April 24, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, Michelle begins with a welcome and introduction before recapping SpaceX's recent triple launch, including a mission to the ISS. The episode delves into Tesla's testing of the "Full Self-Driving Supervised" ride-hail service, providing detailed insights. Attention shifts to Neuralink's latest funding round and its position amid growing competition. The discussion also covers X Corporation's ongoing legal battle concerning AI and deepfake legislation. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and a reminder for listeners to follow the podcast for continued updates on these evolving stories.
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(00:00):
Welcome to the Elon Musk Daily Briefing, yourdaily update on the latest from Elon Musk and
(00:05):
his companies.
I’m your host, AI Michelle, and this is aMagicPod, produced by PodcastAI.
Want to create your own MagicPod?
Check the link in the show notes.
Let’s dive in.
First up...
SpaceX has once again demonstrated itsincredible prowess in the world of space
(00:28):
exploration.
In a stunning display of efficiency andcoordination, Elon Musk's aerospace company
launched three Falcon 9 rockets from threedifferent launch pads in less than 37 hours.
This ambitious operation kicked off on Sunday,April 20th, with the launch of the NROL-145
mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base inCalifornia, a project for the United States
(00:53):
National Reconnaissance Office.
This marks the tenth flight dedicated to theNRO's new 'proliferated architecture' of spy
satellites, showcasing SpaceX's ability tosupport critical national security missions.
Following that, SpaceX launched its 32nd cargomission to the International Space Station for
NASA from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
(01:16):
This mission, which took place early Mondaymorning, April 21st, highlights the ongoing
partnership between SpaceX and NASA, as theycontinue to push the boundaries of what is
possible in space logistics and supply chainmanagement.
The third launch was a spectacular ridesharemission from Cape Canaveral Space Force
(01:36):
Station, also in Florida, on Monday night.
Dubbed Bandwagon-3, this mission carried adiverse payload, including a spy satellite for
the South Korean government, a private Europeanreentry capsule, and a weather-forecasting
satellite for Tomorrow Companies Inc.
This launch underscores SpaceX's commitment toproviding innovative and flexible solutions for
(01:59):
a wide variety of international partners andcommercial clients.
SpaceX proudly highlighted this spaceflighttripleheader on X, the social media platform
owned by Elon Musk, noting that the threelaunches occurred within a span of about 36
hours.
While impressive, this isn't a record forSpaceX, which last month launched three Falcon
(02:21):
9 missions in just 13 hours.
Nevertheless, the company has already conducted46 Falcon 9 launches in 2025, alongside two
test missions of its Starship megarocket, whichis intended to pave the way for humanity's
future on the Moon and Mars.
Tesla has taken a significant step forward inits ambitious journey toward launching a fully
(02:44):
autonomous ride-hailing service.
The company has begun testing its "FullSelf-Driving Supervised" ride-hail service with
employees in Austin, Texas, and the SanFrancisco Bay Area.
This marks a critical phase as Tesla gears upfor an anticipated robotaxi launch this summer.
The new "FSD Supervised" service is currentlyavailable to a select group of Tesla employees
(03:08):
in these regions.
This initiative is designed to meticulouslydevelop and validate Tesla's Full Self-Driving
networks, the accompanying mobile application,vehicle allocation strategies, and mission
control operations.
As noted on Tesla's X account, the service hasalready completed over 1,500 trips and logged
15,000 miles of driving, highlighting therigorous testing underway.
(03:34):
Tesla's approach mirrors that of otherautonomous vehicle pioneers, such as Waymo, who
routinely begin their commercial servicerollout with employee testing.
By doing so, Tesla aims to fine-tune itssystems and ensure reliability before opening
the service to the general public.
The company is preparing to launch its robotaxiservice in Austin in June, with Chief Executive
(03:58):
Officer Elon Musk indicating that 10 to 20vehicles will be operational on the first day
of service.
Interestingly, while Tesla made headlines lastyear with the unveiling of its futuristic
Cybercab concept, the initial phase ofoperations will utilize existing models like
the Tesla Model 3.
