Despite ‘misgivings,’ judge approves Elon Musk’s $1.5M SEC settlement
TechCrunch·July 8, 2026
Elon Musk's legal dispute with the Securities and Exchange Commission has been resolved, with a judge approving a $1.5 million settlement. The settlement stems from Musk's disclosure of his growing stake in Twitter, now known as X. Despite initial reservations, the judge ultimately gave the settlement their approval, bringing an end to the prolonged saga. Musk's case had garnered significant attention due to the high-profile nature of the parties involved.
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