Music world reacts to Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover: “Hope he fucking nukes it”

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The Independent.His offer was initially turned down by Twitter, which put a “poison pill” measure in place to stop a takeover attempt by Musk.

However, the two parties later entered talks before the deal entered its final stages of negotiations.Yesterday, Musk shared a glimpse into his policy for the platform. “I hope that even my worst critics remain on Twitter because that is what free speech means,” he tweeted.I hope that even my worst critics remain on Twitter, because that is what free speech means— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 25, 2022Upon the deal being finalised, Musk then posted a quote on the platform in which he claimed that “free speech is the bedrock to a functioning democracy, and Twitter is the digital town square where matters vital to the future of humanity are debated.”He also explained that he aims to make the social media site “better than ever by enhancing the product with new features, making the algorithms open source to increase trust”, and said he plans to “defeat spam bots” “while authenticating all humans”.“Twitter has tremendous potential – I look forward to working with the company and the community of users to unlock it,” Musk concluded.The music world have been reacting to the news overnight.

Geoff Barrow wrote: “Hi Elon, you’re a twat. How’s about that for freedom of speech?”While Anton Newcombe added: “Tell him and his ilk to go fuck themselves and provide directions.”Questlove tweeted: “Welp.

What now” You can check out some more of the reaction here:All you high and mighty do-gooders are deciding to jump ship because mr hair club for men on the moon @elonmusk just bought Twitter – fucking him – it’s time to pick up the pace and breath fire in his face – tell him and his ilk to go fuck.