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SpaceX and Tesla formed committees to discuss a possible merger, Musk says
Elon Musk, CEO of both SpaceX and Tesla, said he supports combining the two companies and that special shareholder committees already exist to discuss a possible merger, though the final decision rests with them. Musk noted that, as a party with a conflict of interest, he cannot take part in the discussions. His remarks came during SpaceX's third-quarter earnings call, in which the company reported net income of US$4.4 billion and revenue of US$14.6 billion, up 161% year over year.
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WSJ: Musk ordered Starlink speed limits, leaving Ukrainian drones "practically unusable"
The Wall Street Journal reported that Elon Musk, founder and CEO of SpaceX, ordered limits on the connection speed of Starlink satellites used by Ukraine for its defense, a restriction denounced by President Volodymyr Zelensky. According to the newspaper, citing U.S. government sources and people familiar with the situation, the measure left some Ukrainian drones "practically unusable." Musk and Donald Trump discussed the matter in a call after the limit became public, though they had already addressed it before, and SpaceX sought to agree on a common message with the White House.
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Mexico seeks to develop chip suppliers and certify 20,000 technology students
Mexico's Ministry of Economy agreed with Canieti to convene semiconductor companies to identify projects that could be developed in Mexico and to learn about the obstacles their suppliers face. In parallel, the Digital Transformation and Telecommunications Agency (ATDT) aims to certify at least 20,000 students in the second cohort of its technology training program, with courses designed around companies' hiring needs. Both efforts were presented at Canieti's National Convention.
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Musk explores merging Tesla and SpaceX into an AI conglomerate valued at over $3 trillion
Tesla and SpaceX are studying a merger that would create an artificial intelligence-focused conglomerate with a potential valuation above $3 trillion. Elon Musk said both companies formed special committees to analyze the integration, though they have not agreed on terms and there is no guarantee of a deal. The announcement coincides with SpaceX's results: revenue rose 161% to $14.6 billion in the third quarter and it posted net income of $4.4 billion.
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Netflix grows at its slowest pace in three years, fueling doubts over stagnating audience
Netflix posted revenue of $12.9 billion in the third quarter, up 12% year on year, its slowest percentage growth in three years. Net profit was $3.66 billion, up about 44%. Despite beating analyst expectations, its shares fell around 5% after the market close and have lost nearly 45% of their value this year. The company, with just over 325 million subscribers, expects to close the year with revenue of $51.1 billion.
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Lawsuits against Coco and Serve Robotics in Chicago over customers' biometric data
Two Chicago customers filed separate class-action lawsuits in Cook County court on October 9 against Coco Robotics and Serve Robotics. They allege the delivery robots scanned their faces and hands without consent, using cameras and LiDAR sensors, when they picked up orders they had not requested via robot delivery. They accuse the companies of violating the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act and seek $1,000 per negligent violation or $5,000 per intentional violation. Both companies deny the allegations.
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Musk says he is exploring a merger of SpaceX and Tesla, which would be the largest merger in history
Elon Musk announced he is exploring a merger of SpaceX and Tesla, a deal that would create a technology giant among the five largest companies in the world by market value. The boards of both companies set up special committees to explore the transaction, which has no agreed terms yet. SpaceX is valued at $2.01 trillion and Tesla at $1.48 trillion. The announcement came during the analyst call after SpaceX's results, whose third-quarter revenue was $14.6 billion, up 160%.
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"Bolsonaro Bombshell": Flávio Bolsonaro uses AI to create a militant woman
A journalistic investigation revealed that Flávio Bolsonaro's campaign disbursed 600,000 reais to a company linked to AI tools for political influence operations. The case centers on Julia Cortez, a figure who amassed more than 500,000 Instagram followers with manipulated videos in which she appears alongside the candidate and who also promotes paid erotic content.
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AI-powered Simbe Robotics robots roam Los Angeles supermarkets and raise shopper distrust
Supermarkets in Los Angeles have added Tally robots from Simbe Robotics to support logistics tasks. The machines, about 1.8 meters tall with wheels, cameras, sensors and a screen, move through aisles to check inventory, spot out-of-stock or misplaced products and verify shelf prices. Some shoppers say they feel uncomfortable or followed; the manufacturer says the robots do not identify or track personal data. Employees and unions are asking for clarity on the labor effects of automation. In September the company reported more than 3,000 units contracted worldwide.
