Elon Musk, Hate speech and X

Hate speech dramatically increased on X under Elon Musk’s watch, researchers say
Hate speech on X dramatically increased during the several months that Elon Musk served as CEO when compared to the prior months, according to a new study.
Hate speech on X rose by 50% after Musk's acquisition, analysis suggests
A new analysis suggests that the rate of hate speech on X was about 50% higher for several months after Elon Musk purchased the social media platform than in prior months, and the amount of bot and bot-like accounts did not decline.
Hate speech on X found to have increased under Elon Musk’s leadership
A new analysis suggests that the rate of hate speech on X was about 50 percent higher for several months after Elon Musk purchased the social media platform than in prior months, and the amount of bot and bot-like accounts did not decline.
Hate speech on X surged for at least 8 months after Elon Musk takeover – new research
Hate speech on X was consistently 50% higher for at least eight months after tech billionaire Elon Musk bought the social media platform, new research has found. The research looked at the prevalence of overt hate speech including a wide range of racist, homophobic and transphobic slurs.
Elon Musk promised to stamp out hate speech and bots on X. New research shows neither happened
The number of posts containing slurs doubled and the number of bot accounts also increased, new research by a California team suggests.
World’s most populous nation saw a ‘staggering’ rise in hate speech last year, report says
India’s religious minorities have faced a “staggering” rise in hate speech over the past year, including from top leaders of ...
Hate crime being investigated after new San Leandro homeowner targeted with racist graffiti
"I was in shock. Am I really being attacked based on the color of my skin?" said Sonia Reed, a first-time homeowner who ...
India sees huge spike in hate speech in 2024, says report
According to the India Hate Lab report, 269 hate speech instances were reported in May 2024, the highest in the year.
New poll reveals which Trump policies Americans love and hate
Americans are giving big thumbs up and down to some of the early actions taken by President Donald Trump during the opening weeks of his second administration.
Snoop Dogg Super Bowl commercial against hate earns backlash after Trump performance
Snoop Dogg and Tom Brady teamed up for a Super Bowl commercial Sunday night aimed at combatting hate. Fans were not impressed.
Settlement reached in North Dakota lawsuit alleging intimidation by white nationalist hate group
A lawsuit alleging a white nationalist hate group intimidated immigrant business owners in North Dakota has settled ...
I hate letting people down - O'Sullivan on withdrawals
Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan apologises for withdrawing from recent events, saying he needs to prioritise his ...
Ty Dolla $ign Releases Statement Condemning Hate Speech, Without Naming Ye
Ty Dolla $ign has released a statement condemning all forms of hate speech. The California artist took to his Instagram Story ...