<p>Repeat from November, 2023.</p><br><p>For more on Bubble Trouble, including transcripts of the show, visit us online at <a href="http://bubbletroublepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://bubbletroublepodcast.com</a></p><p>You can learn more about Richard at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-kramer-16306b2/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-kramer-16306b2/</a></p><p>More on Will Page at: <a href="https://pivotaleconomics.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pivotaleconomics.com</a></p><br><p>In this episode of Bubble Trouble, hosts Richard Kramer and Will Page engage in an in-depth discussion with Alex Kantrowitz, veteran tech journalist and founder of Big Technology. The discussion provides insights on some of the issues and dilemmas facing Twitter (now called X) under the leadership of Elon Musk. Kantrowitz offers valuable perspectives on the changing dynamics in the tech world, touching on the rise of Reddit, problems with 'Threads', and the impact of new leadership on Twitter's performance and brand value. The conversation also delves into the principle of 'Effective Altruism' prevalent in Silicon Valley and what it signifies about tech leadership. Analysis of recent data reveals Twitter's shrinking user base and engagement, though it remains a highly popular app. The episode wraps with Kantrowitz sharing about his newsletter 'Big Technology', and its recent features.</p><br><p>00:00 Introduction and Welcome</p><p>00:46 Part One</p><p>00:52 Interview with Tech Journalist Alex Kantrowicz</p><p>02:17 Exploring Twitter's History and Business Model</p><p>06:52 Twitter's Influence and Impact on Journalism</p><p>07:32 The Decline of Traditional Media and the Rise of Digital Platforms</p><p>08:45 Twitter's Role in the Attention Economy</p><p>09:54 Twitter's Popularity and Influence Despite Declining Numbers</p><p>15:06 Analyzing Twitter's User Data and Trends</p><p>28:47 Part Two</p><p>32:37 The Future of Twitter: Cyclical or Structural Decline?</p><p>36:26 Twitter's Competition: Reddit and Threads</p><p>36:34 The Struggles of Threads</p><p>36:59 The Power of Network Effects</p><p>38:17 The Limitations of Threads</p><p>39:48 The Rise of Reddit</p><p>40:04 The Role of Reddit in the Social Media Landscape</p><p>40:54 The Impact of Pocket App on Twitter</p><p>41:25 The Irrelevance of Threads and the Power of Meta</p><p>44:20 The Challenges Twitter Faces</p><p>45:50 Potential Strategies to Save Twitter</p><p>49:32 The Future of Twitter Under Musk's Leadership</p><p>54:51 The Role of Effective Altruism in Tech Companies</p><p>58:57 The Danger of Singular Solutions</p><p>59:27 The Value of Comments and the Future of Twitter</p><p>01:01:38 Closing Remarks and Promotion of Big Technology</p><p>01:02:34 Credits</p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
