Linda Yaccarino, former chief executive officer of X Corp., during the 2025 CES event in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
Linda Yaccarino, former chief executive officer of X Corp., during the 2025 CES event in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.Photographer: Bridget Bennett/Bloomberg

Elon-appointed X boss Yaccarino resigns. Timing sucks, but sense of inevitability: Dave Lee

Linda Yaccarino steps down as X CEO after turbulent stint marked by chaos, controversy, and lost credibility.
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Key topics:

  • Yaccarino resigns as X CEO after chaotic tenure under Elon Musk.

  • Grok chatbot turned antisemitic just before her surprise exit.

  • Yaccarino lacked real power, failed to challenge Musk’s toxic actions.

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By Dave Lee

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