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So, 500m a year to whisper sweet nothings into the minds of a significant % of the world population. Or brainwashing them, whatever you like. I think it's not a bad price, someone surely feels theyre getting their moneys worth.

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$1bn is revenue, not income. Income is much less.

The value of a TV network, newspaper or social media platform is not just its revenue, it’s the ability to influence and control narratives.

It's true. Anyway someone should cover the gap. Considering that X can't directly pay shareholders loans, the first principle of accounting.

It is a good deal if you want to influence millions of bots.

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