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Elon Musk Moves SpaceX and X HQs to Texas, Sparking Clash with Newsom
businesstechnology1 year ago

Elon Musk Moves SpaceX and X HQs to Texas, Sparking Clash with Newsom

Elon Musk announced that he is relocating the headquarters of SpaceX and X from California to Texas, citing frustration with California's SAFETY Act and other policies. The move will see SpaceX's HQ shift to Starbase, Texas, and X's HQ to Austin. Texas Governor Greg Abbott welcomed the decision, highlighting Texas' business-friendly environment and its growing role in space exploration.

US Government Urges Car Manufacturers to Ignore State Right-to-Repair Laws
automotive2 years ago

US Government Urges Car Manufacturers to Ignore State Right-to-Repair Laws

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has told car manufacturers to disregard Massachusetts' voter-approved "Right to Repair" law, citing "significant safety concerns." The law requires manufacturers to equip vehicles that use telematics systems with a standardized open access data platform, allowing vehicle owners and independent shops to access the data. However, the NHTSA claims the law conflicts with a federal law known as the Safety Act and could open pathways for malicious actors to create dangerous situations.