The Story The myth of the X exodus
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Dec 2, 2024 
Danny Fortson, US West Coast Correspondent for The Sunday Times and tech expert, dives into the social media upheaval following Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now X. He discusses the mass exodus of users seeking alternatives like Blue Sky due to rising toxicity and misinformation. The conversation explores the consequences of this shift on digital discourse and the emergence of echo chambers. Fortson also examines the broader implications of Musk's actions on user engagement and the future of social media dynamics.
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Musk and UK Politics
- Elon Musk's involvement in British politics, including tweeting about a tyrannical police state, has drawn criticism.
- His tweets align with petitions calling for a rerun of the elections that brought Keir Starmer to power.
Bully's Veto
- Musk's changes to X's terms of service, especially blocking functionality, empower bullies.
- This lessens user control and risks a silencing effect due to unchecked abuse.
Engagement Decline
- Journalists find less engagement on X despite having fewer followers elsewhere.
- Musk's decision to restrict data access hinders research into the platform's changes.