Elon Musk has officially secured a historic $1 trillion compensation package from Tesla, following a shareholder vote that saw over 75% approval. The deal, which hinges on Musk meeting ambitious goals—including deploying one million robotaxis and humanoid AI robots—cements his status as the highest-paid executive in historyDW.
The vote came despite criticism of Musk’s “part-time CEO” status, as he continues to lead multiple companies including SpaceX, X (formerly Twitter), and Neuralink. Analysts say the package reflects investor belief that Tesla’s success is inseparable from Musk’s leadership.
Meanwhile, Musk found himself in a viral online feud with novelist Joyce Carol Oates, who questioned his humanity and joy in a tweet that sparked millions of views. Musk responded with personal insults, calling her “a lazy liar and an abuser of semicolons,” prompting widespread debate about ego, empathy, and the soul of technology.
In a separate controversy, Musk’s Starlink service has come under scrutiny after reports revealed its use by scam centers in Myanmar. SpaceX has since deactivated over 2,500 receivers near these sites, and usage has dropped sharply from 14% to under 7% of the country’s internet traffic.
