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Tesla shares have declined every week since Elon Musk went to Washington

Tesla’s shares have declined every week since Elon Musk began his government role in Washington, D.C. Investors are concerned that his political involvement is hurting the company’s performance.

Elon Musk claims X being targeted in ‘massive cyberattack’ as service goes down

On Monday, users of X, formerly known as Twitter, experienced significant outages. Elon Musk, the platform’s owner, claimed it was due to a “massive cyberattack” involving substantial resources, potentially implicating a large coordinated group or a nation. While Musk mentioned IP addresses originating from the Ukraine area, cybersecurity experts clarified that the attack involved IPs from worldwide, likely orchestrated by a variant of the Mirai botnet using compromised devices. Experts recommended caution in interpreting Musk’s statements without detailed technical data from X.

Eric Schmidt joins Relativity Space as CEO

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, is now leading Relativity Space, a company known for its 3D-printed rockets. He replaces co-founder Tim Ellis, who will stay involved as a board member. Schmidt has also invested significantly in the company. Relativity Space plans to launch its new rocket, Terran R, in late 2026.

DeepSeek isn’t taking VC money yet

DeepSeek has chosen not to accept venture capital funding to maintain its scientific focus and independence. Founder Liang Wenfeng aims to avoid external influences that could steer the company away from its research-centric goals. Despite high user demand causing service issues and global data-security concerns, DeepSeek remains committed to offering advanced AI solutions without the pressure of profit-driven motives. This approach allows the company to prioritize innovation and exploration over immediate financial returns.

Amazon has more than 750,000 robots that sort, lift, and carry packages—see them in action

Amazon’s fulfillment centers use over 750,000 robots to boost efficiency and safety. Key systems include Sequoia, which speeds up inventory storage by 75%, and Hercules, a drive unit that transports products to employees. Other robots, like Proteus and Sparrow, assist in moving carts and handling items. These technologies aim to make work easier for employees and ensure faster deliveries to customers.

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50 things we’ve learned about building successful products

PostHog shares 50 key lessons from their journey in building successful products. They emphasize the power of small, autonomous teams and the importance of hiring top talent, as “talent compounds.” Trust and transparency within teams are crucial, as is defining and iterating on your ideal customer profile (ICP) to guide product development. They also highlight the significance of starting analytics early, focusing on activation and retention metrics, and maintaining motivation by working on products you’re passionate about.

To be more ‘likable and relatable,’ do this when making small talk: Harvard-trained psychologist

According to Harvard psychologist Dr. Robert Epstein, asking open-ended questions like “How do you spend your weekends?” during small talk can make you more relatable and trustworthy. This approach encourages others to share more about themselves, fostering deeper connections. It’s a simple yet effective way to improve your social interactions.