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Seattle .Hoo

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I don't get it. I don't think it's a good thing for any industry to be


concentrated into the hands of a few people or companies. We've seen industry consolidation for years now, with very little scrutiny over potential anti-trust violations.

We've seen the power of social media to alter our political discourse, though mostly their objective has been to use AI to sell us stuff. Legislation has not kept up with online privacy concerns. Now, when I sign up for a social media account, which I have done before with FB and Twitter, I do agree to abide by their terms of service. I'm not sure how hard that is to understand.

But I do have to wonder what Musk's endgame is with the acquisition of a powerful platform like Twitter, which I understand has nevertheless underperformed revenue-wise. Maybe just to make a buck when he resells it. But maybe just to purchase a forum where he can't get banned? Or one where he can promote some other agenda that he has in mind? I guess we'll see what happens. He has yet to announce any changes.

(In response to this post by Folly Beach Hokie)

Posted: 04/26/2022 at 2:20PM



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