Facebook, Twitter Pull Out Of SXSW Over Coronavirus Concerns

The South by Southwest festival, a major media and tech event in Austin, TX, faces challenges due to coronavirus concerns. Companies like Twitter and Facebook have withdrawn, leading to a decrease in expected attendance. Despite a petition with over 35,000 signatures to cancel the event, organizers plan to proceed with enhanced safety measures, working closely with health authorities to ensure a safe environment.

What was the primary reason for companies like Twitter pulling out of the South by Southwest festival?

• Scheduling conflicts

• Financial constraints

• Concerns over the coronavirus

• Lack of interest in the festival

Which company's CEO was initially listed as a speaker but later removed due to the company's withdrawal?

• Sundar Pichai

• Tim Cook

• Jack Dorsey

• Mark Zuckerberg

How did South by Southwest respond to the cancellations from Chinese and Japanese guests?

• By moving the festival online

• By offering refunds to all attendees

• By reassuring attendees that cancellations were typical

• By canceling the festival

What action did the festival organizers take in response to the petition for cancellation?

• They canceled the event

• They reduced the event's duration

• They postponed the event

• They decided to proceed with the event

What was the main priority for the festival organizers in planning the 2020 event?

• Maximizing attendance

• Increasing sponsorship

• Ensuring safety

• Expanding the festival's reach