Elon Musk Archives

AppWizard

April 30, 2025

American Oversight v. DOGE, Musk, Davis, Gleason, and Rubio — Use of Signal Messaging App and Google Docs to Circumvent Federal Records Laws

American Oversight has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), and several individuals, including Elon Musk, Marco Rubio, Amy Gleason, and Steve Davis. The lawsuit alleges violations of the Federal Records Act, the Administrative Procedure Act, and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) due to the use of the Signal messenger app and Google Docs, which purportedly compromised public records and transparency in government operations.

AppWizard

April 24, 2025

Technology behind private messaging app Telegram names Maximilian…

The TON Foundation will announce Maximilian Crown as its new CEO on Thursday. This appointment aims to stabilize Telegram, which has a user base of one billion, following the arrest of its founder Pavel Durov in Paris last year. Crown's leadership is seen as a significant step for Telegram, demonstrating its commitment to expanding its multi-functional app amid governmental pressures to access user data. Crown has experience as CFO and COO of MoonPay and has successfully secured operational approvals across various countries. Telegram has transformed into a “Super App,” integrating features such as gaming, shopping, and payment functionalities. The Telegram Open Network (TON) has 41 million active accounts and 121 million Toncoin holders. Toncoin's value is tied to Telegram's fortunes, experiencing fluctuations following Durov's arrest. Concerns have been raised regarding the impact of French authorities' actions on Telegram’s blockchain initiatives, especially related to digital privacy and government oversight. Durov was detained for 96 hours and criticized the scrutiny faced by Telegram, warning against legislative efforts that threaten individual freedoms.

AppWizard

April 23, 2025

Instagram launches new video creation app Edits to rival TikTok

Meta has launched a new app called Edits, designed to simplify video creation and editing for smartphone users. The app allows users to craft and share videos across various social platforms, although it will not serve as a social media feed. Edits includes features like an "inspiration tab" for trending content and audio, as well as an "ideas" space to encourage creativity. The app aims to consolidate the video production process into a single platform, addressing the complexities of using multiple applications. This initiative follows Meta's previous efforts to adapt to changes in social media dynamics, including the launch of Threads in response to user dissatisfaction with Twitter's management.

AppWizard

April 17, 2025

CHARTS: New content brings Marvel Rivals back to Steam Top Ten

Marvel Rivals returned to the Top Ten on Steam, reaching the third highest grossing title after the launch of its second season on April 8th, which introduced a new character, Emma Frost. The Steam Top Ten for the week ending April 15th includes: 1. Counter-Strike 2, Valve 2. Schedule 1, TVGS 3. Marvel Rivals, NetEase 4. Steam Deck, Valve 5. PUBG: Battlegrounds, Krafton 6. REPO, Semiwork 7. Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar 8. Path of Exile 2, Grinding Gear 9. Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios 10. Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom

AppWizard

April 6, 2025

Wrong signal: Donald Trump shoots the messaging app instead of the messmaker

Maher became the non-executive chair at Web Summit after leaving her CEO position last year to lead NPR. She also chairs the Signal Foundation, known for its encrypted messaging service, which was used by Trump administration members during military planning in Yemen, leading to criticism from Trump supporters due to her previous comments about Trump and her advocacy for restricting free speech. Meanwhile, Gordon Hardie, CEO of O-I Glass, received a total compensation package of €1.46 million last year, which included a base salary of €682,322, stock awards, and additional benefits. The University of Limerick recently ceased posting on X due to declining engagement and concerns over content, though it remains open to reconsidering its stance. Peter Vandermeersch, CEO of Mediahuis Ireland, is writing a book titled “Ierland. Guinness, God en Google,” which will explore various aspects of Irish life and culture.

