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Elon-gate: the Musk-Twitter story

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Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover

This chapter chronicles Elon Musk's tumultuous acquisition of Twitter, detailing his initial interest, legal battles, and ultimate ownership. Upon taking control, Musk implemented dramatic leadership changes and expressed ambitions to transform Twitter into a multifunctional 'super app.' The chapter also examines the potential cultural implications and user reactions to Musk's ownership, especially in light of the upcoming American midterm elections and the future of content moderation on the platform.

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