As Elon Musk’s power has grown, he’s become a world leader in his own right. Now he’s using it to boost extreme right-wing movements around the world. Part of it is political, but he also wants to make his power and wealth will not be challenged.
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Elon Musk is elevating the global extreme right
The billionaire wants to advance his political program while preserving his power and wealth
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“Apple has long owned the high end of the smartphone market — but in China, Huawei has become the hip brand for young people, and the shift is starting to show up in sales figures. Tesla is facing a similar problem with Chinese brands like Nio, Li Auto, and BYD. (Nio, in particular, has developed a cult following that’s remarkably similar to Tesla’s rabid U.S. fan base.)”
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Why are Apple and Tesla losing ground in China?
The Chinese market isn’t quite as untapped as U.S. companies thought.
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Silicon Valley isn’t delivering products that actually improve people’s lives anymore — and you’re right to be angry about it. On #TechWontSaveUs, I spoke to @npub1w5g7...g3mv about the state of the industry and why the AI hype makes no sense. Listen to the full episode:
Tech Won't Save Us
Silicon Valley Deserves Your Anger w/ Ed Zitron - Tech Won’t Save Us
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Going to see DUNE: PART TWO this weekend? Don’t forget to join me, Ed Ongweso Jr, and @npub143cw...59ma next Friday to chat all about the movie and connect it to our own Luddite resurgence. Set a reminder: #tech #dune #duneparttwo image