CEO of X Linda Yaccarino Unexpectedly Steps Down Hours Before Grok 4 Release

In the Loop AI · Jul 9, 2025 · 33m · transcript

This morning, the CEO of X, Linda Yaccarino has unexpectedly stepped down just hours before Elon and the xAI team announce the release of Grok 4.

This happens at an interesting time as we have: Grok going rogue last night, Grok4 announcement from Elon this evening, and product legend Nikita Bier recently joining as head of product.

We've compiled all the evidence - Here's everything you need to know about the saga.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Linda Steps Down

07:47 Who TF Is Nikita Bier

17:59 OpenAI vs…