Ryan Mac 🙃
@rmac.bsky.social
NYT tech reporter
Co-author of Character Limit
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Co-author of Character Limit
Signal: rmac.18
ryan.mac@nytimes.com
rmac18@protonmail.com
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/737290/character-limit-by-kate-conger-and-ryan-mac/
https://linktr.ee/ryan_mac_
What Mikel gave the boys at half
November 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM
What Mikel gave the boys at half
"this is not about compensation" says the man who made sure he had a guaranteed sale price for his twitter shares when he pledged them to musk's twitter takeover
November 6, 2025 at 2:24 AM
"this is not about compensation" says the man who made sure he had a guaranteed sale price for his twitter shares when he pledged them to musk's twitter takeover
I'm a little worried he's leaning into this a bit much, but at the same time he's acting exactly as I would if I got incredibly famous overnight
November 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
I'm a little worried he's leaning into this a bit much, but at the same time he's acting exactly as I would if I got incredibly famous overnight
when I think I do a good skeet
November 4, 2025 at 10:26 PM
when I think I do a good skeet
when you definitely, absolutely, 100% don't know a guy's name
November 3, 2025 at 8:20 PM
when you definitely, absolutely, 100% don't know a guy's name
the buzzer went off again
October 30, 2025 at 12:08 AM
the buzzer went off again
This is the opening of the Grokipedia entry on George Floyd.
I think we can all agree that Floyd did not become well known around the world because of his "lengthy criminal record." Opening the entry this way is seemingly an attempt to manufacture consent for his killing.
I think we can all agree that Floyd did not become well known around the world because of his "lengthy criminal record." Opening the entry this way is seemingly an attempt to manufacture consent for his killing.
![Grokipedia entry that reads:
George Perry Floyd Jr. (October 14, 1973 – May 25, 2020) was an American man with a lengthy criminal record including convictions for armed robbery, drug possession, and theft in Texas from 1997 to 2007.[1][2]
On May 25, 2020, Floyd was arrested in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after a store clerk reported that he had used a counterfeit $20 bill to purchase cigarettes.[3][4] During the arrest, which involved resistance from Floyd who repeatedly stated he could not breathe even before being placed prone, officer Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd's neck for 9 minutes and 29 seconds while Floyd became unresponsive.[3]
The Hennepin County medical examiner ruled Floyd's death a homicide due to cardiopulmonary arrest complicating law enforcement subdual, restraint, and neck compression, with contributing factors including severe hypertensive atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, fentanyl intoxication, and recent methamphetamine use; toxicology tests detected 11 ng/mL of fentanyl in his blood, a level associated with overdose fatalities in individuals without tolerance.[5][6][7] Chauvin was convicted in 2021 of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter, receiving a 22.5-year sentence.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:emhyi4kljodgqlusdsopgfgd/bafkreibhaib7ycwavq5rbnysynv75sqkwexh6qmbk5f2vp2phqobffkjwa@jpeg)
October 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
This is the opening of the Grokipedia entry on George Floyd.
I think we can all agree that Floyd did not become well known around the world because of his "lengthy criminal record." Opening the entry this way is seemingly an attempt to manufacture consent for his killing.
I think we can all agree that Floyd did not become well known around the world because of his "lengthy criminal record." Opening the entry this way is seemingly an attempt to manufacture consent for his killing.
Interestingly, Grokipedia does make a mention of Musk's "pedo guy" controversy and lawsuit. Musk ultimately prevailed in that case following a trial for defamation.
Wikipedia does not mention this episode.
Wikipedia does not mention this episode.
![Grokipedia excerpt that reads:
Philanthropy and Investments
Musk established the Musk Foundation in 2001 as a private nonprofit focused on areas including renewable energy, human space exploration, pediatric research, science and engineering education, and safe artificial intelligence.[250] The foundation received approximately $5.7 billion in Tesla shares from Musk in late 2021, contributing to cumulative donations of around $7 billion in stock transfers since 2020, which provided Musk with substantial tax savings estimated at $2 billion.[251] [252] In 2012, Musk signed the Giving Pledge, committing to donate the majority of his wealth to philanthropic causes, though implementation has drawn scrutiny for prioritizing entities aligned with his business interests over broader distribution.[253]
Key contributions include $100 million pledged in 2021 to fund the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition, aimed at developing gigaton-scale carbon dioxide removal technologies, with awards distributed to winners in 2025.[254] [255] The foundation donated $55 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in 2021 as part of a SpaceX-linked fundraiser, along with smaller grants such as $54 million to environmental and educational initiatives in 2022.[256] During the COVID-19 pandemic, Musk and Tesla donated over 1,000 ventilators and medical supplies to hospitals in the United States and internationally.[257] However, tax filings reveal limited payouts relative to assets: in 2022, the foundation disbursed $160 million amid $5.5 billion in holdings, and in 2023, it granted $237 million against $9.5 billion in assets, falling $421 million short of the IRS-mandated minimum distribution, with much of the spending benefiting Musk-affiliated projects like his children's schools.[258] [259]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:emhyi4kljodgqlusdsopgfgd/bafkreifrf64stxnrpxlysxnzhztfn642ntf27lk6og7nff5eibhdhbnq6u@jpeg)
October 27, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Interestingly, Grokipedia does make a mention of Musk's "pedo guy" controversy and lawsuit. Musk ultimately prevailed in that case following a trial for defamation.
