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Welcome to the Elon Musk Weekly Roundup, your daily source for the latest news and updates on SpaceX, Tesla, and Elon Musk's Twitter activity. In this episode, we'll be recapping all the episodes from this week and bringing you up to speed on the most exciting developments in space exploration and electric vehicles.

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In this episode, we'll be discussing a recent report suggesting that a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's investment fund and an Abu Dhabi investment firm are planning to participate in a multibillion-dollar funding round for SpaceX, Elon Musk's private space company. With SpaceX's valuation potentially reaching $140 billion, this would make it one of the largest privately-owned companies in the world by valuation.

Join us as we unpack the implications of this investment and what it means for the future of SpaceX and the private space industry as a whole. We'll take a closer look at the company's recent achievements, from the impressive milestones of the Falcon 9 rocket to the ambitious plans for the Starship and Mars colonization. We'll also discuss the growing interest in the private space industry from the Middle East and the potential ethical considerations of accepting investments from these sources.

The used car market has experienced dramatic changes over the past twelve months. At one point, vehicle prices soared, mainly due to the limited production of new vehicles. However, as new vehicle inventories for many leading brands have now substantially recovered, the used market has begun to react, causing a collapse in prices. According to pricing data released by iSeeCars, the Tesla Model 3 has been at the forefront of this price collapse over the past six months.

iSeeCars discovered that used vehicles have seen their prices shrink by 4.7% over the past six months and contract by 8.7% over the past twelve months. Leading this trend is the Tesla Model 3, which has experienced an average used price drop of 21.5% over the past six months—the fastest of any model from any automaker in the industry. Over the past twelve months, the Model 3 ranked as the fourth most rapidly depreciating vehicle, with prices declining by 19.3%.

In today's episode, we're heading underground to explore the ambitious plans for The Boring Company's Loop expansion in Las Vegas. We'll discuss the proposed 65-mile tunnel network that aims to connect key destinations, including casinos, retail zones, and the University of Nevada, while also exploring the challenges and potential impact of this revolutionary transport system on Sin City.

So sit back, relax, and join us as we journey beneath the streets of Las Vegas to uncover the details of Elon Musk's vision for a city-wide underground transit system. From navigating regulations and securing funding without public assistance, to addressing environmental concerns and the absence of autonomous vehicles, we'll be examining the road ahead for The Boring Company's Loop expansion. Get ready for an exciting ride through the future of urban transportation, right here on the Elon Musk Podcast.

Ever since its introduction in 2019, the Tesla CyberTruck has consistently drawn attention within the automotive sphere. Its distinctive cold-rolled stainless steel exoskeleton and cutting-edge production techniques have fueled ongoing interest, despite numerous postponements to its release date. Fans of the vehicle are constantly on the hunt for the newest updates, and the recent investor day presentations have substantiated a long-rumored innovation: the CyberTruck's groundbreaking 48-volt electrical structure.

While 48-volt systems have seen partial implementation in mild hybrid vehicles, particularly for high-demand components, the CyberTruck is making a significant advancement by substituting the conventional 12-volt system. Traditional 12-volt systems necessitate larger, heavier wiring and components to accommodate high electrical demands. Conversely, the 48-volt system manages high demands more effectively, diminishing the size and weight of wiring and ultimately enhancing vehicle performance, handling, and production proficiency.

As Twitter navigates the complex terrain under the leadership of tech visionary Elon Musk. In this episode, we delve deep into the social media giant's pursuit of music rights, examining the internal and external factors that have shaped its journey, and the implications of its decisions for the broader industry.

Join us as we investigate the negotiations with music conglomerates, the impact of Musk's takeover, and the financial and strategic challenges faced by Twitter in its quest to secure music licensing deals. We'll also discuss the role of technology in transforming the modern music landscape, the lessons that can be gleaned by other tech entrepreneurs, and the delicate balance between art, technology, and business in the rapidly evolving digital world. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of social media, music, and innovation, offering valuable insights into the dynamic nature of these industries and the future of music licensing in the age of Musk.