Antonio Pequeño IV is a reporter who covers breaking news, with a focus on technology and online culture. He joined Forbes in 2023 and works in Los Angeles. He’s covered Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover, the Reddit blackout protest and debunked viral rumors. Prior to joining Forbes, Antonio was a reporter with the San Fernando Valley Business Journal and Los Angeles Business Journal covering the local finance and biotech sectors. He graduated from California State University San Marcos in 2020 and completed a master’s degree in journalism at the University of Southern California the following year. Follow Pequeño for continued coverage on Elon Musk, X and ongoing developments at various social media companies. Tips: apequeno@forbes.com.
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