Elon Musk's X Platform and Access to Competitors' Information

SOURCE open.substack.com
Elon Musk's social media platform X is launching a digital wallet and peer-to-peer payment services. Musk's associates have gained access to confidential information about X's competitors through the CFPB. The White House and Musk representatives did not respond to requests for comment.

Key Points

  • Musk's associates have been granted access to confidential information about X's competitors through the CFPB
  • White House involvement in potentially conflicting interests
  • CFPB operations halted by new leadership under Russell Vought
  • Musk's vision to streamline regulatory agencies

Pros

  • Potential innovation in digital payment services through X platform

Cons

  • Concerns about access to competitors' confidential information