Putin: Russia in ‘close contact’ with ‘genius’ Musk over satellite networks

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised SpaceX CEO Elon Musk as a 'genius' on Wednesday, revealing that Russia has been in 'close contact' with the billionaire as it develops a rival satellite internet network. Putin made the remarks during a summit with African leaders in Moscow, where Digital Development Minister Maksut Shadayev briefed attendees on the project.