![Musk now says it's 'pointless' to build a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers Musk now says it's 'pointless' to build a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713840920_tbElonMusk.jpg)
Musk now says it's 'pointless' to build a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers
An all-new affordable Tesla for human drivers had until recently been a linchpin of Teslas strategy to become worlds biggest automaker.
Wed Nov 06 2024
![Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41728619075_Teslas.jpg)
Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain
Elon Musk said the electric vehicle maker will roll out driverless ride-hailing services to the public in California and Texas next year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
!['Blade Runner 2049' producer sues Tesla, Warner Bros over AI images 'Blade Runner 2049' producer sues Tesla, Warner Bros over AI images](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/81483155954_TeslaMotors.jpg)
'Blade Runner 2049' producer sues Tesla, Warner Bros over AI images
Alcon said it had refused a request from Warner Bros to use images from the firm for Tesla's Oct. 10 live-streamed cybercab unveiling.
Tue Oct 22 2024
![INSIGHT - Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis INSIGHT - Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61728645649_Tesla.jpg)
INSIGHT - Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis
The automaker is widely expected to showcase a prototype called the "Cybercab" rather than a road-ready driverless taxi.
Fri Oct 11 2024
![Tesla CEO Musk unveils 'Cybercab', 'Robovan' as focus shifts to automation Tesla CEO Musk unveils 'Cybercab', 'Robovan' as focus shifts to automation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41728619075_Teslas.jpg)
Tesla CEO Musk unveils 'Cybercab', 'Robovan' as focus shifts to automation
Elon Musk traveled to the stage in a "Cybercab" and said production will start in 2026.
Fri Oct 11 2024
![What is a sovereign wealth fund? What is a sovereign wealth fund?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81694412465_USDollar.jpg)
What is a sovereign wealth fund?
Sovereign wealth funds are investment vehicles owned by countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism [COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism
The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Khazanah reports RM5.1 billion operating profit for 2024 Khazanah reports RM5.1 billion operating profit for 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738742334_KhazanahNasional.jpg)
Khazanah reports RM5.1 billion operating profit for 2024
Khazanah records RM103.6 billion NAV in 2024, driven by strong domestic investments and strategic growth.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738381204_planecrash.jpg)
Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision
Work continues by the US Army Corps of Engineers to remove the airplane wreckage from the Potomac River.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738735872_LiewChinTong.jpg)
Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA
Malaysia is focusing on two main approaches to facilitate the DEFA negotiation, says Liew Chin Tong.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738737515_RafiziRamli.jpg)
Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi
The finance ministry has projected Malaysia's GDP to grow between 4.5 and 5.5 per cent in 2025.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738736327_tbSheinTemuapp.jpg)
Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports
The move comes after China imposes targeted tariffs on US imports and warnings of possible sanctions against firms like Google.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738739328_ShweKokkocity.jpg)
Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres
Evidence shows transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar's Tachileik, Myawaddy, Payathonzu, that are possible power cut targets.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738727270_tbDonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738724702_tbDonaldTrumpIsr.jpg)
FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza
Here are some remarks that US President Donald Trump made and questions that he answered during a press conference.
Wed Feb 05 2025