NEW YORK — Elon Musk announced on May 21, 2026, that SpaceX is hiring world-class engineers and physicists for its new SpaceXAI initiative, emphasizing that prior experience in artificial intelligence is not necessary.

In a post on X, Musk wrote: “SpaceX is actively hiring world-class engineers/physicists for SpaceXAI, even if you have zero prior experience in AI. Smart humans figure it out fast.”

He directed applicants to email ai_eng@spacex.com with approximately three bullet points demonstrating evidence of exceptional ability. Musk added that he will personally review emails that pass reasonable sanity checks.

SpaceX is actively hiring world-class engineers/physicists for SpaceXAI, even if you have zero prior experience in AI. Smart humans figure it out fast.

Please send an email with ~3 bullet points demonstrating evidence of exceptional ability to ai_eng@spacex.com.

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— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 21, 2026

In follow-up posts, Musk clarified what qualifies as exceptional ability. He stated: “If you’ve made a very complex thing do useful work, that’s a major plus.”

SpaceXAI is a new effort combining SpaceX’s expertise in aerospace engineering with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The initiative aims to accelerate development in areas such as autonomous systems, simulation, optimization and next-generation spacecraft design.

The hiring announcement generated significant interest on X, with thousands of replies, quotes and reposts within hours. Users shared resumes, qualifications and humorous applications in response to the open call.

Musk’s approach emphasizes raw talent and problem-solving ability over traditional credentials. This aligns with hiring practices he has previously described at SpaceX and Tesla, where demonstrated results and rapid learning capacity take precedence.

SpaceX, founded by Musk in 2002, has grown into a leader in reusable rocket technology and satellite internet through Starlink. The company employs thousands of engineers and has achieved multiple milestones, including routine orbital launches, crewed missions to the International Space Station and Starship development.

The addition of SpaceXAI reflects broader industry trends of integrating AI into aerospace applications. Potential uses include improved trajectory optimization, real-time anomaly detection, autonomous flight systems and advanced manufacturing processes.

No specific number of open positions or detailed job descriptions were provided in the initial announcement. Interested candidates are instructed to submit concise evidence of exceptional ability rather than traditional resumes.

The post received widespread engagement, with over 100,000 likes and millions of views shortly after publication. Replies included applications from engineers, physicists and individuals highlighting unique accomplishments.

SpaceX has not issued an official statement beyond Musk’s posts. The company typically recruits through its careers page and targeted outreach for specialized roles.

This hiring drive comes as SpaceX continues aggressive expansion. The company is preparing for increased Starship flight tests, Starlink constellation growth and future crewed missions to the Moon and Mars under NASA’s Artemis program and private initiatives.

Musk has frequently highlighted the importance of talent density in high-stakes engineering environments. His companies prioritize individuals who can rapidly adapt and contribute to complex technical challenges.

Applicants are encouraged to focus on concrete examples of problem-solving rather than formal qualifications. The three-bullet-point format aims to surface exceptional candidates efficiently.

The announcement aligns with Musk’s public emphasis on accelerating human progress through multi-planetary expansion and advanced technology development. SpaceXAI is positioned as a key enabler for these long-term goals.

As of May 21, 2026, no additional details on timelines, specific team sizes or compensation have been disclosed. The hiring process is expected to move quickly for qualified candidates.

SpaceX remains one of the most sought-after employers in aerospace and technology. The company’s culture emphasizes rapid iteration, first-principles thinking and ambitious goals.

The SpaceXAI initiative represents a significant step in applying AI to space exploration challenges. Potential applications include autonomous spacecraft operation, mission planning optimization and scientific data analysis from Starlink and future missions.

Musk’s personal review of qualifying applications underscores the priority placed on this recruitment effort. The process aims to identify top talent capable of contributing immediately to cutting-edge projects.

Voters in Philadelphia passed a ballot measure on Tuesday that will create the country’s first city-run savings program for workers whose jobs don’t offer retirement benefits.

The measure will create a new program called PhillySaves that allows private sector workers whose employers don’t sponsor retirement plans like a 401(k) to automatically enroll in individual retirement accounts (IRAs) set up by the city.

Participation in PhillySaves is voluntary and allows workers to opt out of enrolling in the auto-IRA or change how much they’re contributing out of their paychecks at will. 

