https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elon-musk-a-real-genius-putin-says-after-talks-with-spacex-bossContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elon-musk-a-real-genius-putin-says-after-talks-with-spacex-bosshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elon-musk-a-real-genius-putin-says-after-talks-with-spacex-boss#u171585Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:10:35 +0000Russian President Vladimir Putin praised SpaceX chief Elon Musk as a real genius following discussions regarding satellite technology. Putin revealed during the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow that the two figures maintain close contact. The public praise arrives as Russia attempts to develop its own domestic satellite internet constellation named Rassvet to compete with existing networks. Meanwhile, Musk has faced scrutiny regarding accusations that his company restricted Ukraine access to the Starlink satellite system.Why it mattersThe public exchange highlights shifting technological dynamic