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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

"Confusion and Controversy Surrounding X's Free Blue Check Verification for Popular Users"

Elon Musk's X has restored free blue check marks to influential users with large followings as part of a policy change announced last month. The blue checks are now tied to the number of verified subscriber followers, with accounts over 2,500 receiving Premium features for free. However, X reserves the right to cancel these free subscriptions at its discretion. Some verified users have expressed confusion and reluctance about the change, while others see it as a way for X to increase the prestige of being verified and potentially encourage more users to pay for the Premium service.

social-media1 year ago

"Elon Musk's X Reinstates Free Blue Checks for Influential Users"

Elon Musk initially removed blue check marks from Twitter users who refused to pay for his subscription service, framing it as a democratization effort, but it was always a money-making proposition. However, chaos ensued as people could buy blue check marks, leading to impersonation and confusion. Musk eventually realized his mistake and started giving back blue check marks for free to popular accounts, acknowledging that the value of the badge was in blending in and feigning importance.

technologysocial-media1 year ago

"Elon Musk's X Restores Free Blue Checks for 'Influential' Users, Sparking Controversy"

Elon Musk's X, formerly known as Twitter, has restored blue check marks for "influential" users, despite previously announcing the removal of legacy blue checks and implementing a subscription-based verification system. High-profile celebrities and influential members of the community have expressed surprise at the restoration of their blue checks, with some clarifying that they did not pay for the perk. Musk's decision to restore the blue checks has sparked reactions from prominent users, including Yvette Nicole Brown, Jeffrey Wright, and David Simon, who expressed their discontent on the platform.

technology2 years ago

Elon Musk Unveils 'Grok' AI Chatbot to Challenge ChatGPT and Others

Elon Musk has unveiled Grok AI, an artificial intelligence bot developed by his xAI company, to challenge OpenAI's ChatGPT. Musk claims that Grok is already superior to ChatGPT 3.5 across multiple benchmarks. The prototype is currently being tested with a limited group of US users and is designed to provide witty and rebellious responses. Grok is being developed with data from Musk's X (formerly Twitter), making it more informed on the latest developments. After the testing stage, Grok will be made available to all X Premium+ users. Musk envisions X as a do-everything app and intends for Grok to be an essential part of its development.

technology2 years ago

Elon Musk Announces X's Upcoming Premium Subscription Launch

Elon Musk has confirmed that X (formerly Twitter) will soon launch two new premium tiers. One tier will be lower cost but will not reduce ads, while the other tier will be more expensive and ad-free. The prices of these new tiers have not been disclosed. This move comes as X seeks to increase its revenue and attract advertisers, following a drop in ad revenue since Musk's takeover. The company is also testing a $1 per year plan in New Zealand and the Philippines to reduce the number of bots on the platform.

social-media2 years ago

"Elon Musk Implements Fees for Tweetdeck Access"

Twitter has revoked free access to TweetDeck, a tool used by power users and journalists, redirecting users to sign up for X Premium, the subscription service formerly known as Twitter Blue. X owner Elon Musk had previously hinted at launching an improved version of TweetDeck with additional features. The move has sparked disappointment among users who relied on TweetDeck's ability to follow multiple feeds and lists simultaneously. Some users feel that Musk's changes are aimed at driving journalists away from the platform. This is part of Musk's efforts to generate revenue from users rather than relying on advertising, as he has made several changes since acquiring Twitter. The disappearance of free access to TweetDeck is seen as another example of Musk taking away valuable features.