The accounts will also follow workers to future jobs, and workers can withdraw contributions early if needed on a tax-free basis – though any gains or interest withdrawn would be subject to tax.

NEARLY HALF OF GEN X WORKERS ARE DELAYING RETIREMENT AS RISING COSTS, STAGNANT WAGES DRAIN SAVINGS

An estimated 208,000 private sector workers in Philadelphia will be able to enroll in PhillySaves. Many such workers are in the service industry with higher employee turnover or are employed by small businesses that would face compliance burdens in establishing and maintaining a retirement plan.

The program also doesn’t charge businesses who are registered in the program to enroll their employees.

PhillySaves will be managed by a third-party firm overseen by the Philadelphia Retirement Savings Board created under the initiative. Pew estimates that the program will cost the city up to $1 million initially and around $500,000 annually in subsequent years.

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“Philadelphia voters took an important step this week by approving PhillySaves,” said Patrick Morgan, project director for The Pew Charitable Trusts’ Philadelphia research and policy initiative. 

“It’s imperative that PhillySaves gets off to a fast start. We know from looking at similar efforts that appointing a strong board, hiring the right leader, and education employers and employees about how the plan works is critical to the success of these programs,” Morgan added.

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The measure passed with the support of 78% of voters and follows the Philadelphia City Council passing legislation last year that was signed into law by the mayor in January.  

That allowed the program to move forward with the public vote needed to create the governing board under the city’s charter.

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“Philadelphia now has a real opportunity to show that smart policy design, strong execution and sustained support can expand Philadelphians’ retirement security in a practical and affordable way,” Morgan said.

LIV Golf is preparing to take its updated business plan and investor pitch on the road as soon as Thursday, in an effort to raise fresh capital to continue operations past the end of the current season, people familiar with the plans told CNBC.

The upstart golf circuit will be seeking financing in the range of $250 million to $350 million from potential investors, according to the people, who requested anonymity given the confidential nature of the discussions. The capital raise plans are being taken to market by boutique investment bank Ducera Partners, which is advising LIV Golf.

Parts of the proposal seen by CNBC are targeting qualified investors and aim to “fully recapitalize LIV and drive path to profitability.”

The move comes weeks after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, or PIF, announced it would stop funding LIV’s operations after the 2026 season. PIF Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan also stepped down as the chairman of LIV Golf, which he founded alongside former professional golfer Greg Norman back in 2022.

The league said last month that a newly established independent board of directors had been put in place, led by capital markets and restructuring veterans Gene Davis of Pirinate Consulting Group and Jon Zinman of JZ Advisors. 

The new capital raise paves the way for league ownership to be controlled by not only new investors, but the league’s players and LIV management, as well. 

LIV may have a tougher road ahead to fundraise in the wake of PIF pulling its support. Multiple reports over the last several months have pegged PIF’s investment at more than $5 billion through the life cycle of its LIV involvement, which has yet to lead to a profitable golf league operation. 

Since its founding, LIV has garnered splashy headlines with massive contracts that were reportedly awarded to top talent to lure them away from the highly established PGA Tour. That vast spending was in part justified by having the vast resources of one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds backing it. 

Now that the PIF funding is no longer a cornerstone for the future of LIV, questions are being raised about how LIV CEO Scott O’Neil will restructure business operations without billions of dollars in funding. The league has hundreds of millions in player contract obligations and a goal of becoming profitable in the next two years.

Earlier this week, Bloomberg News reported that LIV had begun evaluating bankruptcy as a potential tool for resetting the stage for business operations with an aim of profitability. Bankruptcy filings have been used by other companies as a way to nullify contractual obligations in things like real estate and employment contracts.

The potential for bankruptcy has reportedly led some players within the LIV ranks to explore other avenues to continue their professional playing careers. Still, there are a number of high-profile LIV players who have recently expressed interest in keeping the LIV business operating as a going concern. 

During press availability at last week’s PGA Championship tournament at Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia, LIV Golfer and Legion XIII team captain Jon Rahm said he had faith in the work LIV was doing and its ability to come up with a good plan for the future. 

Rahm had previously acknowledged some of the news swirling around potential capital raises and restructurings.

