Core Viewpoint - Elon Musk's decision to return to a 24/7 work schedule is driven by the need to address operational issues at X (formerly Twitter) and to focus on critical technology projects at Tesla and SpaceX [3][4]. Group 1: Operational Issues at X - On May 24, X experienced a global outage affecting users in multiple countries, with a peak of 25,800 reports related to issues such as private messages and logins. Musk indicated that significant operational improvements are necessary due to this incident [3]. - Musk emphasized that the failure of the failover redundancy system during the outage necessitated his direct involvement in overseeing repairs [3]. Group 2: Focus on Key Technology Projects - Musk stated the need for heightened focus on X/xAI and Tesla, along with the upcoming Starship launch, as critical technology projects are being rolled out. These projects are characterized by high risk and high reward, requiring substantial attention from Musk [4]. - The Starship launch is highlighted as a significant milestone for SpaceX, further underscoring the urgency of Musk's involvement in these initiatives [4]. Group 3: Reduction in Political Engagement - Musk has significantly cut back on political spending and reduced his work hours in government efficiency departments from seven days a week to one or two days [5]. - He has officially withdrawn from political activities to free up more time for business operations, allowing him to refocus on company management [6]. Group 4: Musk's Work Ethic and History - Musk is known for his hands-on approach, often choosing to sleep at work during critical times. For instance, during the Model 3 production bottleneck in 2018, he slept on the factory floor to motivate employees [8]. - His commitment to being present during crucial development and launch phases at SpaceX reflects a consistent high-intensity work model [8]. - After acquiring Twitter, Musk also spent nights in the office to supervise the company's transformation [9].