Winsage

April 4, 2025

Microsoft, turning 50, dials up Copilot actions to stay in AI game

Thousands gathered at Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters for a demonstration of a new Excel feature that allows users to sum numbers with a click. The event celebrated Microsoft’s 50th anniversary and highlighted the AI assistant Copilot, which will receive new features for personalization, including remembering personal details, offering reminders, and task delegation. Microsoft is leveraging its technical groundwork to enhance its AI solutions, despite past challenges such as a 1998 antitrust lawsuit and competition from companies like Alphabet and OpenAI. CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the importance of innovation and collaboration for the future. The consumer version of Copilot is designed to have a “warm” personality, though it has been noted to be overly inquisitive at times.

AppWizard

April 3, 2025

Tesla adds security feature to Android with latest software update

Wedbush analyst Dan Ives reported that Tesla delivered 336,681 vehicles in Q1 2025, falling short of Wall Street's forecast of 352,000 and whisper estimates around 350,000. Tesla attributed part of this underperformance to several weeks of production loss while ramping up the new Model Y. Ives described the performance as “a disaster on every metric” and emphasized that it represents a pivotal moment for CEO Elon Musk, who has been increasingly involved in U.S. government affairs, potentially affecting the brand negatively. Following the delivery report, Tesla's stock initially dropped over 5 percent but rebounded by 8 percent, currently trading up over 5 percent at 3.01. This recovery was linked to reports of Musk potentially stepping back from his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Ives expressed optimism about Tesla's future advancements in robotaxi technology and Full Self-Driving capabilities but cautioned that Musk needs to balance his responsibilities with DOGE and leading Tesla to avoid further crises.

AppWizard

April 1, 2025

Minecraft-Like Game ‘Hytopia’ Launches AI Vibe Coding Competition

Hytopia, a Minecraft-inspired crypto voxelverse and world-building game, is hosting a competition for creators to develop web-based mini-games using its SDK and AI-powered "vibe coding." The competition lasts 14 days, from April 1 to April 15, 2025, with a judging period of one week afterward. Participants must ensure their mini-games are at least 80% AI coded. Prizes include ,500 for the winner, ,000 for second place, and 0 for third place. Vibe coding allows users to interact with an AI assistant for coding without needing advanced skills. Hytopia was originally launched in 2022 as NFT Worlds but pivoted to create its own game after Mojang prohibited NFTs on its servers.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Elon Musk’s estranged daughter weighs in on his pro gamer claims: ‘He was a Bronze Torbjörn main. He was f*ing dogsht’

Vivian Jenna Wilson, the estranged daughter of Elon Musk, discussed her father's gaming skills on Hasan Piker's Twitch channel, recalling that when she was 12, Musk was Bronze in Overwatch while she and her twin were not. She suggested he wanted them to play ranked with him to help him win. Musk has admitted to using paid account boosting in games like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2, which has raised questions about his gaming credibility. Wilson has criticized Musk's political views, particularly his support for anti-trans extremism, and described him as "cold" and "narcissistic," alleging he pressured her to appear more masculine. Musk has referred to Wilson, who is transgender, as "dead" and continues to use her birth name, complicating their relationship.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

How to use ChatGPT: A beginner’s guide to the most popular AI chatbot

ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, was launched in late 2022 and has evolved into a versatile tool for tasks such as composing emails, generating essays, brainstorming ideas, translating languages, assisting with coding, and answering questions. OpenAI offers a free version and paid plans for additional features. Users can access ChatGPT via its website or app without creating an account, although registration unlocks features like saving chat history. The user base has grown to over 400 million weekly users within six months. OpenAI's subscription plans include a free tier, a Plus plan at per month, and a Pro plan at 0 per month. ChatGPT can assist with advice, data analysis, browsing, deep research, image generation with DALL·E, and file uploads. Features include Voice Mode for spoken interaction, ChatGPT Canvas for visual organization, and ChatGPT Tasks for scheduling reminders. ChatGPT can also generate images and videos, with the upgraded GPT-4o image generator available to Plus subscribers. The desktop app is available for Windows and MacOS, and users can try ChatGPT without logging in. Accuracy may vary, and users are advised to fact-check responses.