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social-media1 year ago

"Twitter's X Removes Option to Hide Blue Check for Premium Users"

X will no longer allow users to hide their blue checkmarks, a feature that was previously available to paid subscribers. This decision comes after X began gifting blue checkmarks to popular accounts and has sparked backlash from users who are upset about losing the ability to hide their checkmarks. Some users are questioning the value of their paid subscriptions in light of this change, while others are concerned about the implications of X's decision to remove checkmarks without offering refunds in certain circumstances.

social-media1 year ago

"Controversy Erupts Over Elon Musk's Unprompted Blue Checkmarks for X Users"

Elon Musk has reintroduced free blue checkmarks on Twitter for accounts with over 2,500 verified subscriber followers, causing dismay among influential users who were automatically marked with the stamp of approval. This move comes after Musk previously made verification a paid feature, tarnishing the blue checkmark's reputation. Users can still turn off the blue checkmark in their settings, but the sudden reversal has left many popular users in an awkward position. The change could be aimed at increasing engagement on Twitter and providing more users access to premium features, but the reasons behind Musk's decision remain unclear.

social-media2 years ago

Twitter's Blue Checkmark Controversy Continues with Celebrity Resurrections and Outrage

Twitter has reversed its decision to remove blue checkmark verification from legacy accounts, including those belonging to dead celebrities like Michael Jackson and Kobe Bryant, after receiving backlash from widely followed users. Some popular accounts have been reverified, but it is unclear whether the accounts or individuals operating them had subscribed to Twitter Blue. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, paid for subscriptions for accounts belonging to basketball star Lebron James, actor William Shatner, and author Steven King. Under Twitter's new subscription service, users gain access to account verification for an $8 monthly fee.

social-media2 years ago

Twitter's Blue Check Drama: Celebs, CEOs, and Chaos.

After removing blue checkmarks from non-Twitter Blue subscribers, some celebrities got their checkmarks back without paying or asking for them. It's unclear why this happened, but it appears that the main criteria is the number of followers. This could cause legal problems for Twitter as tying a person's identity to a product or service without their consent can be seen as false endorsement. The verification system that relies on people paying for it crumbles very fast if the majority of said people simply refuse to pay for it.

social-media2 years ago

Twitter's Blue Check Verification System Faces Controversy and Backlash.

After a two-day purge of "legacy checkmarks," Elon Musk has restored the blue checkmarks of some of Twitter's biggest names, including Stephen King and Chrissy Teigen. Musk had previously introduced an $8-a-month Twitter Blue verification system, which caused chaos when he decided to only verify those who paid the fee. Musk initially attempted to cast his capitulation as an epic troll, but the move appeared to be much more far-reaching than a mere prank on those who had criticized the verification system.

social-media2 years ago

Backlash over Twitter's new fee for emojis sparks debate on "paying the $8".

Twitter's blue checkmark, once a symbol of credibility, is now causing controversy as Elon Musk's Twitter Blue program charges users $8 for verification. Some users are outraged that they have to pay for something they previously had for free, while others see it as a status symbol. Musk claims that verified users will have increased visibility on the site, but some users feel that the program is forcing unwanted content on them.

social-media2 years ago

Twitter Verification Purge Targets Celebrities and Public Figures

Twitter has started removing blue checkmarks from user profiles, including those of famous people like Beyonce and Pope Francis. However, basketball star LeBron James and author Stephen King still have their checkmarks. Under Elon Musk's ownership, Twitter has changed how it hands out the coveted blue checkmarks, and Musk has said that Twitter will begin charging $8 per month for the badge in an effort to launch new revenue streams beyond advertising.

social-media2 years ago

White House Refuses to Cover Twitter Verification Costs for Staff

The White House won't pay for staffers to have Twitter's blue verification checkmarks, as platform owner Elon Musk implements a plan to remove them unless users pay for the service. To maintain a blue checkmark, users will have to pay $8 per month, or $84 per year. Musk has said that the platform will begin removing the blue checkmarks starting on April 1. Other organizations have also pushed back against the pay-for-checkmark plan.

technology2 years ago

Twitter's Blue Checkmark Debate: William Shatner vs Elon Musk

William Shatner expressed frustration with Twitter's plan to remove blue checkmarks from accounts of high-profile individuals who don't pay for its subscription service, Twitter Blue. Elon Musk responded, saying it's about treating everyone equally. Twitter risks alienating some VIP users who have long been a key draw for millions to use the platform. Twitter said it will begin winding down the "legacy" blue checks for users on April 1.

social-media2 years ago

Elon Musk Sells Gold Badges After Devaluing Twitter's Blue Checkmark

Elon Musk now offers a Gold Badge on Twitter for $1000/month to prove a company's legitimacy, replacing the blue checkmark that was once a way to identify verified accounts. Twitter's verification process has become murky, and the platform now allows "non-toxic slurs" as long as they are not hate speech. Premium advertisers have fled from Twitter, and the platform's future seems uncertain.

social-media2 years ago

Elon Musk's Twitter Valuation and Checkmark Fees Spark Controversy.

Companies have criticized Elon Musk's plan to charge $1,000 a month for a verified blue checkmark on Twitter, calling it "outlandish" and "meaningless." Twitter plans to remove legacy verified blue ticks from users' accounts starting on April 1, and the only way to keep them is by signing up for its paid Twitter Blue subscription that costs $8 a month. However, for accounts signed up to Twitter Verified Organizations, the cost is $1,000 a month for a blue, gold, or grey checkmark.