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Musk Says Tesla-SpaceX Merger Uncertain, Joint Chip Venture Launched
7/25/2026
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- Elon Musk told Tesla shareholders that a merger with SpaceX is not confirmed, though the firms will have more overlap such as possible Starlink use for robotaxis.
- SpaceX and Tesla launched the Terafab joint venture in March in Austin to make microchips.
- Dan Ives estimated an over 80% chance the two firms will merge in 2027.