(04:18):
These vehicles have been retrofitted withscreens in the back seat area, providing
passengers with information on estimated timeof arrival, climate control, music options, and
an emergency stop button.
Despite the excitement surrounding thisinitiative, Tesla is exercising caution.
A safety driver will be present in the vehicleto supervise and intervene if necessary, as the
(04:42):
"FSD Supervised" system does not yet render thevehicle fully autonomous.
This careful approach ensures safety whileTesla continues to refine its technology.
Elon Musk has previously stated that theultimate goal is to eliminate the need for
drivers altogether with the launch of an"unsupervised" version of Full Self-Driving.
(05:05):
While it's unclear if this will be feasiblefrom day one in Austin, Tesla remains committed
to advancing its autonomous capabilities acrossvarious markets, including California, where it
is seeking the necessary permits to operatefully autonomous vehicles.
Exciting news from Neuralink, Elon Musk'scutting-edge brain-implant company!
(05:26):
They're reportedly raising a whopping $500million at a pre-money valuation of $8.5
billion, according to Bloomberg.
This massive fundraise underscores Neuralink'sambition and the growing interest in
brain-computer interface technology.
Neuralink isn't the only player in thebrain-interface arena, but it's definitely the
(05:46):
most well-known.
Other companies like Synchron, which receivedFood and Drug Administration approval for human
trials back in 2021, and Tether-owned BlackrockNeurotech, are also making strides in this
fascinating field.
And let's not forget BrainGate, a keycompetitor pushing the boundaries of what's
possible.
(06:07):
Interestingly, Precision Neuroscience, anothercontender in the space, recently secured Food
and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance to useits electrode array for up to 30 days.
This follows their $102 million Series C raiselast year.
Meanwhile, INBRAIN Neuroelectronics gathered$50 million in a Series B round last October,
(06:30):
and Subsense, a non-surgical brain-computerinterface startup, came out of stealth mode in
February with $17 million in seed funding.
Neuralink's recent Food and Drug Administrationapproval for human clinical trials is a major
milestone, especially considering the federalprobes into their animal treatment and pathogen
transport practices.
(06:51):
Despite these challenges, the company ispushing forward, and the interest in
brain-computer interfaces is skyrocketingthanks to artificial intelligence-driven tech
advances and substantial venture capitalinvestment.
As brain-computer interfaces continue tocapture the imagination of investors and tech
enthusiasts alike, Neuralink's ambitiousfundraising efforts highlight the potential of
(07:15):
this transformative technology.
Stay tuned as we keep you updated on all thelatest developments from the world of Elon Musk
and his groundbreaking ventures.
Elon Musk's company, X Corporation, is stirringup the legal waters with a new lawsuit against
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.
The suit challenges the constitutionality ofMinnesota's law that bans the dissemination of
(07:39):
political misinformation through deepfakes.
This legislation was enacted in 2023, aiming tocurb the potential impact of deepfake
technology on the 2024 election.
X Corp.
argues that the law infringes on the First andFourth Amendments of the United States
Constitution by being too vague, thus riskingover-censorship of protected political speech.
(08:04):
According to X Corp., the law's lack of clarityforces social media platforms to potentially
over-censor content to avoid the threat ofcriminal liability.
Elon Musk's team suggests that rather thanimposing government restrictions, platforms
should rely on "robust policies and features"to manage content responsibly.
(08:26):
One of these features is "Community Notes,"which allows users to add context or disagree
with posts, fostering a more nuancedunderstanding of content.
The lawsuit also highlights the use of anartificial intelligence chatbot designed to
help users discern the nature of the contentthey encounter.
This approach reflects Musk's broader visionfor technology's role in enhancing rather than
(08:51):
restricting public discourse.
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office,meanwhile, is reviewing the lawsuit and has
pledged to respond in court, setting the stagefor a potentially precedent-setting legal
battle.
This legal skirmish is part of a largerconversation about the role of technology in
shaping political discourse and the balancebetween free speech and misinformation.
(09:13):
As Musk and his companies continue to push theboundaries of innovation and policy, the
outcomes of such lawsuits could havefar-reaching implications for how we engage
with digital content in the future.
