Bill Gates and Elon Musk Trade Barbs Over Mars Colonization, Electric Trucks

Bill Gates says Elon Musk's ideas about colonizing Mars are "bizarre" and unrealistic.
Gates believes electric semi-trucks are not economically viable, contradicting Tesla's plans.
Gates shorted Tesla stock, angering Musk who called Gates "super mean."
Musk called Gates "categorically insane" and "an asshole to the core" in texts to biographer.
Despite disagreements, Gates acknowledges Musk's contributions to science and innovation.

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Bill Gates and Elon Musk Trade Barbs Over Mars Colonization, Electric Trucks

Bill Gates says Elon Musk's ideas about colonizing Mars are "bizarre" and unrealistic.
Gates believes electric semi-trucks are not economically viable, contradicting Tesla's plans.
Gates shorted Tesla stock, angering Musk who called Gates "super mean."
Musk called Gates "categorically insane" and "an asshole to the core" in texts to biographer.
Despite disagreements, Gates acknowledges Musk's contributions to science and innovation.

futurism.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/10/2023

Musk and Gates Clash Over Tesla Stock and Diverging Visions During Factory Visit

9/11/2023

Elon Musk Turns Super Mean to Bill Gates After Learning of Tesla Short Bet

9/11/2023

Elon Musk Gives Bill Gates the Cold Shoulder After Losing $500M Tesla Bet

Elon Musk was "super mean" to fellow billionaire Bill Gates after Gates purchased a short position on Tesla stock, resulting in Musk refusing a philanthropy request from Gates.

9/11/2023

Tesla Troubles Overlooked in Flattering Musk Biography

9/11/2023

Elon Musk Feud with Bill Gates over Tesla Stock Short Reveals Billionaire Rivalry

Elon Musk publicly mocked Bill Gates on Twitter due to a clash over philanthropy and Gates shorting Tesla's stock, highlighting their differences and Musk's unique approach to adult behavior.

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