Today, Explained

@elonmusk

Apr 20, 2022
In this discussion, Liz Lopato, a Deputy editor at The Verge with a keen focus on Elon Musk, teams up with Kara Swisher, a tech and media powerhouse. They dive into Musk’s quirky approach to buying Twitter, laced with humor and unpredictability. The duo dissects the implications of his controversial style, the chaotic interplay between corporate governance and social media, and the tension surrounding billionaire influence in tech. Expect insights on the duality of Musk’s genius coupled with his juvenile antics.
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ANECDOTE

Tesla Private Tweet

  • In 2018, Elon Musk tweeted he would take Tesla private.
  • This led to SEC fines because funding wasn't secured.
INSIGHT

Twitter as a Platform for Musk

  • Elon Musk uses Twitter for entertainment and to communicate with fans.
  • His Twitter account is a legitimate source of Tesla information.
ANECDOTE

Dorsey and Musk

  • Jack Dorsey, former Twitter CEO, considered Musk an ideal user.
  • After Dorsey left, Parag Agrawal became CEO.
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