- The Not Elon Musk Newsletter
- Posts
- The Rocket Rag Newsletter
In partnership with
Dear Rocket Rag Readers,
Buckle up, spacefarers and Musketeers alike—it's another day strapped to the front seat of Elon Musk's ever-tumultuous thrill ride through tech, politics, and innovation. From cyberwars to stock waves and presidential nods, we've got the hottest scoops freshly beamed to you. Let's launch right in!
Trump Goes Full Tesla: A Presidential Boost Amid Stock Struggles
In a surprising—and characteristically flashy—move, President Trump took a Tesla Model S home at full sticker price, personally writing a check on White House grounds with Elon Musk himself smiling by his side. Amid Teslas' stock turbulence, Trump's public endorsement came as a clear rallying cry for Musk and his vision for American innovation. Emphasizing a shared spirit of trailblazing entrepreneurship, Trump wasn't shy about dubbing Musk "a true patriot," further stating he would soon pick up a Cybertruck—the coveted armored chariot of sustainability enthusiasts—for his granddaughter.
Sure, Tesla stock has had a rocky ride lately, sagging under political associations, international tariff threats, and fierce EV competition. However, today's 3.79% stock bump following Trump's public support has analysts buzzing—a sign investors are still betting on Musk's unique ability to deliver big in the tech and AI sectors. Is Tesla becoming too politically charged? Perhaps for some. But for Musk's faithful followers, Trump’s endorsement signals a renewed wave of confidence in the automaker's innovative edge.
Learn AI in 5 minutes a day
This is the easiest way for a busy person wanting to learn AI in as little time as possible:
Sign up for The Rundown AI newsletter
They send you 5-minute email updates on the latest AI news and how to use it
You learn how to become 2x more productive by leveraging AI
X Marks the Spot—Elon Musk Strengthens Anti-DDoS Shield Amid Cyber Attacks
After suffering outages that felt more like turbulence at rocket-launch speeds, Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) is firmly back online. Musk confirmed that the platform confronted a "massive cyberattack," allegedly driven by the "hacktivist" group Dark Storm. With characteristic decisiveness, Musk quickly deployed Cloudflare’s DDoS protection—essentially a digital fortress of captchas designed to thwart cyber threats in their tracks.
While some are whispering about early hiccups in X's implementation of Cloudflare's advanced defences, Musk enthusiasts understand it as yet another agile maneuver in his constant mission to bulletproof the world's discourse hub. Investigations continue into the cyberattack's extensive global footprint, but here's what truly matters for our readers: Musk isn't backing down. In fact, his rapid response signals a willingness to invest heavily in safeguarding the digital spaces we've all come to rely on, preserving X as an open—and safer—platform for ideas, innovation, and (let's admit it) occasional controversy.
Tesla Stock Swings—Opportunity or Undue Panic?
The past several months haven't been kind to Tesla shareholders, with tumbles erasing earlier gains amid pressures from shrinking overseas sales and rapidly rising competitors, notably China's tech-savvy BYD. On top of pure financial hurdles lies a deeper narrative: the mainstream perception of Tesla as emblematic of political battles, with Musk’s prominent role in Trump's federal downsizing efforts adding both admirers and critics to Tesla's orbit.
But let's look past the political static. Tesla still stands poised to exploit game-changing tech advances: AI-driven autonomous vehicles, groundbreaking battery research, and next-generation robotics. Several market analysts now openly signal Tesla as a prime "buying opportunity," confidently highlighting undervalued long-term potential. Short-term turbulence may be unavoidable, but for those watching carefully and thinking big-picture, Musk's Tesla remains as pioneering—and promising—as ever.
$100 Million Donation: Musk Bets Big on Trump's Vision
Speaking of massive moves, Elon Musk is preparing to roll out another eye-catching gesture—a bold $100 million donation toward Trump's political operation, choosing this route over his own political action initiatives. While stirring debate among his critics, Musk's assessment seems straightforward: support aligns behind leaders willing to match his boundless ambitions for innovation and simplification.
By placing his considerable financial muscle behind Trump's political enterprise, Musk uniquely positions himself as both technological visionary and influential backstage player in reshaping political conversations—not with idle tweets, but with strategic capital moves guaranteed to capture attention.
What's Next on the Radar?
If there's one constant we'll bet on, it's never-ending excitement orbiting the Musk universe. As the tech titan maintains ambitions ranging from safeguarding free online expression to unleashing next-gen AI, his adventures are guaranteed to generate sparks, controversy, and groundbreaking leaps forward.
Keep your eyes peeled and your seatbelts fastened, dear readers. The Rocket Rag crew promises to stay hot on the trail, bringing you fresh insights into every cosmic twist Elon Musk delivers.
Onward, upward, and always forward—we’ll see you next time!
Warm regards,
The Rocket Rag Team