Elon Musk is facing significant backlash for announcing that X will be deboosting “negative content,” and the backlash is FIERCE. Some news outlets are even asking if the news itself is considered “negative” by its very nature.
Elon Musk’s new algorithm for X aims to prioritize positive content and reduce negativity, raising concerns about free speech, censorship, and the impact on content creators and serious discussions.
00:00 Elon Musk’s controversial comments have sparked backlash and raised concerns over X’s plan to promote positive content while debosting negative posts, impacting free speech and narrative control.
02:29 Elon Musk is prioritizing monetization on X by reducing visibility for negative posts and limiting external links, impacting content creators’ revenue.
04:01 Elon Musk’s new algorithm on X aims to reduce negativity, contradicting his free speech stance, as serious discussions about child harm clash with lighter content.
05:51 X is set to change its algorithm to prioritize informative content and may evolve into a decentralized platform like Discord for curated discussions.
07:36 Elon Musk’s move to penalize negativity on X marks a shift towards monetization and engagement, contrasting with the previous era of rewarding negative posts during Biden’s presidency.
09:37 Elon Musk’s algorithm aims to deboost negative content, especially criticism of advertisers, but faces skepticism over his motives.
11:41 Elon Musk’s deboosting of negative posts on X raises censorship concerns and reflects declining user engagement amid a focus on extreme political content.
14:19 New algorithms may favor positive content, risking the distortion of serious news, while skepticism about Elon Musk’s future grows.
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