On February 19, 2025, the rivalry between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk took another dramatic turn. Bezos shocked the tech world by announcing a $333 million bid to acquire X (formerly Twitter), a company currently owned by Musk. This unexpected move immediately triggered a strong reaction from Musk, who took to X to express his anger.
Musk accused Bezos of trying to “meddle” in his businesses, calling the bid a “desperate attempt” to undermine him. In a series of fiery posts, Musk wrote, “Bezos can’t innovate, so he buys. Pathetic.” He also hinted at legal action, saying, “We’ll see if this even gets past regulators.”
Bezos, however, remained composed, stating in an official release: “X has immense potential, and under the right leadership, it can truly thrive. This is a strategic investment, nothing more.”
The two billionaires have long been rivals, competing in industries like space exploration (SpaceX vs. Blue Origin), e-commerce (Amazon vs. Tesla’s AI-driven marketplaces), and now, social media. The bid for X is seen as Bezos’ latest attempt to challenge Musk’s dominance in the tech space.
As the news spreads, analysts speculate whether Musk will fight to retain full control of X or entertain negotiations. One thing is certain—this battle between two of the world’s richest men is far from over.
