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The Boring Company Vegas Loop expansion set in stone after another approval

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With the approval in hand, Elon Musk’s tunneling company can expand the reach of the Vegas Loop up to the Las Vegas city limits. TBC’s expansion plan for the extensive transportation system would double the Vegas Loop’s reach with 65 miles of tunnels crossing 69 stations throughout Sin City.

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The Boring Company to purchase land from UNLV for Vegas Loop station

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The Boring Company is expected to purchase 1.3 acres of land near the Thomas & Mack Center from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Located on the corner of Tropicana Avenue and University Center Drive, the property, which currently serves as a parking lot, is expected to host a Vegas Loop station.

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39 Teslas allegedly acquired by Las Vegas resident involved in crypto scam case

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A 50-year-old Las Vegas resident was charged with operating a cryptocurrency scam that netted him $45 million and 39 brand-new Teslas, among other things. The government is looking to forfeit nearly $36 million in 25 accounts across 12 different banks, two insurance companies, and a stock brokerage.

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The Boring Company posts stats from CES 2022

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The Boring Company (TBC) released a few stats on the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) Loop’s performance during CES 2022. In preparation for the event, The Boring Company increased the LVCC Loop’s Tesla fleet. According to the tunneling company, the Loop’s average ride time was less than two minutes.

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The Boring Company starts negotiations for San Antonio, Texas Loop

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The Boring Company (TBC) started negotiations with the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) after board members voted to conduct a feasibility study into the project. The Boring Company was one of two finalists for the San Antonio transportation project. Both companies presented their proposals to the Alamo RMA.

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The Boring Company’s LVCC Loop ramps to 70 cars as CES 2022 kicks off

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The Boring Company’s (TBC) Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) Loop in Sin City recently increased its Tesla fleet to 70 vehicles as part of its efforts to cater to the influx of visitors attending CES 2022. . The event features prominent exhibitors like General Motors, LG, Panasonic, and many more well-known companies.

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The Boring Company’s UNLV purchase gets approval from NSHE Board of Regents

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In a March 10 meeting, the Nevada System of Higher Education’s (NSHE) Board of Regents gave the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) permission to finalize the sale of a parcel of land to The Boring Company (TBC). The purchase involves 1.3 acres of land near the Thomas & Mack Center owned by UNLV.