Inflation accelerated to 3.5% from 3.1% in the year to September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Musk, who is CEO of both companies, says there is "a lot to be gained" from the merger, which would be the biggest in history.

Investigative genetic genealogy can help hunt down criminals but raises worries over privacy.

Musk says a mega merger would have many benefits to his companies.