In a surprising turn of events, two prominent technology moguls, Twitter’s Elon Musk and Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, have seemingly agreed to participate in a cage fight.
The social media drama unfolded when Musk took to Twitter, announcing his willingness to engage in a physical confrontation with Zuckerberg. The Facebook and Meta CEO promptly responded by challenging Musk to “send me location.”
As the news spread, speculations regarding the authenticity and implications of this challenge flooded social media platforms. A spokesperson for Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, confirmed the development, stating, “The story speaks for itself.”
It seems that the cage match proposal had gained traction beyond mere banter. Musk, who is known for his eccentric statements, further fueled the flames by suggesting Las Vegas as the location for the anticipated showdown. Referencing the Octagon, the arena used for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bouts, Musk hinted at a potentially serious intent behind his challenge.
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However, he later injected a note of levity into the situation by sharing videos of walruses and disclosing his unique combat move, aptly named “The Walrus.”
He tweeted, “I have this great move that I call ‘The Walrus’, where I just lie on top of my opponent & do nothing.”
He later tweeted short videos of walruses, perhaps suggesting his challenge to Mr. Zuckerberg may not entirely be serious.
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Meanwhile, Zuckerberg, at 39 years old, has reportedly been actively training in mixed martial arts (MMA) and has even secured victories in jiu-jitsu tournaments. This revelation added credibility to the notion that the cage match may not be entirely far-fetched.
Social media erupted with opinions and debates over who would emerge victorious in the hypothetical face-off. Memes and mocked-up posters advertising the bout circulated online, capturing the imagination of users worldwide.
It’s worth noting that Elon Musk has a history of making unconventional statements that may not come to fruition. From appointing his dog as the CEO of Twitter to his grandiose claims about a hyperloop connecting major cities, some of his pronouncements have remained unfulfilled. However, Musk has also proven to follow through on certain commitments, such as stepping down as Twitter CEO after a poll conducted among Twitter users favored his resignation.
In Meta’s case, the company has recently unveiled plans for a text-based social network, known as P92, which aims to rival platforms like Twitter. This development could intensify the competition between Musk and Zuckerberg in the social media arena.
With the potential to allow users to follow accounts they already follow on Instagram, Meta’s new platform may pose a significant challenge to Musk’s Twitter empire.
As the saga continues, the question of whether this cage match will ever materialize remains unanswered. For now, enthusiasts and skeptics alike eagerly await further updates, analyzing every twist and turn in the ongoing duel between two of the tech world’s most influential figures.
