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DDoS Attack Behind Glitches in Musk-Trump Interview on X, Claims Tesla CEO

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The much-anticipated interview between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on August 12, 2024, was marred by significant technical issues, which Musk attributed to a large-scale DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) attack. The interview, hosted on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), marked Trump's return to the platform after being banned in 2021. Despite being tested for high traffic, the event faced disruptions less than 20 minutes in, leading to a reduced live audience and conspiracy theories blaming political opponents for the attack.
Musk assured listeners that an unedited audio version would be available, and despite the technical glitches, over 15 million people accessed the interview's playback. Speculation arose regarding the platform's ability to handle heavy traffic, with some doubting Musk's explanation. This incident is not the first time X has faced technical challenges during high-profile events, with a similar issue occurring in 2023 during a Twitter Spaces event featuring Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
The interview itself, lasting over two hours, was generally friendly but did not reveal much new about Trump's plans for a potential second term. Trump focused on topics like a recent assassination attempt, illegal immigration, and reducing government regulations.
Full Source: https://thecyberexpress.com/ddos-attack-musk-trump-interview-on-x/
 

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