“I do believe that for the business plan to change, whatever they’re coming up with, there will need to be some concessions on our part,” said Rahm, one of LIV’s highest-paid athletes, during a press conference at LIV Golf’s Virginia tournament at Trump National Golf Club in Potomac Falls, Virginia.

One of LIV’s biggest value propositions has been the prominent placement of team golf. During the early months after launching the league, insiders had promoted team golf as a potentially massive growth driver for the sport and had used the team aspect in pitches aimed at getting PGA Tour players to move to the newly minted circuit. 

The new funding plans will try to convince potential investors that team-based fandom and seasoned general managers will be key drivers of the business plan in the months ahead. 

LIV’s proposed calendar for next season will target 10 total team events across the world, according to the investor pitch viewed by CNBC, looking to replicate what it achieved with highly attended events in places like South Africa and Australia. The pitch also notes year-over-year growth in sponsorships, partnerships, ticket sales, retail and YouTube viewership.

One thing LIV will not have a problem getting as it kicks off its push for new investors is media attention.  Coverage of the ongoing battle between LIV and the PGA Tour has led to what looks like battle lines being drawn between those fans who are supportive of the long-established PGA Tour, versus those who are vocal supporters of LIV and its format.

Meanwhile, the golf world is also waiting on the next major update from the PGA Tour about its future operations, where more substantive updates are expected from CEO Brian Rolapp around mid- to late-June.

Wall Street’s benchmark S&P 500 index closed slightly higher after Thursday’s choppy session as oil prices finished lower and investors hoped for a Middle East peace deal even as the U.S. and Iran appeared to take directly opposing stances over Tehran’s uranium stockpile and control of the Strait of Hormuz. After spending the morning in the red, stocks clawed their way back to gains in afternoon trading while oil prices shifted from a rally to a decline as investors monitored social media for news on the peace progress.

While U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters there had been “some good signs” in talks with Iran, he also said a diplomatic deal would be unfeasible if Tehran implemented a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil transit route. Earlier, a Reuters report signaled a hardening stance from Tehran, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei issuing a directive that uranium should not be sent abroad. However, President Donald Trump said the U.S. will eventually recover Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium, which Washington views as weapons-related, while Tehran maintains it is for peaceful use.

Jason Pride, chief of investment strategy and research at Glenmede, said volatility was driven by geopolitical speculation. He noted that with earnings season largely over, market focus has shifted back to Iran, leaving sentiment sensitive to headlines and potential deal developments.

According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 gained 11.54 points, or 0.16%, to 7,444.51, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 25.82 points, or 0.09%, to 26,296.18. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 278.91 points, or 0.56%, to 50,288.26.

Marc Dizard, chief investment officer at Huntington Wealth Management, said markets remain sensitive to every geopolitical headline, though the fragile ceasefire appears to be holding and an off-ramp remains possible. He added that the extent of progress between the U.S. and Iran remains unclear even to most investors.

Investors also reacted to corporate earnings. Walmart shares fell after it forecast second-quarter profit below estimates and maintained its annual targets, citing pressure from high fuel prices and potential retail inflation if costs stay elevated.
Among S&P 500 sectors, consumer staples led losses, weighed down by Walmart and other retailers including Casey’s General Stores and Costco Wholesale. Nvidia also declined as investors booked profits following its strong outlook and share buyback announcement, amid concerns about rising competition from Intel and AMD.In economic data, jobless claims fell, signaling labor market resilience and supporting expectations that the Federal Reserve may stay focused on inflation risks. U.S. manufacturing activity also rose to a four-year high in May, driven by inventory building amid supply and price concerns linked to the Iran conflict.

Among other movers, IBM gained on news of U.S. government-backed investment in quantum computing ventures, including a new IBM project. GlobalFoundries and several quantum computing firms also rose. Intuit shares dropped after cutting its TurboTax revenue forecast and announcing workforce reductions.

Peter Anevski
CEO & Director

Good afternoon. I’m Pete Anevski, Chief Executive Officer of Progyny and a member of the Board of Directors. I’m very happy to welcome you to the Progyny 2026 Annual Stockholders Meeting.

Before I call the meeting to order, I’d like to welcome our Board members in attendance and introduce the business team members who are with us today. The other officers of Progyny in attendance are David Schlanger, Executive Chairman; Mark Livingston, Chief Financial Officer; and Allison Swartz, General Counsel, who will also be acting as Secretary for today’s meeting.

