π’ 18 months of π takeover, Turning up the π factor in social media. π
Since Elon Musk acquisition of X on July 23, 2023, several notable features have been introduced:
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Rebranding: The platform was rebranded from Twitter to X, with a significant change from the iconic blue bird logo to an "π" symbol. This rebranding also included shifting from twitter dot com to x dot com.
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Open Communication: π fosters global dialogue, encouraging diverse individuals to share ideas and perspectives.
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Idea of Citizen Journalism: π is going to become a most powerful weapon for every citizen of the world.
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Extended Content Capabilities: Users can now post up to 25,000 characters, allowing for more in-depth discussions without the need for multiple posts.
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Audio and Video Calls: X has introduced audio and video call features, expanding its functionality to be more of a comprehensive communication tool.
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Subscription Model: X Premium and Premium Plus was launched, offering benefits like an edit button for posts, increased visibility, write article, fewer ads, and longer video uploads. This subscription service also allows for account monetization through creators revenue sharing program.
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Verification Changes: The verification system was revamped, moving from a free model based on notability to a subscription-based model where anyone can get verified by paying a fee. Different check marks were introduced for organizations (gold), government or multilateral accounts (grey), and individuals (blue).
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Community Notes: A feature where users can add context or fact-check information to posts, enhancing the platform's approach to combating misinformation with more speech.
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Dedicated Video Feed: A dedicated video tab has been implemented, aiming to make X more video-centric.
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Policy Changes: There have been relaxations in content moderation policies with a focus on "free speech", which includes reinstating previously banned accounts and altering policies on political ads.
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Algorithm Changes: The platform's algorithms have been modified, including how content is recommended and displayed in feeds, with some changes aimed at boosting visibility for paying subscribers.
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Removal of Features: Some features like the ability to block accounts (except for in direct messages), public display of likes and live streamer count were removed or altered.
These changes reflect Musk's vision of transforming X into an "everything app" with a focus on enhancing user interaction, monetization and content diversity.
Thank you Elon Musk for making this app great. π