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X Holdings Corp.

Social Media

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X (formerly Twitter) is a prominent social media platform known for its real-time messaging and networking capabilities. It serves as a global hub where users post tweets to share news, opinions, and multimedia content, engaging a vast audience across diverse demographics. Its influential reach makes it a critical tool for public communication and brand promotion.

Founded: 2006

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X Company Overview

Known as a major player in the social media landscape, X is renowned for revolutionizing how information is shared and consumed globally. The platform allows users to send and read short messages called "tweets," which can include text, photos, videos, and links. Tweets are limited in length, encouraging concise and dynamic exchanges of information. X has become an indispensable tool for news dissemination, social campaigning, and personal communication, connecting millions worldwide. Twitter was co-founded by Jack Dorsey, Biz Stone, and Evan Williams. Initially conceived as a side project within the podcasting company Odeo, Twitter quickly evolved into its own entity, gaining rapid popularity for its unique approach to online communication. It went public in 2013 and has since grown to become one of the most influential social media networks, often credited with playing a pivotal role in significant political and social movements due to its fast-paced and accessible nature. Elon Musk completed the purchase of Twitter on October 27, 2022. The deal marked a significant change in the direction of the social media platform Twitter, eventually leading to its rebranding as X. X's impact extends beyond individual users to businesses, governments, and non-profit organizations, which use the platform to share updates, engage with stakeholders, and manage public perception. It also offers targeted advertising services, which are a significant source of revenue for the company. The platform's ability to influence public opinion and market trends is enhanced by features like hashtags, which help increase the visibility of messages, and "trending" topics, which indicate what is currently capturing the public's interest.

Management Team

Elon Musk Chief Technology Officer and Chairman
Linda Yaccarino Chief Executive Officer

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