Main topic: X (formerly known as Twitter) throttling traffic to websites disliked by Elon Musk.
Key points:
1. X slowed down access to websites including The New York Times, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, Reuters, and Substack.
2. These websites have been publicly attacked by Musk in the past.
3. The delays potentially affected the traffic and ad revenue of these companies.
Hint on Elon Musk: Musk has previously blocked links to competitors, called the New York Times "propaganda," and took away their verification check mark. He has also feuded with Mark Zuckerberg and threatened a cage fight.
Elon Musk has agreed with a graphic designer's analogy between mainstream media critiques and Jim Cramer's erratic stock predictions, highlighting the need for independent sources of information.
Former pharmaceutical executive and convicted securities fraudster Martin Shkreli claims he has been lobbying Elon Musk through mutual friends to regain access to his original X (formerly Twitter) account, alleging that Musk's actions contradict his stance on free speech; Shkreli believes Musk may be jealous of him and his machismo.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk claims that his daughter, who attended a progressive Los Angeles school, has become a communist and resents him for his wealth.
Elon Musk's strained relationship with his transgender daughter, Jenna Wilson, has caused him significant emotional distress, according to his biographer, as she cut off communication with him and legally changed her name to distance herself from him.
Elon Musk says Twitter will file a defamation lawsuit against the Anti-Defamation League, accusing them of falsely accusing him and the platform of being antisemitic and blaming them for Twitter's falling U.S. advertising revenue.
Elon Musk is engaging with white nationalists and antisemites on Twitter, supporting a campaign to ban the Anti-Defamation League from the platform.
Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt criticizes Elon Musk for boosting the antisemitic #BanTheADL campaign and considering a lawsuit against the civil rights group, calling his behavior dangerous and irresponsible.
Elon Musk is described as volatile and multi-faceted by biographer Walter Isaacson, who believes that Musk's childhood traumas and drives shaped his adventurous and dramatic personality, along with his urgency to make humans a multi-planetary species.
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, is now the father of 11 children and expressed his concern about underpopulation and low birth rates.
The biography "Elon Musk" by Walter Isaacson explores the life and achievements of the Tesla and SpaceX CEO, but fails to address controversial aspects such as his experiences with apartheid and allegations of discrimination, resulting in a one-sided portrayal of Musk as a visionary hero.
Walter Isaacson's book "Elon Musk" reveals a heated exchange between Elon Musk and Bill Gates, with Musk expressing his frustration over people shorting Tesla stock.
Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter led to multiple business decisions that violated the company's internal policies and likely ran afoul of a government order on data security and privacy, according to depositions from former employees published by the Justice Department in a court filing.
Elon Musk is threatening to sue the Anti-Defamation League over claims that their statements about rising hate speech caused a significant decrease in advertising on the site, despite Musk's public statements and actions becoming increasingly unhinged.
Elon Musk faces backlash and accusations of treason over his decision to deny Ukraine access to Starlink during their conflict with Russia.
Elon Musk's leadership at X (formerly Twitter) is being questioned by the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the company's compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's consent order on data privacy and security, as investigations reveal a chaotic environment and potential violations.
Elon Musk faced tough questions about his involvement in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and Vladimir Putin's praise during a recent interview, but chose not to respond.
Elon Musk is known for his disruptive innovation in the electric vehicle industry, space exploration, and his controversial use of Twitter, but his historical significance and impact on social media may not be seen as a net force for good in the long run.
Ukrainian public figures are criticizing Elon Musk for rejecting a request from the Ukrainian military to re-activate his satellite communications system, with some accusing him of being selfish, ignorant, and even an alien. The controversy has damaged Musk's image in Ukraine and led to concerns over relying on one individual for important resources like Starlink.
Walter Isaacson's new biography of Elon Musk has sparked controversy, receiving mixed reviews for lacking analysis and idolizing Musk, while including intriguing anecdotes involving Ari Emanuel proposing to run Twitter for $100 million and Larry David questioning Musk about gun violence at a wedding.
Elon Musk's ambiguous relationship with receiving help from the US government, given its involvement with some of his ventures, is discussed by author Walter Isaacson.
Elon Musk expressed concerns about his father's inappropriate behavior towards his stepdaughter when she was 15, according to a new biography, and later, his father fathered two children with the same stepdaughter.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk denies a Wall Street Journal report claiming that the company is in early discussions with Saudi Arabia about establishing a manufacturing facility in the country, calling it another false article.
Elon Musk allegedly had an altercation with Larry David at Ari Emanuel's wedding in France, where David questioned Musk's political views and accused him of supporting Republican policies.