China. The STOXX 600 index rose by 1.7% amid corporate reports.
Tesla will open a retro restaurant, a car cinema and 30 Supercharger stations in Los Angeles. The project is almost complete.
Tesla's operating profit fell by approximately 71%, and revenue decreased by almost 10%. Elon Musk plans to personally devote more time to managing the company.
Bluesky is introducing a user verification system with blue checkmarks, like on Twitter before the rebranding to X. Selected organizations will be able to verify their employees.
Sam Altman confirmed that OpenAI's electricity bills have increased due to users' politeness to the chatbot. ChatGPT requires $139.7 million per year for electricity alone.
American actor Sean Penn has visited Ukraine for the fourth time since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. He met with fighters of the 3rd Special Operations Regiment and expressed his support for them.
Elon Musk plans to leave his position as head of the Department of Government Efficiency in May 2025 due to fatigue from criticism and unethical attacks. He believes that his departure will not affect the work of DOGE.
On Saturday, April 19, mass protests against the administration of President Donald Trump began in US cities. People spoke out against civil rights violations, attempts to deport immigrants, and cuts to the federal government.
Tesla has accumulated thousands of unsold Cybertrucks and is sharply reducing production. The company is discounting old stock with discounts of up to $10,000, as sales significantly lag behind plans.
