A legal battle surrounding the sale of Alex Jones’ InfoWars accounts reveals X’s assertion that users do not own their accounts, sparking debate about digital ownership and platform control. This surprising claim raises concerns about user rights and the potential for political manipulation of the platform.
Tech mogul Elon Musk engaged in a hilarious late-night banter on X, joking about being a time-traveling vampire alien. His social media activity has surged since openly supporting Donald Trump’s presidential bid, highlighting the impact of his pronouncements on platform engagement.
Following the 2024 US Presidential election, millions are fleeing Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) for the decentralized social media platform Bluesky. Driven by dissatisfaction with X’s changes and a desire for greater user control, Bluesky’s user base has exploded, reaching 20 million. This article explores why users are switching, how to navigate Bluesky’s starter packs, and how to create your own.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor’s stagnant follower count on X (formerly Twitter) has sparked a controversy. After contacting Elon Musk, Tharoor received a dismissive lawyer’s letter, leading him to publicly allege potential shadowbanning and a lack of corporate responsiveness from X.
Following a year-long boycott, major brands like IBM, Disney, Comcast, and Warner Bros. Discovery have resumed advertising on X, prompting Elon Musk’s public expression of gratitude. This reversal comes despite previous concerns over brand safety and declining ad spending, and amidst Meta’s plans to introduce ads on Threads.
Bluesky, the decentralized social media platform created by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, is experiencing a surge in users as many flee Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter). This exodus, fueled by concerns over content moderation and policy changes, has propelled Bluesky to over 15 million users, while X faces declining value and advertiser departures. With a focus on a less hateful, more open environment, Bluesky is attracting a diverse range of users, including journalists, celebrities, and politicians.
Several major French media outlets, including those owned by billionaire Bernard Arnault, have filed a lawsuit against X (formerly Twitter) for allegedly using their content without compensation. The lawsuit stems from a European directive that requires social media platforms to pay media organizations for republishing their news content. This legal battle highlights the ongoing conflict between tech giants and European regulators over the protection of publishing rights.
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, X (formerly Twitter) saw a dramatic decrease in users, with over 115,000 U.S. accounts deactivated within a day. This exodus is attributed to Elon Musk’s overt support for Trump’s campaign, causing many to migrate to the alternative platform, Bluesky, which doubled its user base within three months. Concerns over X’s moderation policies and rising sexist language have further fueled the exodus. Notably, major organizations like The Guardian have left X, citing Musk’s political influence as a reason for their departure.
Meta Platforms is set to introduce ads on its social media app Threads in early 2024, aiming to tap into the lucrative advertising market. This move comes as Twitter, now known as X, struggles to retain advertisers following Elon Musk’s acquisition. While Meta doesn’t expect Threads to be a major revenue driver in the near future, its entry into the advertising space could attract marketers disillusioned with the changes at X.
A group of leading French newspapers, including Le Figaro, Les Echos, and Le Monde, are suing Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) for using their content without payment. They argue that X should compensate them for their ancillary rights, which protect news outlets from unauthorized content distribution. The case highlights the ongoing debate over the relationship between social media platforms and news organizations.
