This Week in Startups Elon no longer joining $TWTR board, Breslow's Instacart case-study, NYT tells reporters to reduce time on Twitter | E1432
Apr 12, 2022
Exciting news unfolds as Elon Musk reverses his decision to join Twitter's board, stirring discussions about his influence on the platform. The NYT raises eyebrows with an internal memo urging reporters to limit their tweeting. Meanwhile, Ryan Breslow’s threads reveal a claim of Instacart's CEO being shadow-fired by Sequoia, raising questions about corporate governance and transparency. Dive into these hot topics as they explore the evolving landscape of social media and startup dynamics!
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Meeting Harrison Ford
- Jason Calacanis met Harrison Ford and discussed Blade Runner.
- Ford shared that he intentionally wasn't told if Deckard was a replicant.
Elon's Twitter Use
- Elon Musk effectively uses Twitter for product feedback and customer support.
- He may prefer influencing product development directly rather than through board restrictions.
Investing in Twitter
- If concerned about Twitter's ownership, groups can collectively buy shares to exert influence.
- This offers a way to "vote with your dollar" and shape the platform's direction.