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Elon Musk Suggests Possible Subscription Model for X in Bid to Combat Bots
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1y ago
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Elon Musk hinted at the introduction of a subscription model for his social network X during a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The move would combat bots on the platform, with Musk explaining that a small subscription fee would help address the issue. Although Musk didn't provide specific details about the cost or launch date, he mentioned that a subscription model could help combat the high effective cost of bots. X currently has 550 million monthly users, and Musk has previously considered putting the entire platform behind a paywall.
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Elon Musk plans to charge new X users, here's why
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk plans to implement a small fee for new users on the microblogging site X to combat the issue of bots. Musk believes that this fee will help prevent an influx of bots, as current AI technology can easily bypass CAPTCHA tests. He mentioned that after three months, new users will be able to post for free. The exact fee amount has not been disclosed yet, but in October 2023, X charged $1 per year for new unverified users in New Zealand and the Philippines. Musk has expressed his concerns about AI bots in the past and is actively taking steps to address the issue.
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X will soon charge users 'a small monthly payment': Elon Musk
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has announced that the online platform X may introduce a small monthly fee for users in order to combat bots. Musk highlighted that the current system facilitates the proliferation of bots amply due to their minimal cost, whereas a small fee would significantly increase their effective cost. The move aims to address concerns about online anti-Semitism and the use of bots to replicate and amplify it. Musk's comments came during a dialogue with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Elon Musk's X will soon offer an option to disable links in replies
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk-owned social media platform X is reportedly working on a feature that will allow users to disable links in replies to their posts, potentially to combat spam bots. The feature has not been officially announced, but X's senior director confirmed its existence. While it might reduce spam, it could also hinder fact-checking and its availability to free users remains uncertain. Musk has previously emphasized the platform's efforts to combat bots and trolls, promising to bring "the full force of the law" against those responsible.
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Musk's X fixes bug that labelled legit posts as 'sensitive media'
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk-led X has resolved a bug that caused the platform to incorrectly categorize numerous posts as "Sensitive Media." The bug led to genuine accounts being flagged as well. The company has addressed the underlying issue and is in the process of removing the incorrect labels from affected posts. X also acknowledged a spam/scam bot flagging legitimate accounts and assured users that it would fix the problem. Musk previously introduced a $1 per year fee for new X users to combat bots.
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Elon Musk's X to launch premium subscriptions soon
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk announced on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that it will introduce two new premium subscription tiers. One will offer all features at a lower cost but without the removal of ads, and the other, more expensive tier will be ad-free. Musk didn't provide specific details about the subscription plans. Earlier, the platform started charging new users in New Zealand and the Philippines, introducing a "Not A Bot" subscription to combat spam and manipulation. Musk's changes to X have affected revenue, leading to these subscription initiatives.
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Jack Dorsey's Bluesky usage surges after Elon Musk says will charge all X users
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The social media network Bluesky experienced a surge in new user sign-ups after Elon Musk announced that he will charge all X users a monthly fee. Following Musk's announcement, Bluesky's Android app saw half a million daily active users and its web traffic increased significantly. Bluesky received over 53,500 new signups - about 5% of its user base - in one day. Musk suggested that implementing a fee could help combat bots on the platform.
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Elon Musk's X will now ask users to pay for starting a livestream. All we know s
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk-owned social media platform X will soon require users to have a premium subscription to start a livestream. This update follows X's recent move to make likes private for all users. The exact timeline for implementing the paywall has not been announced, but a recent post from the official 'live' profile on X confirmed the upcoming change. Other major social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok do not require a premium subscription for livestreaming. X's focus on growing its premium subscription model is driven by concerns over advertising revenue.
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To combat bots and spammers, Elon Musk's X to charge new users in two countries $1 in pilot
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter) will start charging an annual subscription fee of $1 for unverified accounts in New Zealand and the Philippines as part of its testing program called "Not a Bot". This move aims to reduce spam, manipulation, and bot activity. Existing users are not affected by this test, and new users who choose not to subscribe will have limited functionalities. Elon Musk-owned X considers this subscription model an effective way to counter the presence of millions of bot-run accounts.
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Elon Musk’s X is especially vulnerable to an ad boycott
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has responded boldly to firms pulling ads from X, the social network he owns. Concerns over unsavoury content on the platform have prompted advertisers like Apple and Disney to withdraw their ads. Since Musk fired a significant portion of X's staff, more problematic content has been surfacing. The social network, which heavily relies on ads for revenue, is now facing a significant decline in sales and download rates. To make up for the loss, X is exploring new ways to attract smaller advertisers and considering a premium subscription model.
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X is now an open source news platform, says Elon Musk
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk has stated that X, an open source news platform, provides users with the opportunity to combat false information by posting their own content and utilizing Community Notes. Responding to a follower's comment about mainstream media having the final say in spreading false narratives, Musk emphasized the importance of community-contributed information on X. However, some users expressed concerns about misinformation and the platform's trustworthiness. Musk had previously encouraged citizen journalism and invited journalists to publish directly on X.
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