"Former Employee Fired by Elon Musk Develops Revolutionary Twitter Alternative"
Alphonzo Terrell, a former Twitter employee, was laid off after Elon Musk's acquisition of the platform. In response, Terrell and his colleague DeVaris Brown launched Spill, a new app aimed at creating a positive, safe, and inclusive social media experience for marginalized communities. Spill has garnered over 200,000 users since its beta launch in June and has raised over $5 million in funding. The platform focuses on content moderation, community guidelines, and creator recognition to address the challenges faced by Black, LGBTQ+, and other historically marginalized users. Spill aims to provide a distinct culture and experience, setting itself apart from existing platforms like Twitter.