Mark Zuckerberg’s unconventional celebration of Independence Day has stirred up a social media feud with fellow tech magnate Elon Musk. The Meta CEO’s July 4th festivities, captured in a viral wakeboarding video, featured him clad in a tuxedo, proudly waving an American flag while enjoying a beverage.
Zuckerberg’s video quickly gained traction on Instagram, amassing over 900,000 likes and millions of views, with many applauding his spirited display. However, Tesla CEO Elon Musk took a different stance, injecting a touch of sarcasm into his comment on the video.
“May he continue to have fun on his yachts,” Musk quipped, followed by a pointed statement: “I prefer to work.” This remark not only highlights a contrasting perspective on leisure versus work ethic but also underscores a longstanding rivalry between the two tech titans.
The social media spat is not their first clash. The relationship between Musk and Zuckerberg has been marked by various disagreements, notably stemming from incidents like a SpaceX rocket explosion that destroyed a Facebook satellite in 2016. Their divergent views extend to topics such as artificial intelligence and data privacy, with Musk previously criticizing Facebook’s role in societal issues.
Zuckerberg’s recent viral video is seen as part of his ongoing efforts to reshape his public image, portraying himself as more adventurous and carefree—a departure from previous public scrutiny over similar leisure activities.
Both Musk and Zuckerberg rank among the wealthiest individuals globally, a status that places them in an exclusive league even within Silicon Valley’s elite circles. Their interactions on social media often draw attention, reflecting not only personal differences but also broader industry dynamics and public perceptions.
Sources By Agencies