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Elon Musk talks Twitter, Tesla and the future — live at TED2022

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Apr 15, 2022
Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, dives into his bid for Twitter and shares his biggest career regret. He candidly discusses navigating free speech in today's digital landscape and the challenges of moderating content on social media. Musk also opens up about living with Asperger's Syndrome, emphasizing optimism and proactive contributions to society's future. His insights offer a glimpse into the intersection of technology, leadership, and personal experiences in shaping our world.
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INSIGHT

Open-Sourcing Twitter's Algorithm

  • Elon Musk believes Twitter's algorithm should be open-sourced.
  • This transparency ensures public trust and promotes free speech.
ANECDOTE

Tesla's Funding and the SEC

  • Elon Musk claims the SEC knew Tesla's funding was secured.
  • Despite this knowledge, they pursued an investigation, forcing Musk to settle to save Tesla.
ANECDOTE

Tesla's Founding

  • Elon Musk's biggest regret is not starting Tesla solely with JB Straubel.
  • He clarifies that he didn't invest in Tesla; they created it, contrary to other co-founder narratives.
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