WASHINGTON, May 26 (WSH) — Following a major service outage on his social media platform X, tech magnate Elon Musk announced he will return to a seven-day, 24-hour work schedule to personally oversee his core businesses—marking what analysts see as a strategic pivot away from his recent political engagements.
According to Downdetector, X experienced several hours of downtime over the weekend, affecting tens of thousands of users across North America, India, and Australia. Although full service has now been restored, the incident has drawn fresh attention to the platform’s technical vulnerabilities and Musk’s operational leadership.
“Sleeping in the Server Room Again”
In a post on X, Musk declared that he would “go back to sleeping in the factory, server rooms, or meeting rooms,” reminiscent of his earlier high-intensity management style. He cited a wave of upcoming developments as the reason for this renewed focus, particularly involving:
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xAI, his artificial intelligence startup;
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Tesla, with new autonomous driving milestones;
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and SpaceX, which is preparing for the next Starship launch.
“These next few months are critical,” Musk wrote, “and the technologies we’re working on could have global impact.”
Investor Signal: Less Politics, More Execution
Many observers see Musk’s statement as an implicit signal to investors: that he intends to scale back involvement in public sector initiatives—most notably his role with the controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—and reallocate his time toward business execution.
Over the past year, Musk faced criticism for becoming overly enmeshed in U.S. political matters, including his influence on data centralization policies and his proximity to federal decision-making. His renewed emphasis on product and platform development may help calm concerns about distraction and overextension.
X Platform and Broader Business Pressures
While Musk has rebranded X as a “super app,” its daily active user numbers and ad revenue have reportedly struggled since his acquisition. Tesla faces mounting competition from global EV manufacturers, and xAI is preparing to launch a generative AI product into a highly competitive market.
At SpaceX, multiple commercial satellite launches are underway, and NASA contracts remain a crucial part of the firm’s funding and prestige.
Looking Ahead: Can Musk Deliver on All Fronts?
Despite Musk’s unmatched ambition and legendary work ethic, analysts question whether a founder-driven “all-in” strategy is scalable across multiple global enterprises. His ability to maintain momentum, manage leadership teams, and assure market confidence will likely define the next chapter of his legacy.
