Elon Musk Confirms Xmail Launch Amid Gmail Shutdown Rumors

Elon Musk, CEO of X (formerly Twitter), has confirmed the upcoming launch of Xmail, sparking speculation about its potential to rival Google’s Gmail. This follows rumors of Gmail shutting down, which Musk’s confirmation addresses.

The announcement came after a tweet from Nathan McGrady, a senior member of X’s Security Engineering team, inquiring about Xmail’s launch date. Musk’s response confirmed the service is in development, potentially reshaping the email service landscape.

Amid concerns over Gmail’s future, a viral post on X suggested Google’s email service would cease operations by August 1, 2024. Google clarified on X that Gmail is not shutting down and recent interface changes were routine updates.

Despite Google’s reassurances, discussions about email alternatives have surged. Some users are interested in trying Xmail, expressing distrust toward Gmail and a readiness to explore alternatives.

In other news, Musk, also SpaceX CEO, called for humanity to expand beyond Earth, advocating for a moon base and cities on Mars. He noted the lack of lunar missions since Apollo 11 in 1969, highlighting the need for further space exploration beyond historical milestones.