Alright, that's a wrap for this episode.
If you enjoyed this brief, and would like tostay updated on latest episodes, don’t forget
to click ‘Follow’ in your podcast app.
(09:35):
Thanks again for listening, and hope to catchyou next time.
Welcome to the Elon Musk Daily Briefing, yourdaily update on the latest from Elon Musk and
(00:05):
his companies.
I’m your host, AI Michelle, and this is aMagicPod, produced by PodcastAI.
Want to create your own MagicPod?
Check the link in the show notes.
Let’s dive in.
First up...
SpaceX has once again demonstrated itsincredible prowess in the world of space
(00:28):
exploration.
In a stunning display of efficiency andcoordination, Elon Musk's aerospace company
launched three Falcon 9 rockets from threedifferent launch pads in less than 37 hours.
This ambitious operation kicked off on Sunday,April 20th, with the launch of the NROL-145
mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base inCalifornia, a project for the United States
(00:53):
National Reconnaissance Office.
This marks the tenth flight dedicated to theNRO's new 'proliferated architecture' of spy
satellites, showcasing SpaceX's ability tosupport critical national security missions.
Following that, SpaceX launched its 32nd cargomission to the International Space Station for
NASA from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
(01:16):
This mission, which took place early Mondaymorning, April 21st, highlights the ongoing
partnership between SpaceX and NASA, as theycontinue to push the boundaries of what is
possible in space logistics and supply chainmanagement.
The third launch was a spectacular ridesharemission from Cape Canaveral Space Force
(01:36):
Station, also in Florida, on Monday night.
Dubbed Bandwagon-3, this mission carried adiverse payload, including a spy satellite for
the South Korean government, a private Europeanreentry capsule, and a weather-forecasting
satellite for Tomorrow Companies Inc.
This launch underscores SpaceX's commitment toproviding innovative and flexible solutions for
(01:59):
a wide variety of international partners andcommercial clients.
SpaceX proudly highlighted this spaceflighttripleheader on X, the social media platform
owned by Elon Musk, noting that the threelaunches occurred within a span of about 36
hours.
While impressive, this isn't a record forSpaceX, which last month launched three Falcon
(02:21):
9 missions in just 13 hours.
Nevertheless, the company has already conducted46 Falcon 9 launches in 2025, alongside two
test missions of its Starship megarocket, whichis intended to pave the way for humanity's
future on the Moon and Mars.
Tesla has taken a significant step forward inits ambitious journey toward launching a fully
(02:44):
autonomous ride-hailing service.
The company has begun testing its "FullSelf-Driving Supervised" ride-hail service with
employees in Austin, Texas, and the SanFrancisco Bay Area.
This marks a critical phase as Tesla gears upfor an anticipated robotaxi launch this summer.
The new "FSD Supervised" service is currentlyavailable to a select group of Tesla employees
(03:08):
in these regions.
This initiative is designed to meticulouslydevelop and validate Tesla's Full Self-Driving
networks, the accompanying mobile application,vehicle allocation strategies, and mission
control operations.
As noted on Tesla's X account, the service hasalready completed over 1,500 trips and logged
15,000 miles of driving, highlighting therigorous testing underway.
(03:34):
Tesla's approach mirrors that of otherautonomous vehicle pioneers, such as Waymo, who
routinely begin their commercial servicerollout with employee testing.
By doing so, Tesla aims to fine-tune itssystems and ensure reliability before opening
the service to the general public.
The company is preparing to launch its robotaxiservice in Austin in June, with Chief Executive
(03:58):
Officer Elon Musk indicating that 10 to 20vehicles will be operational on the first day
of service.
Interestingly, while Tesla made headlines lastyear with the unveiling of its futuristic
Cybercab concept, the initial phase ofoperations will utilize existing models like
the Tesla Model 3.
(04:18):
These vehicles have been retrofitted withscreens in the back seat area, providing
passengers with information on estimated timeof arrival, climate control, music options, and
an emergency stop button.
Despite the excitement surrounding thisinitiative, Tesla is exercising caution.
