X Corp
Coverage of X Corp in the Nexus archive.
- Tesla Robotaxi service now goes to SFO
Tesla announced its Robotaxi service now extends to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The announcement was made via X by the Tesla AI account and reshared by Elon Musk, who highlighted the effort required to secure approval.
- Elon Musk's posts about making an espresso in FSD are being scrutinized in a Tesla investigation
Tesla is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) over Elon Musk's X posts suggesting Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology allows drivers to text and make espresso while using the system. Regulators asked Tesla to clarify if these claims align with FSD's capabilities and whether the company has measures to prevent misuse, following prior legal issues over FSD's promotion.
- Musk plans 'historically accurate' film on 'The Odyssey' after Lupita Nyong'o cast as Helen of Troy
Elon Musk announced via X that his AI tool Grok Imagine will produce a 'historically accurate' full-length film of Homer's ancient Greek poem before year-end.
- BJP Kerala chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar says protests are democratic, but violence and anarchy are not
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated that protests are a democratic right but emphasized that violence, anarchy, and lawlessness are not part of democracy. He made these comments in a post on X, where he distinguished between peaceful protests and undemocratic actions.
- Mamdani says NYC can't arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu, calls on federal government to do so
Mamdani stated that his administration lacks the legal authority to enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu and called on the federal government to take action. The statement was made in a video message posted on X.
- Mamdani admits he can’t arrest Netanyahu — but rips him as ‘war criminal’ not welcome in NYC
Mamdani acknowledged his administration cannot arrest Netanyahu if he visits New York City, but criticized him as a 'war criminal' not welcome in NYC. The statement was made in a video posted on X.
- EXCLUSIVE: Nick Shirley fires back at Minnesota critics: 'Numbers don't lie, and convictions don't lie'
Nick Shirley, an independent journalist known for his YouTube videos, discusses his rise to prominence through reporting on the Minnesota fraud investigation and other high-profile stories. He emphasizes his focus on primary sources and criticizes mainstream media for overlooking issues like the fentanyl crisis. Shirley also shares experiences from dangerous locations like Brazil and Kenya.
- Ex-‘Squad’ Rep. Jamaal Bowman whines in cringey video he wasn’t interviewed about DSA as Dem rift grows
Jamaal Bowman posted a cringey X video arguing a report elevated a Democratic establishment lobbyist over him, prompting Queens Borough President Donovan Richards to call the DSA 'white supremacy.'
- Saudi, UAE ministers use social media to signal unity after months of tension
Saudi and UAE officials posted similar social media messages affirming their countries' historical ties and leadership, following months of tension between the two Gulf monarchies. The posts by Saudi Minister Salman Al-Dosary and UAE's Abdulla bin Mohammed Alhamed were released simultaneously on X.
- Kuwaiti army intercepts Iranian missiles and drones
The Kuwaiti Air Defences are intercepting Iranian missiles and drones in response to 'hostile' threats, as stated in an official army statement. The action is described as a response to 'sinful Iranian aggression' in a post on X.
- US military completes its latest strikes on Iran, marking the 10th successive night of attacks
The U.S. military completed its latest strikes on Iran, targeting military command centers, missile and drone launch sites, maritime capabilities, and air defense systems. This marks the 10th consecutive night of American strikes on Iran, with the latest round lasting about five hours.
- X relaunches a rebuilt Android app after year-long effort
X has relaunched a rebuilt Android app after a year-long effort. The updated app is now available globally.
- E.U. hits AliExpress with a record €550 million fine for allowing illegal product sales
The European Union imposed a record €550 million fine on AliExpress for allowing illegal product sales, marking the largest penalty under the Digital Services Act, surpassing previous fines against X and Temu.
- ‘Politicians come and go’: Larry the cat welcomes 7th prime minister
Larry the cat, the U.K.’s Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office, has welcomed his seventh prime minister at No. 10 Downing St. since 2011. The cat has served under six prime ministers, including David Cameron and Keir Starmer, and now prepares to greet incoming leader Andy Burnham. Larry is a media figure with over 900,000 followers on X, often commenting on politics.
- Kuwaiti army intercepts Iranian missiles and drones
The Kuwaiti army intercepted Iranian missiles and drones, according to an official statement. The action was described as a response to 'the sinful Iranian aggression' by the Kuwaiti Air Defences in a post on X.
- UK consulate in Palestine account suspended on X
The UK consulate in Jerusalem's X account was suspended, likely due to a post criticizing Israel's use of administrative detention against Palestinians. The post highlighted over 9,000 detainees held without charge or trial and referenced the abduction of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiyah by Israeli forces.
- 'Politicians come and go': Larry the cat welcomes 7th prime minister
Larry the cat, the UK’s chief mouser at 10 Downing Street, has welcomed his seventh prime minister since 2011. He is transitioning from Keir Starmer to Andy Burnham, maintaining his role amidst political changes. Larry’s social media presence and media appearances highlight his status as a Downing Street icon.
- EU hits AliExpress with a record 550 million-euro fine over unsafe and counterfeit goods
The European Commission fined AliExpress 550 million euros for failing to address unsafe and counterfeit products on its platform under the Digital Services Act. This follows similar fines against Temu and X, with AliExpress disputing the 'disproportionate' penalty and committing to compliance improvements.
- EU hits AliExpress with a record 550 million-euro fine over unsafe and counterfeit goods
The European Commission fined AliExpress 550 million euros for failing to address unsafe and counterfeit products on its platform under the Digital Services Act. The fine, the largest ever for DSA breaches, follows similar penalties for Temu and X, with AliExpress disputing the 'disproportionate' amount and vowing to review the decision. Alibaba, AliExpress' operator, also faces a U.S. $600 million settlement for selling illegal pharmaceuticals.
