Bloomberg Tech Musk, Altman Clash Over Trump's Stargate
Jan 23, 2025
A heated clash erupts between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over funding for President Trump's controversial 'Stargate' AI initiative. Musk questions the financial backing behind the involved companies. In the backdrop, tensions in the tech industry grow as leaders react to shifting political landscapes and regulatory changes. Additionally, the discussion touches on the implications of this feud, sparking broader conversations about the entwined nature of technology and politics.
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AI Infrastructure Investment
- Trump announced a $100–$500 billion investment in AI infrastructure.
- This announcement involved figures like Larry Ellison, Masayoshi Son, and Sam Altman.
Musk-Altman Clash
- Elon Musk and Sam Altman clashed publicly over Trump's "Stargate" AI infrastructure program.
- Musk questioned the funding of involved companies and called Altman a "swindler" on Twitter.