insert_link Business / Economics 13 November 2024 Morning Biz News: Key Business Developments In this edition of Biz News, we bring you a round-up of some key business developments from across the region and globally, with a focus on growth, innovation, and sustainability. Nictus Holdings Expands with Walvis Bay Acquisition Nictus Holdings Group of Companies has recently announced a significant acquisition: the Build IT branch in Walvis Bay. This move marks a key milestone in the company’s expansion strategy, reinforcing its […] todayNovember 13, 2024 8
insert_link World Elon Musk can continue cash prizes following judge ruling Elon Musk can continue to give away money to US voters, following a ruling from a Philadelphia judge. The billionaire is facing a lawsuit over the controversial million-dollar prizes he's awarded to swing state voters. Legal action has been put on hold. Musk, who is publicly backing Republican nominee Donald Trump, denies any wrongdoing. Sally Patterson has more. todayNovember 1, 2024 14
insert_link World Elon Musk sued for million dollar election lottery Elon Musk is being sued for his lottery-style stunt, after he started giving away a million dollars per day to one lucky voter. Philadelphia's District Attorney is taking legal action against the tech billionaire and his political action committee, with the US Justice Department warning the scheme might violate federal law. Benji Hyer reports. todayOctober 29, 2024 9
insert_link World Musk to give away $1 Million daily to US voters Tech billionaire Elon Musk has announced that he will give away one million dollars each day to registered voters in battleground American states. It immediately drew scrutiny from election law experts who said the sweepstakes could violate laws against paying people to register. Musk promised to award one million dollars randomly to people who have signed a petition in support of the First and Second Amendments. todayOctober 22, 2024 9
insert_link World Elon Musk’s $1 Million Daily Giveaway Sparks Legal Concerns in Pennsylvania Elon Musk has pledged to give away $1 million a day to Pennsylvania voters ahead of the US presidential election on November 5th. To participate, voters must sign a pro-constitution petition from Musk's campaign group, America PAC. However, the scheme has sparked legal concerns, with scholars labeling it illegal. Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro has also voiced opposition to the lottery during an appearance on the U.S TV channel: NBC. todayOctober 21, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Brazil’s Supreme Court lifts ban on X after Musk backs down Brazil's Supreme Court has ruled that X can resume operations in the country, ending a five-week suspension over concerns about the content on the social media platform. X's owner Elon Musk agreed to several concessions in order to have the ban lifted. Ira Spitzer reports. todayOctober 9, 2024 18
Lifestyle Elon Musk’s feud with Brazilian judge is much more than a personal spat − it’s about national sovereignty, freedom of speech and the rule of law Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes faces off against X’s Elon Musk. Ton Molina/NurPhoto via Getty Images / AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth By Yasmin Curzi de Mendonça, University of Virginia It is easy to get distracted by the barbs, swipes and bluster of the ongoing and very public spat between the world’s richest man and a fierce justice on Brazil’s highest court. Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of […] todaySeptember 9, 2024 10
insert_link World First commercial space walk expected later today Four private citizens are set to make history later today as they launch into space on a mission that is expected to include the first commercial space walk. The risky endeavor which involves two crew members venturing outside on a tether, has previously only been conducted by government astronauts. Corresponding for us from the US is Kate Fisher: todayAugust 27, 2024 20
insert_link World Trump to sit down with Elon Musk for “major interview”. Donald Trump says he is planning to sit down for an interview with Elon Musk next week. The CEO of the electric company Tesla and the social media platform X has become one of the former president's most high-profile backers. Ira Spitzer has more. todayAugust 7, 2024 21