Hate Surge on Social Media 'X' Post Musk's Takeover

Hate speech on 'X' surged nearly 50% following Elon Musk's acquisition, with no decline in bot accounts during his tenure. Increased engagement with hate-related content and a drop in environmentalist activity signaled potentially negative implications for the platform's safety and democratic integrity.

An alarming rise in hate speech on the social media platform 'X' has been recorded following Elon Musk's acquisition, with a reported spike of almost 50%, according to a new analysis.

Research conducted by the University of California, Berkeley, among others, suggests that the number of bot and bot-like accounts remained stable, contradicting Musk's previous vows to reduce such activity.

The study, published in PLOS One, highlights the concerning trends, urging for intensified moderation and further research to secure safe and democratic online interactions.