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China criticizes US ban on DeepSeek use in its agencies
China questioned the US government's decision to ban the use of DeepSeek's artificial intelligence in its agencies. Mao Ning, spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, rejected the use of national security arguments to intervene in technological and commercial matters. The US Department of Homeland Security ordered a ban on DeepSeek products and third-party tools built with that AI, and their removal from computer devices, a measure that adds to the US Navy's internal ban in January 2025.
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40% of financial institutions report profitability gains thanks to artificial intelligence
A report on artificial intelligence adoption indicates that 40% of the financial institutions surveyed reported improvements in their financial results associated with the use of this technology, applied in operational processes, customer service, fraud detection and credit risk assessment. In Colombia, 81% of credit institutions use AI in their processes, according to the Financial Superintendence cited in the report. 55% of institutions still struggle to measure the value generated, a share that rises to 76% among large entities.
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Bernie Sanders criticizes Elon Musk for prioritizing AI "pain" over risks to humans
US Senator Bernie Sanders questioned the ethical priorities in the development of artificial intelligence and criticized Elon Musk for worrying about the possible "suffering" of AI models while promoting robots that could replace millions of workers. The discussion arose after Musk backed an Anthropic decision on restrictions against cruel behavior toward AI models. Sanders also warned about job displacement and the concentration of automation benefits in large companies.
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Facundo Manes and Rebeca Hwang to speak at +CTG 2026 on the human edge over AI
The 11th edition of +CTG, the Latin American Creative Economy Summit, will take place from October 28 to 30 in Cartagena with more than 60 speakers. Among them will be Argentine neuroscientist Facundo Manes and entrepreneur and investor Rebeca Hwang, who will discuss why human skills will remain decisive for making the most of artificial intelligence. Manes argues that emotions, empathy and critical thinking are the human competitive advantage; Hwang describes a "trust economy" and the profiles of "AI mutants" and "superhumans".
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China proposes export controls on solar know-how and places 12 technologies under supervision
China proposed adding 12 photovoltaic technologies to its export control system, aimed at more strictly supervising the international transfer of know-how and equipment for manufacturing solar components. The proposal covers technologies to produce polysilicon, wafers and photovoltaic cells, and includes developments such as perovskite, tandem and fluidized bed processes, while TOPCon, HJT and XBC would be subject to specific restrictions.
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A 19-year-old earns 700,000 euros with a 3D printing business in his parents' basement
Mike Satterlee, a 19-year-old American, launched a 3D printing business from his parents' basement that billed more than 700,000 euros. According to the account, he had barely graduated from high school when he started the company, whose flagship product went viral on social media. Satterlee himself says he "doesn't even consider it work".
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What ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Meta AI do with your conversations and how to stop them training on your chats
Conversations with AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Meta AI may include information that is stored, subjected to review or used to train models, according to El Tiempo. The outlet notes that chatbots have become everyday tools for reviewing contracts, drafting emails, asking personal questions or analyzing work documents, and addresses how to prevent those chats from being used for training and what data should never be typed.
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Google pauses multibillion-dollar data center investment in Spain pending government decree
Google has paused a multibillion-dollar investment in data centers in Spain while it awaits a government decree, according to Xataka. The outlet notes that northern Europe, led by Finland, concentrates Google's data center facilities on the continent, while the south remains almost empty. Spain had appeared as the candidate to fill that gap.
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Elon Musk and Anthropic disagree on how to distribute the wealth generated by AI
Anthropic has committed to doing everything in its power to mitigate the impact that the development of artificial intelligence is already having on the labor market, according to Xataka. The U.S. lab, one of the most important in the sector, is at odds with Elon Musk over how to distribute the wealth generated by AI.
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GMO AI & Robotics launches a clothing collection for humanoid robots with United Arrows
Japanese company GMO AI & Robotics, part of the GMO Internet group, announced a clothing collection for humanoid robots in collaboration with the brand United Arrows. According to the company, the aim is to foster a sense of closeness and familiarity and to improve the connection between androids and humans in public and commercial settings.
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Nubenet expands connectivity in Rosario, Funes and Alvear and adds digital TV with DGO
Nubenet, a telecommunications company based in Rosario, is going through a stage of growth and regional expansion: in addition to its presence in Rosario, it operates in Funes and Alvear. The firm is strengthening its infrastructure, adding connectivity at mass events such as the Bandera Festival, and integrating digital television through DGO along with a new self-management app.
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