TECH - Gates Admits: Musk was 'Super Mean' After Tesla Short – Is There Still Bad Blood? | Benzinga
Bill Gates reportedly acknowledged Elon Musk’s past criticism, revealing that the tech billionaire was “super mean” to him after he admitted to shorting Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), while the latter suggested that the Microsoft co-founder might still hold a “massive bet” against the electric vehicle company.
What Happened: On Monday, Benzinga reported about the origins of the feud between two of the world’s most prominent tech figures, Musk and Gates, traced back to early 2022 when the Microsoft co-founder admitted to shorting Tesla stock, resulting in a substantial $1.5 billion loss on his part, citing excerpts from a new biography written by Walter Isaacson.
Musk, known for his strong aversion to short-sellers, viewed this move as a direct challenge to his mission of promoting sustainable energy.
More information from the biography has revealed Musk’s reaction to Gates’ shorting decision. He disclosed that Musk was notably angry, stating, “Once ...