Elon Musk Mocks Himself Amidst Twitter Controversy: 'If I'm So Smart...

Elon Musk faces backlash over $44B Twitter acquisition, accused of overpaying.

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Musk scrutinized for introducing $8/month Twitter Blue subscription service.

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Musk humorously questions his decision: "If I'm so smart, why did I pay so much for Twitter?"

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Musk expresses concerns about Twitter's corrosive impact on civilization.

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Musk aims to turn Twitter into a positive force, amidst perceived negative trajectory.

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Twitter user experience improves post-acquisition with reduced bots, scams, and exploitation material.

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Musk playfully asserts, "I'm definitely not evil," amid Twitter controversies.

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Musk dines with Bernard Arnault at luxurious Cheval Blanc hotel in Paris prior to conference.

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