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Vinod Khosla and Elon Musk are involved in a public dispute over Khosla’s restriction of public access to Martins Beach in California.
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The dispute began when Musk posted a modified image on X, criticizing Khosla’s 16-year legal battle to block public access to the beach.
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The feud extends beyond the beach access issue, encompassing disagreements on politics, immigration, and artificial intelligence development.
Billionaires Vinod Khosla and Elon Musk are embroiled in a heated public feud, with their latest clash centered on Martins Beach in California. The dispute began when Musk criticized Khosla’s restriction of public access to the beach, posting a modified image on X. Khosla responded, demanding an apology and accusing Musk of spreading misinformation.
The controversy surrounding Martins Beach dates back to 2008 when Khosla purchased the adjacent property for $32.5 million. Khosla blocked the only road to the beach in 2010, citing his right as a private property owner to restrict access. However, California’s State Lands Commission argued that the public had historically accessed the beach via that road and should continue to do so under state law.
The feud between Khosla and Musk extends beyond the beach access issue. They have publicly disagreed on various topics, including political candidates, artificial intelligence development, and immigration policies. Their disagreements have also spilled into the business realm, with Khosla’s venture firm invested in OpenAI and Musk leading a competing AI project.
Musk is known for his outspoken nature, frequently engaging in public spats with politicians and fellow billionaires on X. The latest exchange between Musk and Khosla highlights the deep divisions between the two tech billionaires, with their differences likely to continue playing out in the public eye.
You owe me an apology for spreading falsehoods. I think this post of yours needs a community comment for being a fraudulent photo. I have never put up this sign or anything even remotely like this. I presume it is AI generated but you can verify that. It will help X if we can… https://t.co/5PVE8uxDpH
— Vinod Khosla (@vkhosla) September 22, 2024
