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Elon Musk posted twice as often on UK race and immigration as about SpaceX IPO
22 days ago
- Elon Musk posted 303 times about race and immigration in the UK, compared to 114 times about SpaceX, ahead of SpaceX's IPO.
- Musk's posts focused on UK politics, including support for far-right figures and commentary on multiculturalism, despite his key role in SpaceX's public offering.
- His activity contributed to online tensions, with a report noting 240 calls for violence in replies to his posts after the Belfast knife attack.
- Musk amplified far-right voices like Rupert Lowe and Tommy Robinson, boosting their reach with 64 million views.
- British officials, including Keir Starmer, accused Musk of inciting division, while experts warn his wealth and influence distort democratic politics.
Reform UK leader 'in real trouble' against Count Binface
18 days ago
- Nigel Farage announced he will resign as MP for Clacton to trigger a by-election amid scrutiny over his finances and a parliamentary watchdog investigation.
- Major parties (Labour, Tories, Lib Dems) have refused to stand candidates in the by-election, leaving satirical candidate Count Binface as Farage's only opponent.
- Critics, including Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis, call it a 'desperate' stunt, suggesting Farage senses he is 'in real trouble' over a £5 million gift from a cryptocurrency billionaire.
- Farage faces a standards probe over the £5 million gift and another over support from convicted fraudster George Cottrell, with MPs required to register gifts over £300.
- Polling shows 43% oppose the by-election decision, with only Reform UK voters largely in support, and experts predict it could be a 'damp squib' like a similar 2008 stunt.
What Britain's Next Prime Minister Could Mean for UK Data Centers
9 days ago
- Andy Burnham, incoming UK Prime Minister, may shift AI policy to favor homegrown AI over US-centric investments, aligning with European AI sovereignty trends.
- Data center industry calls for clarity on planning and grid connectivity to maintain UK competitiveness; delays risk losing investment.
- Burnham's regional development focus, including 'Number 10 North', could support data center expansion but faces challenges from local autonomy, like potential moratoriums in Scotland.
- Balancing local democratic accountability with national digital infrastructure needs is critical for attracting AI and data center investment under Burnham's leadership.
Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID in first major policy pledge
8 days ago
- Andy Burnham will scrap digital ID plans upon becoming prime minister to prioritize cost of living and local economies.
- The digital ID scheme, initially mandatory under Sir Keir Starmer, was later made voluntary after public opposition and cost concerns.
- Burnham's decision redirects resources from the ID program to everyday priorities, drawing criticism from Conservatives for claiming credit on a pre-existing change.
- The policy shift aligns with Burnham's focus on North Sea oil and gas drilling, upholding Labour's manifesto while potentially accelerating existing licenses.
- Opposition leaders criticize Burnham's plans as vague, emphasizing the need for tough decisions on national priorities.

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Elon Musk posted twice as often on UK race and immigration as about SpaceX IPO

Reform UK leader 'in real trouble' against Count Binface

What Britain's Next Prime Minister Could Mean for UK Data Centers

Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID in first major policy pledge