Elon Musk plans to meet Twitter employees for the first time. Ever since the billionaire announced that he would buy the social media giant, he actually shared the things he wanted to do with the platform.
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 25: In this photo illustration, news about Elon Musk's bid to takeover Twitter is tweeted on April 25, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. It was announced today that Twitter has accepted a $44 billion bid from Musk to acquire the company.
These include reducing the fake Twitter accounts, making the social media website a completely free-speech platform, etc. Now, it seems like the social media company's employees are concerned regarding another possible decision of Musk.
Previously, Elon said he wanted to lay off around 10% of his employees. Although it is still unsure if the billionaire will also do it to Twitter once his purchase is completed, some staff already wants to clarify it in the upcoming virtual town hall meeting.
Elon Musk To Meet Twitter Employees
According to The Washington Post's latest report, the Twitter virtual town hall meeting will happen on Thursday, June 16. Elon is expected to meet around 7,500 employees of the social media giant.
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This illustration photo taken May 13, 2022, displays Elon Musks Twitter account with a Twitter logo in the background in Los Angeles. - Elon Musk sent mixed messages Friday about his proposed Twitter acquisition, pressuring shares of the microblogging platform amid skepticism on whether the deal will close. In an early morning tweet.
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Reuters' reported that Musk plans to reiterate his desire to own Twitter, answering the questions of many Twitter staff. Some anonymous individuals working for Twitter said that many employees are concerned regarding the upcoming acquisition of the billionaire.
This is because they are unsure if Elon will also lay off Twitter workers or if he seeks to change the company's approach when it comes to moderating and policing the social media platform's content.
As of writing, the $44 billion Twitter acquisition of the tech CEO is still incomplete. But, it seems like his agreement with the social media giant is also affecting the company.
Elon Musk's Twitter Agreement Effects
Ever since Musk closed the deal to purchase Twitter, the online platform has already experienced various issues. Many users criticized the social media giant for accepting the billionaire's offer.
On the other hand, the stocks of the company also fell around 25% after Elon agreed to purchase each share for $54.20. If you want to see further details about the effects of Elon Musk's ongoing Twitter acquisition, you can visit this link.
Meanwhile, experts are now asking if Twitter's WFH setup will be affected once Elon Musk's acquisition is completed.
Previously, critics stated that Elon Musk's Twitter purchase might be misleading in its terms.
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Written by: Griffin Davis
