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55 Billion Dollars: Musk's 'Chip Factory' Becomes a Reality

Elon Musk's "Terafab" Chip Factory Vision Begins with a $55 Billion Bet SpaceX has formally proposed investing $55 billion to initiate construction of a "Terafab" chip manufacturing facility in Grimes County, Texas, with the total cost potentially reaching $119 billion in later phases. This massive project, a joint initiative by SpaceX and Tesla, marks a pivotal step in Elon Musk's strategy of vertical integration for his company ecosystem. The core logic is that Musk's ventures—SpaceX, Tesla, xAI, and future projects like the Optimus robot—consume enormous amounts of AI computing power. Terafab is envisioned not merely as a factory but as a "full-stack AI infrastructure strategy," aiming to bring chip production, energy sourcing, and compute deployment under one umbrella to secure a self-sufficient supply of this critical resource. Analysts describe this as a bold "15-year strategy" with significant execution risks. Building a leading-edge semiconductor fab requires 3-5 years, specialized equipment like ASML's EUV lithography machines, and a skilled workforce, with the earliest chip output not expected until mid-2028 at best. It mirrors a broader industry trend where giants like Microsoft and Google are also pouring billions into custom AI chips, driven by the belief that in the AI era, controlling computing power means controlling the future. Timed alongside SpaceX's impending IPO, the Terafab announcement also serves as a powerful narrative, linking Tesla to SpaceX's and AI's growth story. Whether the vision translates into a functioning foundry remains uncertain, but Musk's move to have a rocket company build chips is redefining industry boundaries once again.

marsbit05/08 13:54

55 Billion Dollars: Musk's 'Chip Factory' Becomes a Reality

marsbit05/08 13:54

TechFlow Intelligence Bureau: KelpDAO Attack Causes Nearly $300 Million Loss, Triggers Aave Withdrawal Wave, RAVE Crashes 95% in a Single Day

China's AI firm DeepSeek is seeking external funding for the first time, with a valuation exceeding $10 billion, signaling intensifying competition and high R&D costs in the domestic large model sector. Meanwhile, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman faces scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest between his personal investments and OpenAI’s business ahead of a possible IPO. In Web3, KelpDAO suffered a $294 million attack due to forged cross-chain messages on LayerZero, leading to massive withdrawals from Aave and a resulting 18% drop in AAVE tokens. Separately, RAVE cryptocurrency collapsed by 95% in a single day amid suspected insider manipulation. Geopolitically, Iran is now demanding Bitcoin payments for transit through the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting both internal governmental discord and the growing adoption of crypto in tense regions. In semiconductors, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang showed rare public frustration over questions regarding chip sales to China, while the industry faces renewed price hikes. Tesla continues expanding its Robotaxi service, and a Chinese humanoid robot outperformed humans in a half-marathon, marking a milestone in robotics. Despite Middle East tensions and market uncertainties, U.S. stocks continue to rise, prompting discussions about market optimism versus risk blindness. Overall, today’s developments highlight systemic vulnerabilities—in tech, finance, and geopolitics—while also showcasing innovation in crises.

marsbit04/19 11:08

TechFlow Intelligence Bureau: KelpDAO Attack Causes Nearly $300 Million Loss, Triggers Aave Withdrawal Wave, RAVE Crashes 95% in a Single Day

marsbit04/19 11:08

SpaceX Purchases Nearly One-Fifth of U.S. Cybertrucks, Musk's "Left Hand to Right Hand" Move Boosts Sales Over $100 Million

A report by S&P Global Mobility reveals that in Q4 2025, SpaceX purchased 1,279 Cybertrucks, accounting for 18% of all U.S. registrations for the vehicle that quarter. Combined with purchases from xAI, The Boring Company, and Neuralink, companies owned by Elon Musk accounted for approximately 19% of the quarter's Cybertruck registrations. This internal purchasing, estimated at over $100 million, has drawn scrutiny. When these related-party transactions are excluded, the Cybertruck's Q4 registrations actually plummeted by 51% year-over-year. Data indicates Cybertruck sales have significantly declined, with 2025 U.S. sales falling 48% from 2024 figures to around 20,300 units, a mere 8.1% of Musk's initial annual production target of 250,000. The sales slump continued into Q1 2026, hitting a record low. The transactions have raised corporate governance questions, as a private company (SpaceX) is absorbing inventory from a public company (Tesla), with both sharing the same CEO. This practice, while not uncommon among Musk's ventures, is rare in the auto industry for offloading slow-selling models. Tesla, having lost its title as the world's top EV seller, is under pressure to stimulate genuine external demand for the Cybertruck.

marsbit04/17 07:36

SpaceX Purchases Nearly One-Fifth of U.S. Cybertrucks, Musk's "Left Hand to Right Hand" Move Boosts Sales Over $100 Million

marsbit04/17 07:36

Bitcoin Now Less Volatile Than Tesla, Nvidia — Schwab Data

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of the first spot Bitcoin ETF from a major U.S. bank, reflecting Bitcoin's growing integration into mainstream finance. According to Charles Schwab data, Bitcoin's volatility has significantly decreased, dropping to 42% in 2025—below that of Tesla (63%) and Nvidia (50%). Over a three-year period, Bitcoin's maximum drawdown was 50%, compared to 54% for Tesla and 37% for Nvidia. While still volatile, Bitcoin now exhibits price swings closer to major equities rather than the highly speculative asset it once was. Despite this maturation, it remains riskier than traditional safe-havens like gold and more stable than Ethereum within crypto markets.