I’d also like to introduce John Valla of Ernst & Young LLP, Progyny’s independent auditors, who is available to respond to appropriate questions. We thank all of you for joining us today.

The meeting will now officially come to order. We will proceed with the formal business of the meeting as set forth in your notice of annual meeting and proxy statement. After the formal part of the meeting, we will give you an opportunity to ask questions you may have.

We’ll begin the meeting with a brief update on the business. As a reminder, remarks made today and in response to any questions may include forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other important factors that are described in our SEC filings, including our first quarter Form 10-Q, and our actual results may differ materially from such statements. Any forward-looking statements that we make during the meeting are based on our beliefs and assumptions today, and we have no obligation to update them.

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Susan Peterson

Good afternoon. My name is Susan Peterson, and I’m the Chair of the Board of Directors of Vista Group International Limited. And on behalf of the Board and our senior leadership team, it’s my pleasure to welcome you to our Annual Shareholders’ Meeting for 2026. Thank you to our share registrar, MUFG Pension and Market Services for hosting us at their offices and for providing the virtual meeting platforms for those joining online. The virtual meeting platform enables you to vote and ask questions, and we encourage your participation.

I’ll provide you with further instructions as we progress through the meeting. And if you encounter any issues, please refer to the virtual meeting guide or you can phone the help line on 0800 200-220 that’s 0800-200-220.

Now before we begin the business of this meeting, it’s my great pleasure to introduce my fellow directors. In no particular order, we have James Miller, who chairs our Audit and Risk Committee and sits on our Nomination and Remuneration Committee. We have Cris Nicolli, who chairs our Nomination and Remuneration Committee and also sits on our Audit and Risk Committee. We have Claudia Batten, who sits on both our Audit and Risk Committee and Nomination and Remuneration Committee. And we have Murray Holdaway, the Co-Founder of Vista Group, who is unable to join us today as he’s overseas. He’s asked me to pass on his apologies to you.

Now our CEO, Stuart Dickinson, is present with a number of our senior leadership team and our auditors, represented by [ John O’Cooby ] from PwC, are also with us today. Now Kelvin Preston, our

More than 120,000 Orb Funkee squeeze toys have been recalled after it was discovered that the sand filling inside the toys may contain fibrous tremolite, a form of asbestos. 

Imported by the Canadian company The Orb Factory Limited, the toys were sold nationwide at major retailers, including Walmart and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, according to an alert from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

If the sand inside the toy is inhaled, it can cause adverse and potentially serious health issues.

POPULAR COSTCO KITCHEN GADGET RECALLED AFTER FIRE HAZARD LEAVES PERSON BURNED

No injuries or incidents have been reported to date.

Ticker	Security	Last	Change	Change %
WMT	WALMART INC.	121.34	-9.51	-7.27%
OLLI	OLLIE’S BARGAIN OUTLET HOLDINGS INC.	83.07	+0.82	+1.00%

The toys retailed for between $5 and $40 and were on shelves from February 2025 through April 2026.

Roughly 121,340 units are affected by the recall.

COSTCO RECALLS POPULAR PRODUCT IN 2 STATES OVER POTENTIAL INGREDIENT MIX-UP

Since the recall targets two specific models of soft, stretchable toys, consumers should check for the date code 3102491A, which is printed on the hand of the large golden monkey or on the back of the smaller versions.

Those who own the toys are urged to immediately take them away from children and stop using them. 

The Orb Factory is offering refunds for the defective products.

CHECK YOUR FREEZER: ORGANIC ICE CREAM RECALLED IN 17 STATES OVER POSSIBLE METAL FRAGMENTS

To claim a refund, customers must place the toy in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal it securely with tape and email a photo of the bagged product to customerservice@orbtoys.com.

If the toy has ruptured and sand has leaked out, the company said consumers should wear a mask and gloves, and clean up the escaped sand with a damp cloth before placing the toy, cloth, mask and gloves into a heavy-duty plastic bag. 

The bag must then be double-bagged, sealed with tape and disposed of according to local or state regulations.

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Anyone with questions can contact The Orb Factory directly at 800-741-0089 or via the recall information section on their website.

The Orb Factory Limited, Walmart and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet did not immediately respond to FOX Business’ requests for comment.