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U.S. Political Drama Draws Users to X, but Will They Stay Hooked?

U.S. Political Drama Draws Users to X, but Will They Stay Hooked?

Update: 2024-07-311
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Interest in Elon Musk’s social-media platform X surged during a 28-day period of intense political drama in the U.S. WSJ columnist Tim Higgins joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the company is trying to maintain users’ interest. Plus, banks see an opportunity in gamers.


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U.S. Political Drama Draws Users to X, but Will They Stay Hooked?

U.S. Political Drama Draws Users to X, but Will They Stay Hooked?

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