X CEO Linda Yaccarino Steps Down, Reflects on Company’s Achievements
X CEO Linda Yaccarino has made the decision to step down from her role as the chief executive of the social media platform. In a heartfelt post on X, Yaccarino expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to lead the company and reflected on the progress made during her two-year tenure.
Yaccarino commended the X team for their dedication and hard work in advancing the company towards its goal of becoming the Everything App. She emphasized the importance of prioritizing user safety, particularly for children, and highlighted the innovative initiatives undertaken to enhance the platform’s offerings.
In her official statement, Yaccarino stated, “After two incredible years, I’ve decided to step down as CEO of X. When @elonmusk and I first spoke of his vision for X, I knew it would be the opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me with the responsibility of protecting free speech, turning the company around, and transforming X into the Everything App.”
She further added, “I’m incredibly proud of the X team – the historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable. We started with the critical early work necessary to prioritize the safety of our users—especially children, and to restore advertiser confidence.”
Elon Musk, the founder of X, expressed his appreciation for Yaccarino’s contributions to the platform. In a response tweet, Musk wrote, “Thank you for your contributions.” The collaboration between Yaccarino and Musk has been instrumental in shaping X into a digital town square that amplifies diverse voices and cultural influences.
During Yaccarino’s leadership, X underwent significant transformations and solidified its position as a hub for global conversations and connections. The company’s acquisition by Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, marked a pivotal moment in its evolution, with a valuation of $33 billion.
Yaccarino’s departure signifies the end of an era for X, but her legacy of innovation and commitment to user safety will continue to shape the platform’s future endeavors. As X embarks on a new chapter with xAI, the possibilities for growth and impact are boundless.