- US expands attacks on Iran after death of another American service member
U.S. forces conducted a ninth consecutive day of strikes against Iran following the death of an American service member in Iraq. The attacks targeted Iranian military command centers, air defense, and coastal areas, as confirmed by U.S. Central Command on social platform X.
- Nine people shot in southeast Denver
Nine people were injured in a shooting at a southeast Denver nightclub near East Hampden Avenue and South Dayton Street early Monday. Eight victims were transported to hospitals, and police are investigating to identify suspects.
- Kuwaiti air defences responding to Iranian attacks for a second time
Kuwaiti air defences have been activated for a second time in response to Iranian attacks. The Kuwaiti Army confirmed that explosions are caused by air defense systems intercepting hostile targets and urged the public to follow safety instructions.
- Centcom claims attacks on Iranian command centres, air defence facilities, coastal surveillance
The US Central Command reported completing nine consecutive nights of strikes against Iran, targeting military command centers, air defense facilities, coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes Pete Hegseth’s tribute to killed U.S. servicemembers
Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized Pete Hegseth’s social media post honoring two U.S. service members killed in Jordan due to Iranian strikes. She argued against describing their deaths as a 'sacrifice'.
- Iran could 'target unspecified locations' in central Manama, US embassy in Bahrain warns
The US Embassy in Bahrain warned that Iran may target unspecified locations in central Manama. It advised American citizens to stay alert and follow guidance from local and embassy authorities.
- ‘We noticed a login from a new device’: the message from fraudsters targeting your X account
Fraudsters are targeting X accounts by sending emails about new logins from unfamiliar devices to steal passwords, aiming to commit crypto scams and phishing attacks. The emails mimic security alerts to deceive users into revealing sensitive information.
- US defence secretary says deaths of US service members ‘stiffens our resolve‘
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to Iran's killing of two US service members in Jordan, stating their sacrifice stiffens resolve.
- Iranian leader calls Trump’s signature ‘worthless and invalid’ as war rages
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei criticized President Trump’s signature on a U.S.-Tehran ceasefire agreement as 'utterly worthless and devoid of credibility,' accusing the U.S. of breaching the agreement. He cited renewed U.S. strikes as evidence of the agreement's invalidity.
- X and music publishers quietly settle opposing lawsuits
X and music publishers have settled opposing lawsuits. The original lawsuit, filed in 2023, alleged that Twitter hosted thousands of cases of copyright infringement.
- Money Expert Andrea Woroch shares tips on saving while preparing for the upcoming school year
Money expert Andrea Woroch shared tips on saving money for the upcoming school year during an appearance on WGN News. She encouraged viewers to visit her social media pages for additional financial advice.
- Centcom says US military completes seventh consecutive wave of strikes on Iran
US Central Command (Centcom) conducted the seventh consecutive wave of strikes on Iran, targeting surveillance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage facilities, and maritime assets. The operation used fighter aircraft, drones, warships, and other military assets, with Centcom enforcing a naval blockade against Iranian ports and over 50,000 US service members deployed in the Middle East.
- Tesla's newest set of wheels is a $225 bike for toddlers
Tesla launched a $225 pedal-less balance bike for children aged 2-5, which is already out of stock on its website. The bike, part of Tesla's expanding product line for young customers, faces comparisons to both affordable and premium children's bikes. The release has drawn online jokes about Tesla prioritizing a kids' bike over its delayed Roadster electric hypercar.
- US military says it destroyed Iranian port surveillance tower
The US military destroyed the Chabahar Shahid Kalantari Port surveillance tower in Iran, which was part of a maritime surveillance network along Iran's Gulf of Oman coastline. The network was used by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to track and target commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
- No US troops in the region recently killed or captured, Centcom says
The US military denied Iran's claims of attacking al-Tanf Garrison in Syria and capturing or killing American troops. Centcom stated that no US troops in the region have recently been killed or captured.
- Sophie Cunningham manages to anger both the left and right with a simple social media post
Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star, posted on X questioning how to save farmland and stop data centers, angering both political left and right. The post went viral with 8 million views, sparking debates about rural America, tech influence, and environmental priorities.
- Airbnb CEO says X account was hacked, attacker posted AI-slop on tokenization
Airbnb CEO's X account was hacked, and the attacker posted content related to AI and tokenization. The incident highlights a cybersecurity breach involving a high-profile executive's social media account.
- Qatar says it intercepted attacks
Qatar intercepted a missile attack targeting the country, as announced by the Ministry of Defense of State of Qatar. The announcement followed several blasts heard in the capital, with the defense ministry confirming the interception on X.
- Platner accuser rips Sen. Whitehouse for dismissing her accusations due to politics: ‘Truly pathetic’
Lyndsey Fifiled, an accuser of Platner, criticized Sen. Whitehouse for dismissing her allegations due to political reasons. She accused the senator of publicly condemning her without verifying the facts in June.
- Wild video shows pitiful NYC street fight between skateboarder and Mercedes driver — and one of them ends up regretting it
A skateboarder and a Mercedes driver engaged in a physical altercation in New York City's East Village, captured in a viral video showing the skateboard being used as a weapon. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, ended with one participant expressing regret, though details remain unclear.
- Big tech, AI and the future of Nigerian Journalism, By Shuaib S. Agaka
Nigeria has announced an investigation into Google, Meta, X, and generative AI platforms, with the potential to redefine the relationship between technology, artificial intelligence, and journalism. The article suggests this could mark a pivotal moment in Nigeria's approach to Big Tech and AI in the digital age.