On with Kara Swisher Will Elon Musk Turn Twitter Into Yahoo Mail?
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May 18, 2023 
Zoë Schiffer, managing editor of Platformer, and Ryan Mac, tech reporter at The New York Times, dive into Twitter's transformation under Elon Musk. They discuss how the platform's shift from a global public square to a government-compliant entity affects its relevance. With Musk's controversial decisions, users feel disillusioned as censorship rises. The duo also explores the challenges facing Twitter's new ad chief, Linda Yaccarino, as she navigates a chaotic landscape while trying to balance advertiser relationships in a subscription-driven model.
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Elon's Influence
- Elon Musk's actions have transformed Twitter.
- His influence is significant across various domains like tech, cars, space, and Starlink.
Twitter in Turkey
- Twitter complied with Turkish government takedown requests before the elections.
- This raises concerns about Elon Musk's commitment to free speech, especially given Tesla's recent entry into the Turkish market.
Twitter and the Arab Spring
- During the Arab Spring, Twitter was a hopeful platform for expression and organization.
- Social media platforms, including Twitter, took credit for the uprisings, although their role was primarily as communication tools.