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CNN's Reaction

Origin of the rumor

Elon musk's reaction

Conclusion

Spread on social media

Elon Musk Buying cnn

CNN

Cable New Network

• CNN or Cable News Network is an American Tv channel that focuses on 24 hour news*
• it was created in 1980 by ted turner and reese schonfeld
• source: SpaceXMania

Origin of the rumor

• The rumor about Elon Musk buying CNN began with a satirical article published on a parody website called SpaceXMania
• on October 18, 2024.
• This article falsely claimed that Musk intended to acquire CNN for $3 billion,

Spread on social media

• The fake news quickly spread across various social media platforms, including
• Facebook,
• Threads,
• and X (formerly known as Twitter), a platform owned by Musk himself.
• Musk’s recent acquisitions, such as Twitter in 2022, made this rumor seem plausible to some, leading users to share the information without verifying its source.

CNN’s reaction

• Given the rumor’s traction, CNN issued an official denial, stating there was no truth to the claim
• CNN clarified: “There is no truth in rumors of a sale or change in ownership of CNN. Any statements to the contrary are completely false.”
• This statement aimed to curb the spread of misinformation, reiterating that CNN was not for sale and that no ownership change was underway.

Lack of Official Reaction from Musk

• Elon Musk did not comment on the rumor, and no credible news outlets reported that any such acquisition was in consideration.
• Musk’s silence on the matter further confirmed that the story was merely a piece of fake news circulating online.

Conclusion

The fake news about Elon Musk’s supposed purchase of CNN shows how a single satirical post can escalate into a serious rumor. It serves as a reminder for internet users to verify information sources before sharing, to prevent the spread of misinformation.

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