Twitter's Decline Under Elon Musk's Ownership

SOURCE npr.org
Twitter's bot problem has worsened since moderation was reduced, leading to a flood of spammy accounts. Elon Musk's ownership accelerated the platform's decline, causing a significant drop in ad revenue. The platform's transformation has negatively impacted user experience and advertiser confidence.

Key Points

  • Moderation cuts and prioritization for paid users worsened bot problem
  • Elon Musk's ownership accelerated decline in ad revenue and advertiser trust
  • Platform's transformation negatively impacted user experience
  • Lack of sustainable business model due to focus on maximizing engagement

Cons

  • Increased spam and bot presence on the platform
  • Significant decline in ad revenue
  • Negative impact on user experience and advertiser confidence