Elon Musk’s Attorney Dismisses SEC Lawsuit as ‘Minor Infraction’ in Legal Defense

Washington, D.C. – In a spirited defense, Elon Musk’s attorney has derided the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent lawsuit against the Tesla CEO as a trivial issue, emphasizing the insignificance of the single charge involved. The lawsuit which draws attention to a tweet Musk made, has sparked a broader conversation about the regulation and oversight of executives’ communications on social media. The controversy centers on a tweet Musk posted in August 2018, stating he had secured financing for a potential private buyout of Tesla at $420 per share, a claim that significantly influenced Tesla’s … Read more

Elon Musk’s Political Engagements Draw EU Scrutiny Amid German Election Concerns; Faces DSA Investigation on X

Brussels, Belgium — As Germany gears up for its upcoming national election, the European Commission is closely monitoring a scheduled discussion between Elon Musk and Alice Weidel, leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. The discourse, set to unfold on Musk’s social media platform X on Thursday, raises concerns about potential misinformation proliferation amidst a pivotal electoral period. The European Union’s enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA) underscores its commitment to curbing illegal content, including hate speech and election manipulation. Since 2023, X has faced scrutiny under this legislation for possible illicit … Read more

Musk’s Meeting with German AfD Leader Raises Questions About Compliance with EU Regulations

Berlin, Germany — In a recent development that has raised eyebrows across Europe, Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, engaged in a controversial discussion with Tino Chrupalla, the co-leader of Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. This interaction, conducted via a video call on Twitter Spaces, has sparked a debate regarding its implications on European Union regulations concerning hate speech and the responsibilities of social media platforms. Musk, who completed his acquisition of Twitter for $44 billion last year, opened the platform for a dialogue which he claimed was aimed at understanding … Read more

Elon Musk’s Top Lawyer, Alex Spiro, Joins Turkish Mobility Innovator Martı’s Board of Directors

Istanbul, Turkey – Martı Technologies Inc., a prominent Turkish mobility company, recently announced the appointment of Alex Spiro, a distinguished attorney known for representing high-profile technology figures, to its board of directors. This strategic move follows his recent visit to the company’s headquarters, signaling a potential collaboration that could shape the future of mobility in Turkey. Spiro, a Harvard Law School graduate and experienced litigator with Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, joins Martı as a “Class II director”. His extensive background includes roles as chair of Glassbridge Enterprises and as a strategic advisor and … Read more