Tesla Global News #35
Welcome to your briefing on the future. It’s been a historic week for the Musk ecosystem, marked by massive corporate consolidations, a radical pivot for Tesla’s production line, and a rare moment of philosophical reflection from the man himself.
The "Mothership" Arrives: SpaceX Acquires xAI in $1.25 Trillion Merger
Description: Elon Musk has officially consolidated his aerospace and artificial intelligence empires, aiming to move AI computing from Earth to the stars.
In what is being hailed as the most significant corporate move of the decade, SpaceX has acquired xAI, valuing the combined entity at a staggering $1.25 trillion. This merger isn't just about accounting; it's about infrastructure. Musk revealed plans to launch "orbital data centers"—solar-powered AI hubs in space—to solve Earth's growing energy crisis driven by terrestrial computing needs. By folding xAI (and its social platform X) into SpaceX, Musk is creating a vertically integrated "innovation engine" that aims to launch the first space-based AI nodes via Starship as early as this summer.
Elon Musk & GrokAI Merger credit @SkyNews
Tesla’s Great Pivot: Model S and X Discontinued to Favor Robotics
Description: Tesla is officially transitioning from a "car company" to a "physical AI company," shuttering two legacy models to make room for the Optimus revolution.
Tesla fans are witnessing the end of an era and the birth of another. This week, Tesla confirmed it is discontinuing the Model S and Model X to retool its Fremont factory for the mass production of the Optimus Gen 3 humanoid robot. While EV sales saw a dip in 2025, Musk is doubling down on the future of labor and autonomy. The factory floor space once occupied by the flagship sedan and SUV will now focus on scaling Optimus and the Cybercab, with the goal of having thousands of robots rolling off the line by the end of 2026.
Tesla Cybercab
The $800 Billion Question: Musk’s Viral Reflection on Wealth
Description: After becoming the first person in history to surpass a $800 billion net worth, Musk sparked a global debate on the limits of money.
Following the SpaceX-xAI merger, Elon Musk’s personal net worth hit an unprecedented $800 billion. However, it was his social media activity that truly caught the public's eye. On February 5, Musk posted: “Whoever said ‘money can’t buy happiness’ really knew what they were talking about.” The post, accompanied by a sad emoji, has ignited a firestorm of discussion among enthusiasts and critics alike. It serves as a grounded reminder that despite the interplanetary ambitions and trillion-dollar valuations, the human element remains at the core of the mission.
Elon Musk created by Gemini
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