In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), led by Chair Gary Gensler, has given tech billionaire Elon Musk a 48-hour ultimatum to settle pending issues or face potential legal charges. While the letter issued to Musk is cryptic about the details, it hints at multiple allegations involving Musk and his companies.
🔍 Neuralink Under the Microscope
One focal point of the investigation is Musk’s brain-computer interface company, Neuralink. The SEC has reportedly reopened its probe into Neuralink this week, raising eyebrows across the business world. Adding fuel to the fire, Musk’s attorney, Alex Spiro, was recently subpoenaed, with threats of enforcement if he refused to comply.
🛡️ Musk Hits Back
As tensions escalated, Musk took to his social media platform X (formerly Twitter), posting a fiery response:
“The SEC is just another weaponized institution doing political dirty work.”
🧐 What’s Behind the Conflict?
The SEC’s scrutiny of Musk isn’t new. A key issue stems from his delayed disclosure of a 9.2% stake in Twitter (now X). By law, under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, anyone acquiring over 5% of a public company must disclose the transaction within ten days. Musk allegedly waited over 20 days to reveal his holdings back in April 2022, sparking SEC investigations.
Earlier this year, Musk agreed to testify in the matter but failed to show up for a scheduled deposition, prompting the SEC to seek court-imposed sanctions.
💬 Experts Speak Out
Attorney John Deaton, a prominent voice in crypto circles, expressed concerns about the SEC’s tactics. He remarked:
“If the SEC can aggressively target someone like Elon Musk, imagine the plight of small businesses and entrepreneurs who lack his resources.”
Deaton also drew parallels with other SEC cases, including Ripple Labs and the LBRY lawsuit, highlighting the heavy costs of legal defense. Ripple alone has reportedly spent over $150 million fighting the SEC.
⚖️ What’s Next?
As the clock ticks down on the SEC’s ultimatum, the business world is watching closely. Will Musk opt for settlement, or is another high-profile legal battle on the horizon? Stay tuned for updates!
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