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Elon Musk Relocates SpaceX's Legal Home to Texas, Criticizes Delaware

Following a Delaware court ruling against his Tesla pay package, Elon Musk moves SpaceX to Texas and urges companies to leave Delaware.

  • Elon Musk announces the relocation of SpaceX's legal incorporation from Delaware to Texas, following a Delaware court's decision to void his $56 billion Tesla pay package.
  • Musk criticizes Delaware's legal environment, urging companies to consider incorporating in states like Nevada or Texas for better legal protections and tax benefits.
  • The move comes after Neuralink, another Musk venture, changed its incorporation from Delaware to Nevada, highlighting a broader strategy to shift business operations out of Delaware.
  • Delaware, known for its business-friendly laws, faces criticism from Musk who describes the state as prone to 'spurious litigation' and unfavorable to businesses.
  • Musk's decision to relocate SpaceX and potentially Tesla's incorporation to Texas aligns with his investments in the state, including Tesla's headquarters in Austin and SpaceX facilities.
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