Twitter's 'Firehose' Plan to Be Profitable in 2017

The transcript discusses Twitter's financial strategies, including workforce cuts and revenue growth through its data feed, known as the 'firehose.' This data feed is a significant revenue stream, providing marketers and other entities with access to extensive user data. However, the use of this data by law enforcement and governments raises ethical concerns, creating tension between Twitter's business goals and its commitment to freedom of expression.

What recent business strategy did Twitter announce to improve profitability?

• Partnering with other social media companies

• Cutting 9% of its workforce

• Increasing user subscription fees

• Launching a new advertising platform

What is the Twitter firehose primarily used for?

• Providing real-time news updates

• Selling data to marketers and pollsters

• Enhancing user privacy settings

• Developing new social media features

Which of the following is NOT a type of data included in the Twitter firehose?

• User's location

• User's email address

• User's device information

• User's hometown

What ethical concern is associated with Twitter's data sales?

• Data being used to improve user experience

• Data being used by law enforcement and governments

• Data being used to develop new features

• Data being used for targeted advertising

What is Twitter's stated mandate that conflicts with its data sales?

• To maximize shareholder profits

• To enable freedom of expression

• To provide the best user experience

• To become the largest social media platform