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X's UK profits collapsed the year after Elon Musk's takeover

a year ago
  • #Elon Musk
  • #Social Media
  • #Business Decline
  • X's revenues and profits in the UK collapsed by 66.3% and 74% respectively after Elon Musk's takeover.
  • Advertising decline cited due to concerns over 'brand safety and/or content moderation'.
  • Twitter UK Ltd narrowly avoided being struck off for late filing of accounts.
  • Employee numbers in the UK dropped from 399 to 114, with significant cuts in R&D.
  • Despite struggles, X's value rebounded to $44bn, and X.AI acquired it for $33bn.
  • Experts suggest recovery is possible if Musk improves advertiser support and brand safety measures.
  • Musk established X.AI London in the UK, sparking speculation about political donations.