Elon Musk vs. Taylor Swift and Imane Khelif: A power play reshaping the digital landscape. Who’s next?

In a dramatic turn of events, Elon Musk has once again demonstrated the immense influence he wields over the digital world, sparking chaos for both global pop star Taylor Swift and rising boxing talent Imane Khelif. The fallout began when Musk’s platform, X (formerly Twitter), unexpectedly locked Taylor Swift’s account for alleged “policy violations,” leading to a swift and severe backlash.

Within hours, Swift lost 7 million followers, and reports estimate the incident could cost her over $100
million in brand partnerships, sponsorships, and promotional deals. Meanwhile, Imane Khelif, already
embroiled in controversy over her recent WBO award, has found herself facing mounting criticism as
Musk’s recent comments added fuel to the fire.

Swift’s account lock shocked her 100+ million followers, many of whom took to social media to express
their outrage. The singer’s account was reportedly flagged for unspecified violations of X’s new policies,
prompting speculation about whether the move was intentional or the result of a technical glitch.

Musk, however, fueled the controversy with a cryptic post, writing, “Rules apply to everyone, even pop
stars. Accountability matters.” The tweet, which amassed over 12 million views in less than 24 hours, left
fans and critics debating whether the decision was personal or purely procedural.