Lights, camera, action! Elon Musk, the founder of X (previously Twitter), is on a quest to revolutionize the App Store game. And he's not scared to take on Apple's formidable Tim Cook. Sounds interesting right? You won’t want to miss the climax ahead!
Musk's newest step is pushing Cook to change the App Store fees X pays on subscriptions. You see, Musk wants to increase artists' revenues on the platform, and he's not holding back. He's pumped and eager to fight for equal compensation for all of the amazing artists out there.
"While we had previously said that X would keep nothing for the first 12 months, then 10%, we are amending that policy to X keeps nothing forever, until payout exceeds $100k, then 10%," Musk tweeted. Mr. Musk that is some real generosity!
However, there is a catch. Musk refers to the 30% reduction as the "App Store tax." That's akin to a villain swooping in to grab a share of the money generated by artists. Musk, on the other hand, isn't one to back down from a task. He's ready to meet with @tim_cook to see if they can work anything out. He proposes that Apple receive "only 30% of what X keeps." This allows creators to enjoy more of their well-earned cash.
Let's be honest: Cook may not be the easiest opponent to work with. He has a lengthy history of avoiding criticism over App Store fees and rules. He's like a shield, deflecting all the darts aimed at him.
But, hey, Musk hasn't been shy about criticizing Apple. He's upset about their "secret 30% tax" on in-app purchases. It's like the final battle between a superhero (Musk) and a supervillain (Cook), but with tweets instead of fists.
Musk has already postponed the launch of Twitter Blue in order to avoid those bothersome fees. Musk made a wise decision! He further alleged that Apple threatened to remove Twitter from the App Store. But, as you know, sometimes things get lost in translation. After a private discussion with Cook, it was revealed that everything had been a "misunderstanding." certainly, certainly.
All kidding aside, Musk and X really need more paying subscribers. Their ad income has plummeted by more than 50% since he took control X. The advertising has gone missing, most likely enjoying a holiday on a lonely island.
So, the plan is simple: more subscribers means less reliance on ad revenue. But it will not be simple. To close the funding deficit, they'll need millions more subscribers. It's practically hard to fill a swimming pool with a single cup of water!
Will Musk's bold request sway Cook's heart, or is it just a battle of egos? The only way to know is to wait and see. But one thing is certain: Musk is unafraid to battle for what he feels is right. So, gather your friends and prepare for the great clash between Musk and Cook. It's going to be a wild ride!
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Musk's newest step is pushing Cook to change the App Store fees X pays on subscriptions. You see, Musk wants to increase artists' revenues on the platform, and he's not holding back. He's pumped and eager to fight for equal compensation for all of the amazing artists out there.
"While we had previously said that X would keep nothing for the first 12 months, then 10%, we are amending that policy to X keeps nothing forever, until payout exceeds $100k, then 10%," Musk tweeted. Mr. Musk that is some real generosity!
However, there is a catch. Musk refers to the 30% reduction as the "App Store tax." That's akin to a villain swooping in to grab a share of the money generated by artists. Musk, on the other hand, isn't one to back down from a task. He's ready to meet with @tim_cook to see if they can work anything out. He proposes that Apple receive "only 30% of what X keeps." This allows creators to enjoy more of their well-earned cash.
Let's be honest: Cook may not be the easiest opponent to work with. He has a lengthy history of avoiding criticism over App Store fees and rules. He's like a shield, deflecting all the darts aimed at him.
But, hey, Musk hasn't been shy about criticizing Apple. He's upset about their "secret 30% tax" on in-app purchases. It's like the final battle between a superhero (Musk) and a supervillain (Cook), but with tweets instead of fists.
Musk has already postponed the launch of Twitter Blue in order to avoid those bothersome fees. Musk made a wise decision! He further alleged that Apple threatened to remove Twitter from the App Store. But, as you know, sometimes things get lost in translation. After a private discussion with Cook, it was revealed that everything had been a "misunderstanding." certainly, certainly.
All kidding aside, Musk and X really need more paying subscribers. Their ad income has plummeted by more than 50% since he took control X. The advertising has gone missing, most likely enjoying a holiday on a lonely island.
So, the plan is simple: more subscribers means less reliance on ad revenue. But it will not be simple. To close the funding deficit, they'll need millions more subscribers. It's practically hard to fill a swimming pool with a single cup of water!
Will Musk's bold request sway Cook's heart, or is it just a battle of egos? The only way to know is to wait and see. But one thing is certain: Musk is unafraid to battle for what he feels is right. So, gather your friends and prepare for the great clash between Musk and Cook. It's going to be a wild ride!
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