The Vergecast

Mark Zuckerberg’s big plans for AR glasses / Elon Musk offers to buy Twitter in takeover attempt

Apr 15, 2022
Liz Lopatto and Adi Robertson, both reporters at The Verge, dive into Elon Musk's bold bid to acquire Twitter, discussing its implications for governance and free speech. They unpack Musk’s unfiltered approach to content moderation and the skepticism around his acquisition plan. The conversation shifts to Meta's ambitious advancements in augmented reality glasses, including a new wristband that promises intuitive control. They explore AR's future landscape and the competition among tech giants like Meta, Apple, and Google striving for innovation.
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ANECDOTE

Elon's Twitter Takeover Attempt

  • Elon Musk bought 9% of Twitter and was offered a board seat, but he declined.
  • He then offered to buy the entire company for $54.20 per share, causing chaos.
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Questionable Offer

  • Elon Musk's offer to buy Twitter lacks confirmed funding, making its seriousness questionable.
  • The market's skepticism is evident in Twitter's share price trading below the offer.
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Twitter's Dilemma

  • Twitter's board faces a dilemma with Elon Musk's hostile takeover bid.
  • Accepting the offer could negatively impact management and potentially trigger further bids.
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