Wikipedia does not mention this episode.
Wikipedia does not mention this episode.
Wikipedia has a whole entry on Musk's salute at Trump's second inauguration and how people compared it to a Nazi salute.
Grokipedia does not address it at all.
Grokipedia does not address it at all.
![Wikipedia entry that reads:
Salute at Trump's second inauguration
Main article: Elon Musk salute controversy
Musk giving a gesture at the second inauguration of Donald Trump before saying "My heart goes out to you. It is thanks to you that the future of civilization is assured."[272][273]
During his speech after the second inauguration of Donald Trump, Musk twice made a gesture interpreted by many as a Nazi or a fascist Roman salute.[d] He thumped his right hand over his heart, fingers spread wide, and then extended his right arm out, emphatically, at an upward angle, palm down and fingers together. He then repeated the gesture to the crowd behind him. As he finished the gestures, he said to the crowd, "My heart goes out to you. It is thanks to you that the future of civilization is assured."[272][273][275]
It was widely condemned as an intentional Nazi salute in Germany,[276][277][278] where making such gestures is illegal.[279] The Anti-Defamation League said it was not a Nazi salute,[280] but other Jewish organizations disagreed and condemned the salute.[281][282][283][284] American public opinion was divided on partisan lines as to whether it was a fascist salute.[285] Musk dismissed the accusations of Nazi sympathies, deriding them as "dirty tricks" and a "tired" attack.[286][287] Neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups celebrated it as a Nazi salute.[288][280] Multiple European political parties demanded that Musk be banned from entering their countries.[289][290]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:emhyi4kljodgqlusdsopgfgd/bafkreicmncod5jby5f5gyb7g4bc66ngwc2h2cup2rzya7xyzsuzvn2h6vu@jpeg)
October 27, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Wikipedia has a whole entry on Musk's salute at Trump's second inauguration and how people compared it to a Nazi salute.
Grokipedia does not address it at all.
Grokipedia does not address it at all.
With the launch of xAI's Grokipedia, it's fascinating comparing Elon Musk's Wikipedia entry with his Grokipedia entry.
On COVID, Grokipedia (left) only mentions his donations. On Wiki, it mentions his misinformation and defying of lockdowns.
On COVID, Grokipedia (left) only mentions his donations. On Wiki, it mentions his misinformation and defying of lockdowns.
![Grokipedia entry that reads:
Key contributions include $100 million pledged in 2021 to fund the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition, aimed at developing gigaton-scale carbon dioxide removal technologies, with awards distributed to winners in 2025.[254] [255] The foundation donated $55 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in 2021 as part of a SpaceX-linked fundraiser, along with smaller grants such as $54 million to environmental and educational initiatives in 2022.[256] During the COVID-19 pandemic, Musk and Tesla donated over 1,000 ventilators and medical supplies to hospitals in the United States and internationally.[257] However, tax filings reveal limited payouts relative to assets: in 2022, the foundation disbursed $160 million amid $5.5 billion in holdings, and in 2023, it granted $237 million against $9.5 billion in assets, falling $421 million short of the IRS-mandated minimum distribution, with much of the spending benefiting Musk-affiliated projects like his children's schools.[258] [259]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:emhyi4kljodgqlusdsopgfgd/bafkreidzdgtllxiilurlmh266u7f4wqq3cmee5k3zi22uyji6g5tg74aee@jpeg)
![Wikipedia entry that reads:
Musk has promoted conspiracy theories and made controversial statements that have led to accusations of racism, sexism, antisemitism,[352][353] transphobia,[354] disseminating disinformation, and support of white pride.[355][356] While describing himself as a "pro-Semite",[357] his comments regarding George Soros and Jewish communities have been condemned by the Anti-Defamation League and the White House.[358] Musk was criticized during the COVID-19 pandemic for making unfounded epidemiological claims,[359] defying COVID-19 lockdowns restrictions,[360] and supporting the Canada convoy protest against vaccine mandates.[361][362] He has amplified false claims of white genocide in South Africa.[363]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:emhyi4kljodgqlusdsopgfgd/bafkreie5jqoeoiwglh3hrt45o64m6mkixhahvfcum64atc67e6jt7t5nje@jpeg)
October 27, 2025 at 10:56 PM
With the launch of xAI's Grokipedia, it's fascinating comparing Elon Musk's Wikipedia entry with his Grokipedia entry.