bitcoinist03/27 02:01

Bitcoin Now Less Volatile Than Tesla, Nvidia — Schwab Data

bitcoinist03/27 02:01

$25 Billion: Tesla Buys the Lowest-Tier Entry Ticket to the Chip Arms Race

Elon Musk has announced Tesla's plan to invest approximately $25 billion to build a semiconductor superfab named "Terafab," targeting 2nm process technology with a production capacity of 100,000 wafers per month. The move aims to address Tesla's soaring demand for AI chips, driven by its autonomous driving systems, Optimus robots, and upcoming Robotaxi fleet, which existing foundries like TSMC and Samsung cannot fully support. However, the $25 billion budget is considered insufficient by industry standards. For comparison, TSMC’s Arizona fab costs $165 billion, Samsung’s Taylor fab $44 billion, and Intel’s Ohio project $28 billion. A standard 2nm fab with 50,000 wafers/month typically requires around $28 billion, meaning Tesla’s goal is highly ambitious. Tesla’s chip development has been rapid: from HW3 (14nm, 144 TOPS) to AI5 (3/2nm, 2000+ TOPS), with performance multiplying every generation. Its growing reliance on external foundries led to a $16.5 billion long-term deal with Samsung for AI6 production. Terafab represents a natural shift toward self-sufficiency. The project faces significant challenges, including a 3–5 year construction period and additional time for production ramp-up. If Tesla follows industry timelines, Terafab may not be operational until 2029–2030, coinciding with expected mass production of Optimus and Robotaxi. Musk has also hinted at potential collaboration with Intel, which has advanced 18A process capacity. The $25 billion investment buys Tesla a entry ticket into semiconductor manufacturing—but whether it becomes a milestone in vertical integration or an overambitious project remains to be seen.

marsbit03/16 11:06

$25 Billion: Tesla Buys the Lowest-Tier Entry Ticket to the Chip Arms Race

marsbit03/16 11:06

KuCoin Launches 24/7 Stock Index Perpetual Contracts Featuring Tesla and MicroStrategy

KuCoin has launched 24/7 Stock Index Perpetual Contracts, starting with Tesla (TSLAUSDT) and MicroStrategy (MSTRUSDT). These synthetic derivatives allow round-the-clock trading with entry from just $1 USDT. They feature institutional-grade pricing, session-aware mark pricing, and EMA-based smoothing to reduce volatility risks around traditional market hours. The product aims to bridge TradFi and crypto by offering continuous, accessible cross-asset trading without actual stock ownership. KuCoin CEO highlighted the move as part of their Trust-First strategy to provide robust, real-time risk management. Availability may be restricted in some jurisdictions, and trading carries significant risk.

TheNewsCrypto03/13 22:10

KuCoin Launches 24/7 Stock Index Perpetual Contracts Featuring Tesla and MicroStrategy

TheNewsCrypto03/13 22:10

Elon Musk Cosigns X Money Post, But Does It Have Anything To Do With Dogecoin?

Elon Musk's plans for a financial services app, X Money," are advancing, with the platform aiming to become a Western version of China's WeChat by integrating communication and financial transactions. The app is designed to allow users to manage all financial activities—including payments, savings, investments, and loans—without leaving X or relying on traditional banks. Internal testing is underway, and an external beta is expected soon. Despite Musk’s well-known support for Dogecoin, which surged 33,000% in 2021 partly due to his endorsement, the post he endorsed made no mention of the cryptocurrency. While Dogecoin is accepted for Tesla merchandise, it has not been officially integrated into X’s payment system, leaving its role in X Money uncertain.

bitcoinist03/07 20:02

Elon Musk Cosigns X Money Post, But Does It Have Anything To Do With Dogecoin?

bitcoinist03/07 20:02

Musk Creates Another Capital Myth? SpaceX IPO Approaches, Stock Volatility May Be More Intense Than Tesla

SpaceX, the aerospace giant founded by Elon Musk, is reportedly preparing for a potential IPO as early as this month, with a target valuation exceeding $1.75 trillion. Analysts predict the stock could experience even greater volatility than Tesla (TSLA.O) post-listing. Key growth is expected from its Starlink satellite internet business, projected to generate significant future revenue and profits. However, the company faces challenges typical of Musk-led ventures, including ambitious timelines that often face delays, such as the Starship rocket and Mars mission goals. The stock’s performance is likely to be heavily influenced by Musk’s leadership and public persona, with a low public float of around 3.3% potentially amplifying price swings. Negative news affecting Tesla or Musk could also impact SpaceX, highlighting concentrated risk. Despite delays, investor focus remains on long-term vision over short-term setbacks.

marsbit03/04 10:30

Musk Creates Another Capital Myth? SpaceX IPO Approaches, Stock Volatility May Be More Intense Than Tesla

marsbit03/04 10:30

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