Unveiling uncertainty: Insights from Linda Yaccarino’s Interview on X’s (formerly Twitter) direction under Elon Musk

The revelations from a comprehensive interview conducted by Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X (formerly Twitter) with CNBC today highlight a consistent theme: the more the tech boss tries to shed light on the platform’s path under the enigmatic proprietor Elon Musk, the deeper the labyrinth of questions seems to become.

Each time Yaccarino addressed a contentious aspect of the business, it seemed to trigger a cascade of new concerns, akin to an unending storm of uncertainty.

Below are the main takeaways from the conversation. 

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