Tesla Proposes $29B Pay Package for Elon Musk Amid AI Talent Wars

Tesla proposes a $29 billion compensation package for CEO Elon Musk, awarding 96 million shares to retain him amid AI talent wars and legal appeals over his voided 2018 deal. The plan, requiring shareholder approval on November 6, 2025, vests over time and locks shares until 2032. Critics cite dilution risks, but supporters emphasize Musk's vital role in Tesla's AI ambitions.