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Musk has acknowledged these concerns, asserting that Twitter cannot devolve into a “free-for-all hellscape” where any statement could be made without consequence. Still, establishing this balance will prove challenging, especially given the diverse opinions regarding what constitutes acceptable speech.
Advertisers and the Economic Implications
With Musk’s vision for Twitter, there are worries about how advertisers will respond. The potential fallout from a relaxed content moderation policy may drive advertisers away in droves. Analysts caution that Musk must tread carefully, or risk losing significant revenue if advertisers choose to exit the platform over discontent with the content being permitted.