Elon Musk, the American entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla, is quite active on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). His posts garner significant global attention. Recently, he retweeted a post by a Dubai resident, triggering a massive online response. This post has been viewed over one billion times and continues to go viral. Musk's action has sparked fresh debate on social media.
Musk Retweets Ali Al Samahi's Post on X
Ali Al Samahi, a 45-year-old retail business consultant based in Dubai, frequently shares his opinions and engaging videos on X. However, he never anticipated that one of his posts would catch Elon Musk's attention. Al Samahi posted footage of Mars, captured by NASA's Curiosity rover, on X. Musk was impressed and retweeted it from his account with the caption, "Time to go to Mars."
Following Musk's retweet, the post has received over one billion views, more than 6.6 million likes, over 57,000 comments, and 64,000 retweets.
Samahi Describes Musk's Response as an "Amazing Experience"
After Musk retweeted his post, Ali Al Samahi expressed his reaction, calling it an "amazing experience." He stated, "I couldn't believe my post went so viral. People around the world are sharing and discussing it. Notifications kept coming, and it became part of a global conversation."
Musk's retweet gave the video a significant boost, and it is now among the most viewed posts on X.
Musk Reacts to Another Post
Al Samahi's moment in the spotlight didn't end there. A few days later, he shared another video showcasing the world's tallest outdoor elevator, known as the Bailong Elevator in China.
This video was also retweeted by prominent entrepreneur and influencer Mario Nawfal. But the real surprise came when Elon Musk responded to this post.
Musk simply commented "Wow," yet his single word sent the video's popularity soaring. Subsequently, this video also garnered over 1.4 million views and is rapidly going viral.
Musk's Every Post on X Becomes Headline News
Elon Musk's influence on social media is undeniable. His posts receive thousands of likes and retweets within minutes. His posts about space, technology, and future possibilities, in particular, receive extraordinary support. Musk's interest in Mars is well-known. Through SpaceX, he is planning to establish a human settlement on Mars. Therefore, his sharing of this video was interpreted by his followers as more than just a simple gesture.
Elon Musk's Undiminished Social Media Influence
This incident clearly demonstrates Elon Musk's powerful social media influence. His retweets and comments can elevate ordinary people's posts to a global level. Musk's actions once again prove that he is not just a businessman but also a social media king, whose every post commands global headlines.
