Articles about Elon Musk

OpEd: It's not you, AI conversations are really hard right now

While AI is getting tangibly real, there is utter madness on the dealmaking side, and it’s nearly impossible to talk about AI outside the expert sphere.

Musk departs from DOGE as 130-day tenure ends

The SA-born tech billionaire leaves the US Department of Government Efficiency, a temporary unit aimed at reducing spending and cutting jobs.

ICASA investigates alleged unlawful use of Starlink in SA

The regulator institutes a formal investigation to ascertain the veracity of claims that Starlink may be unlawfully offering its services in SA.

Ramaphosa touts SA’s democracy as Starlink debate heats up

President Cyril Ramaphosa contends South Africa will follow democratic due process when it comes to licensing LEO satellites, with no preference given to any provider.

Malatsi proposes alternative path to bring Starlink to SA

Communications minister Solly Malatsi gazettes a draft policy direction that potentially clears the way for tech billionaire Elon Musk’s Starlink to operate locally.

OpEd: Starlink nearly took SA down a dangerous road

How diplomacy over telecoms regulation was balanced against international political pressure on a global stage.

Ramaphosa pleads SA’s case for US tech to curb crime

President Cyril Ramaphosa appeals for US tech-driven reinforcements to fight crime against all races, during a fiery meet-up with US president Donald Trump.

President to act in the interests of SA amid Starlink stand-off

Ahead of the high-stakes meeting with US president Donald Trump, president Cyril Ramaphosa says his delegation will do what is best for SA on Starlink licensing.

Elon Musk takes aim at SA ahead of president's US visit

The South African-born billionaire says government will not grant Starlink a licence because he is not black.

Regulatory crackdown for social media in 2025

The tides will shift for social media companies, as comprehensive data privacy and consumer protection laws take shape, says GlobalData.

Elon Musk's xAI acquires X social media platform

The combination will unlock potential by blending xAI’s AI capability with X’s wide reach, says the South African-born tech billionaire.

Analysis: US tech giants put diplomatic differences aside in SA

Google and Microsoft’s sustained investments in cloud services and AI infrastructure highlight SA’s strategic importance to these tech giants.