A safety driver will be present in the vehicleto supervise and intervene if necessary, as the
(04:42):
"FSD Supervised" system does not yet render thevehicle fully autonomous.
This careful approach ensures safety whileTesla continues to refine its technology.
Elon Musk has previously stated that theultimate goal is to eliminate the need for
drivers altogether with the launch of an"unsupervised" version of Full Self-Driving.
(05:05):
While it's unclear if this will be feasiblefrom day one in Austin, Tesla remains committed
to advancing its autonomous capabilities acrossvarious markets, including California, where it
is seeking the necessary permits to operatefully autonomous vehicles.
Exciting news from Neuralink, Elon Musk'scutting-edge brain-implant company!
(05:26):
They're reportedly raising a whopping $500million at a pre-money valuation of $8.5
billion, according to Bloomberg.
This massive fundraise underscores Neuralink'sambition and the growing interest in
brain-computer interface technology.
Neuralink isn't the only player in thebrain-interface arena, but it's definitely the
(05:46):
most well-known.
Other companies like Synchron, which receivedFood and Drug Administration approval for human
trials back in 2021, and Tether-owned BlackrockNeurotech, are also making strides in this
fascinating field.
And let's not forget BrainGate, a keycompetitor pushing the boundaries of what's
possible.
(06:07):
Interestingly, Precision Neuroscience, anothercontender in the space, recently secured Food
and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance to useits electrode array for up to 30 days.
This follows their $102 million Series C raiselast year.
Meanwhile, INBRAIN Neuroelectronics gathered$50 million in a Series B round last October,
(06:30):
and Subsense, a non-surgical brain-computerinterface startup, came out of stealth mode in
February with $17 million in seed funding.
Neuralink's recent Food and Drug Administrationapproval for human clinical trials is a major
milestone, especially considering the federalprobes into their animal treatment and pathogen
transport practices.
(06:51):
Despite these challenges, the company ispushing forward, and the interest in
brain-computer interfaces is skyrocketingthanks to artificial intelligence-driven tech
advances and substantial venture capitalinvestment.
As brain-computer interfaces continue tocapture the imagination of investors and tech
enthusiasts alike, Neuralink's ambitiousfundraising efforts highlight the potential of
(07:15):
this transformative technology.
Stay tuned as we keep you updated on all thelatest developments from the world of Elon Musk
and his groundbreaking ventures.
Elon Musk's company, X Corporation, is stirringup the legal waters with a new lawsuit against
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.
The suit challenges the constitutionality ofMinnesota's law that bans the dissemination of
(07:39):
political misinformation through deepfakes.
This legislation was enacted in 2023, aiming tocurb the potential impact of deepfake
technology on the 2024 election.
X Corp.
argues that the law infringes on the First andFourth Amendments of the United States
Constitution by being too vague, thus riskingover-censorship of protected political speech.
(08:04):
According to X Corp., the law's lack of clarityforces social media platforms to potentially
over-censor content to avoid the threat ofcriminal liability.
Elon Musk's team suggests that rather thanimposing government restrictions, platforms
should rely on "robust policies and features"to manage content responsibly.
(08:26):
One of these features is "Community Notes,"which allows users to add context or disagree
with posts, fostering a more nuancedunderstanding of content.
The lawsuit also highlights the use of anartificial intelligence chatbot designed to
help users discern the nature of the contentthey encounter.
This approach reflects Musk's broader visionfor technology's role in enhancing rather than
(08:51):
restricting public discourse.
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office,meanwhile, is reviewing the lawsuit and has
pledged to respond in court, setting the stagefor a potentially precedent-setting legal
battle.
This legal skirmish is part of a largerconversation about the role of technology in
shaping political discourse and the balancebetween free speech and misinformation.
(09:13):
As Musk and his companies continue to push theboundaries of innovation and policy, the
outcomes of such lawsuits could havefar-reaching implications for how we engage
with digital content in the future.
Alright, that's a wrap for this episode.
If you enjoyed this brief, and would like tostay updated on latest episodes, don’t forget
to click ‘Follow’ in your podcast app.
(09:35):
Thanks again for listening, and hope to catchyou next time.
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