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Elon and Mark at war but at least not a blood war.

The world of technology is abuzz with the news that Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are set to face off in the ring – a boxing match between the two tech powerhouses – on still to come date. It may seem like an unusual showdown, but if there’s anyone who is capable of pulling off something like this, it’s Elon Musk. The high-profile match will be held to benefit the Neuralink research lab that Musk co-founded in 2017. The lab meets several of Musk's long-term goals, such as developing implantable technology that can connect brains to computers. The boxing match is being promoted heavily on social media, with both CEOs teasing followers with a set of rules they’ve agreed to. The fight is expected to be fought under 10-ounce professional boxing rules. This means no kicking, punches below the belt, or headshots.

The match will necessarily be one-sided, as Musk is currently training for the fight and Zuckerberg is not. This seems only fitting, given that Musk is currently enjoying greater success in tech and business circles than Zuckerberg.

The stakes for the bout are high. Any punches thrown in anger or gloating could quickly ruin the carefully cultivated public images of both CEOs. It’s important to remember that, although the stakes are high, this fight is for charity — all proceeds from the event will be donated to research into neurotech and advanced implants.

Regardless of the outcome of this fight, one thing is clear: it’s marking yet another moment in a long-standing tech rivalry between the two men. These competitions aren’t just for the sake of entertainment; they’re also for showing off who’s the strongest and most powerful in the tech industry. After all, the winner of this fight won’t just be the champion of the boxing ring — they’ll also be the champion of the tech race.

The spectacle of this match-up promises to make it a unique event. With Musk already providing a steady flow of pre-fight hype, the stage is set for what is sure to be a thrilling battle between the two powerful tech icons. We’re all eagerly awaiting the outcome — and in the meantime, we can all make sure to donate to the charity that will benefit from the proceeds of this fight.