At Twitter’s headquarters, discussions among engineers have drawn attention to the security measures surrounding CEO Elon Musk. An engineer who introduced himself as Sam described the scene, noting that Musk is often accompanied by two tall bodyguards during hours spent inside the office. Sam, who spoke with BBC, painted a vivid picture of the routine, saying that even when Musk visits the restroom, two large guards are close by, patrolling the area and maintaining a visible security presence.
Theso-called constant escort of Musk through the office floor is interpreted by some observers as a sign that Twitter’s leadership has tightened security in the wake of mass layoffs that affected many staffers at the San Francisco headquarters. This environment may foster a perception among remaining employees that the company does not fully trust its broader workforce after the reductions, potentially impacting day-to-day operations and workplace culture.
Meanwhile, earlier in March, Twitter experienced a significant service incident that drew scrutiny from users and tech media. The Verge reported that a malfunction affected user navigation and feed loading, leading to frustration among people trying to interact with the platform. Reports highlighted issues such as broken link navigation, delayed post feeds, and occasional failures in content delivery, prompting questions about the network’s reliability during a period of ongoing organizational change. (The Verge)
Industry observers note that high-profile leadership security, coupled with technical outages, can shape public perception of a social platform during a transition phase. As engineers and executives adapt to staffing shifts and evolving product priorities, questions remain about how security protocols and platform stability will influence user trust and daily usage in the near term. (The Verge)