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Ubisoft shares fall 34% after announcing reorganization, studio closures, and cancelling six games amid financial struggles.
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Ubisoft Restructures, Cancels Games as Shares Plunge

Ubisoft Shares Drop After Major Shake-Up Ubisoft shares fell 34% on Thursday…

OpenAI chair Bret Taylor says AI is likely a bubble, predicts market correction and consolidation in coming years.
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OpenAI Chair Bret Taylor: AI Is ‘Probably’ a Bubble

OpenAI Chair Bret Taylor Warns AI May Be a Bubble Bret Taylor,…

# Elon Musk Becomes World's First Trillionaire Following SpaceX IPO Success Elon Musk has officially become the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX made a historic debut on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The milestone further strengthens Musk's position as the richest person on the planet and highlights the growing influence of his business empire. According to financial reports, Musk's net worth reached approximately $1.11 trillion after SpaceX shares surged during their first day of public trading. Investors showed strong confidence in the company, driving its market value to an impressive $2.2 trillion. ## SpaceX Makes History on Nasdaq SpaceX launched its initial public offering (IPO) with shares priced at $135 each. However, strong investor demand pushed the opening price to $150. During trading, shares climbed as high as $176.50 before settling around $161 at market close. The IPO raised approximately $75 billion from investors, making it one of the largest public offerings ever recorded. The successful launch reflects growing interest in the space industry, artificial intelligence, and future technology projects linked to Musk. ## Musk's Massive Ownership Stake Musk owns about 42% of SpaceX, giving him significant control over the company and its long-term direction. Bloomberg estimates that Musk's SpaceX holdings are worth around $767 billion. In addition, he holds billions of dollars in SpaceX stock options. His wealth also includes major holdings in Tesla, where his shares and stock options add hundreds of billions more to his fortune. The combined value of these assets pushed his total net worth beyond the trillion-dollar mark for the first time in history. ## Growing Debate Over Wealth Inequality Musk's trillionaire status has renewed discussions about wealth inequality around the world. His personal fortune now rivals the annual economic output of some developed nations, including Poland and Switzerland. Supporters argue that Musk's wealth reflects innovation, entrepreneurship, and successful investment in transformative technologies. Critics, however, question whether such concentrated wealth is healthy for society and the global economy. ## Political Influence Under Scrutiny Beyond business, Musk remains one of the most influential figures in global politics. He has publicly supported political causes and candidates, including US President Donald Trump's re-election campaign. Musk also played a leading role in government efficiency initiatives that focused on reducing public spending. Some of those measures attracted criticism from humanitarian organizations and policy experts who warned about their potential social impact. ## What Comes Next for SpaceX? The successful stock market debut provides SpaceX with substantial financial resources to expand its operations. The company is expected to invest heavily in space exploration, satellite communications, artificial intelligence, and future technological innovations. As SpaceX enters a new chapter as a publicly traded company, investors and industry experts will closely watch its next moves. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's record-breaking fortune continues to reshape discussions about business, technology, and wealth in the modern era.
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Tesla Robotaxis to Roll Out Across U.S. by Year-End, Musk Says

Musk Says Tesla Robotaxis Will Be Widespread in U.S. by Year-End Tesla…

Alibaba plans to list its AI chip unit T-Head, aiming to restructure it with employee stakes before exploring an IPO.
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Alibaba to Take AI Chip Unit T-Head Public

China’s Alibaba is preparing to list its semiconductor arm, T-Head, Bloomberg News…

EY’s Julie Teigland says companies must train employees and redesign roles to get real productivity gains from AI.
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EY: Invest in People and Redesign Roles to Gain From AI

Companies Must Invest in People to Benefit From AI Companies will not…

Spotify launches AI-driven “prompted playlist” for premium users in US and Canada, letting them customize and refresh playlists.
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Spotify Rolls Out AI ‘Prompted Playlist’ for Premium Users

Spotify has launched a new AI-driven feature called “prompted playlist” for premium…

Texas braces for a major ice storm, but officials say power grid upgrades since 2021 make a widespread outage unlikely.
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Texas Prepares for Ice Storm: Is the Power Grid Ready?

Texas faces freezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills this weekend, raising questions…

NYC sues Dr. Phil’s son Jordan McGraw to block release of NYPD footage, citing safety risks for officers and sensitive material.
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NYC Sues Dr. Phil’s Son Over NYPD ‘Behind the Badge’ Footage

New York City is suing Jordan McGraw, the son of TV personality…

Judge blocks FBI from accessing Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson’s devices, allowing her to review the case first.
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Judge Blocks FBI From Reporter’s Devices

FBI Blocked From Examining Devices Taken From Washington Post Reporter A federal…

$100M jewelry heist suspect Jeson Flores self-deports to South America, avoiding trial and leaving victims without answers.
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$100M Jewelry Heist Suspect Avoids Trial by Self-Deporting

Federal immigration authorities allowed a suspect in a $100 million jewelry heist…

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