Elon Musk: The Misinformation Mogul

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How Elon Musk and X Became the Biggest Purveyors of Online Misinformation https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/elon-musk-twitter-misinformation-timeline-1235076786/

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Elon Musk: The Misinformation Mogul

Rolling Stone has chronicled Elon Musk's transformation of X (formerly Twitter) into a hotbed of misinformation, painting a stark picture of his influence:

• Dismantling Truth: Musk's tenure at X has been marked by the dismissal of teams dedicated to combating misinformation, resulting in a surge of false narratives around critical issues like migration, gender, health, and elections.

• Amplifying Lies: His personal engagement with conspiracy theorists and the reinstatement of previously banned accounts for hate speech have significantly boosted the visibility of misinformation. His tweets, like those denying the severity of Covid-19, have misled millions.

• Election Interference: Musk's false claims about election integrity have been viewed nearly 1.2 billion times, potentially swaying public opinion and undermining democratic processes. His support for certain political figures, like Donald Trump, further muddies the waters of political discourse.

• A Platform for Propaganda: Musk's actions have turned X into a platform where misinformation thrives, with his own interactions helping to spread conspiracy theories and falsehoods to an unprecedented scale.

This timeline from Rolling Stone serves as a scathing critique of Musk's role in promoting a culture of misinformation, highlighting the dangerous implications for public trust, health, and democracy.

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How Elon Musk and X Became the Biggest Purveyors of Online Misinformationhttps://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/elon-musk-twitter-misinformation-timeline-1235076786/