On COVID, Grokipedia (left) only mentions his donations. On Wiki, it mentions his misinformation and defying of lockdowns.
On COVID, Grokipedia (left) only mentions his donations. On Wiki, it mentions his misinformation and defying of lockdowns.
things going well at the new FIFA-operated World Cup ticket lottery registration
October 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM
things going well at the new FIFA-operated World Cup ticket lottery registration
we're like a year away from someone not being able to flush their toilet because there were too many people sexting with Claude
October 21, 2025 at 6:04 PM
we're like a year away from someone not being able to flush their toilet because there were too many people sexting with Claude
October 20, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Heading north on the 5 past Camp Pendleton and things are normal
October 18, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Heading north on the 5 past Camp Pendleton and things are normal
Me, when they refuse to serve a happy meal to a grown ass man
October 18, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Me, when they refuse to serve a happy meal to a grown ass man
October 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
this is the dumbest shit i have ever read
October 15, 2025 at 7:52 PM
this is the dumbest shit i have ever read
with one of the most incredible kickers i've ever seen
October 10, 2025 at 11:36 PM
with one of the most incredible kickers i've ever seen
Good on TechCrunch for still pubbing these details, but if how bad are you as a spokesperson if you don't even understand the basics.
techcrunch.com/2025/10/10/s...
techcrunch.com/2025/10/10/s...
October 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Good on TechCrunch for still pubbing these details, but if how bad are you as a spokesperson if you don't even understand the basics.
techcrunch.com/2025/10/10/s...
techcrunch.com/2025/10/10/s...
It's strange seeing a bunch of outlets pub stories about Thiel's antichrist lectures and label them as exclusives. For one, they aren't exclusive if a source offered the same material to half the tech press.
It's also kind of silly for folks just to parrot Thiel when he's saying this:
It's also kind of silly for folks just to parrot Thiel when he's saying this:
October 10, 2025 at 3:44 PM
It's strange seeing a bunch of outlets pub stories about Thiel's antichrist lectures and label them as exclusives. For one, they aren't exclusive if a source offered the same material to half the tech press.
It's also kind of silly for folks just to parrot Thiel when he's saying this:
It's also kind of silly for folks just to parrot Thiel when he's saying this:
If you've been waiting to read Character Limit because there's been a lot going on (or you just had better shit to do), our book is available today only in the UK on Kindle for £0.99.
www.amazon.co.uk/Character-Li...
www.amazon.co.uk/Character-Li...
October 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
If you've been waiting to read Character Limit because there's been a lot going on (or you just had better shit to do), our book is available today only in the UK on Kindle for £0.99.
www.amazon.co.uk/Character-Li...
www.amazon.co.uk/Character-Li...
Ah yes let us not judge her based on the words that come out of her own mouth but rather whether or not she created shareholder value
October 7, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Ah yes let us not judge her based on the words that come out of her own mouth but rather whether or not she created shareholder value
On one hand, not smart of Harris to call Ulbricht this given fentanyl took off a few years after he was arrested in 2013.
At the same time, I don't think "I didn't help distribute fentanyl but actually it was other drugs" is a particularly effective argument for Ulbricht.
At the same time, I don't think "I didn't help distribute fentanyl but actually it was other drugs" is a particularly effective argument for Ulbricht.
September 29, 2025 at 10:40 PM
On one hand, not smart of Harris to call Ulbricht this given fentanyl took off a few years after he was arrested in 2013.
At the same time, I don't think "I didn't help distribute fentanyl but actually it was other drugs" is a particularly effective argument for Ulbricht.
At the same time, I don't think "I didn't help distribute fentanyl but actually it was other drugs" is a particularly effective argument for Ulbricht.