
TWITTER: What Elon Musk’s Acquisition Means for the Future of Social Media
The Next Big Idea
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Rethinking Social Media Dynamics
This chapter examines the limitations of current social media platforms, particularly in the context of filter bubbles and user needs. It advocates for intentional design and decentralized alternatives, emphasizing the importance of public digital spaces akin to civic institutions. The conversation reflects on the evolution of user-generated platforms like Wikipedia and speculates on future social media models driven by community engagement rather than sheer technological advancements.
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