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X and Bluesky Roll Out Vertical Video Feeds as TikTok Restores Service in the US
X (formerly Twitter) has announced a new feature for its users. It has introduced a dedicated vertical video feed, similar to Instagram's Reels or YouTube's Shorts feeds. Another social media site, Bluesky, founded by Jack Dorsey, who was incidentally one of the founding members of Twitter, also revealed a similar vertical video feed feature. Th...
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The Dynamics That Polarise Us On Social Media Are About To Get A Lot Worse
Mark Zuckerberg has announced big changes in how the company addresses misinformation across Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Instead of relying on independent third-party factcheckers, Meta will now emulate Elon Musks X (formerly Twitter).
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EU Considers Expanding Probe Into Elon Musk's X: Report
The European Union is considering expanding its investigation into whether Elon Musk's social media network X breached its content moderation rulebook, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing the bloc's tech policy chief.
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X Rolls Out Parody Account Labels to Prevent Impersonation, Improve Information Transparency
X (formerly Twitter) on Friday announced the rollout of new account labels for parody or satire accounts. Labels were first introduced on the microblogging platform last year as visual indicators to help users distinguish accounts based on their type and nature. With the new ‘Parody Account’ label, the Elon Musk-owned app aims to reduce imperso...
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UK Universities Retreat From Elon Musk's X Citing Misinformation On Platform
Universities and other higher education establishments have joined a retreat among British institutions from Elon Musk's X social media platform, citing its role in spreading misinformation that fuelled race riots last year.
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Vidya Balan's Post For Rohit Sharma Sponsored? X Community Notes Stir Social Media
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan's post on X in support of Rohit Sharma triggered a social media storm, with users calling it a 'PR stunt'.
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R Ashwin Clarifies After "Good Leaders Always..." Post Triggers Storm On Social Media
R Ashwin's "leadership post" on X triggered a huge social media storm. The veteran off-spinner later issued a clarification.
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Human Rights Body Tells X To Remove AAP's Campaign Video Featuring Children
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo on Monday directed social media platform 'X' to immediately remove an objectionable video showing the alleged involvement of children in political campaigning by AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal Atishi.
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X Premium+ Subscription Receives Significant Price Hike in India, US and Other Markets
X (formerly Twitter) is raising the price of its premium subscription in several markets including India, the microblogging platform has announced. Its top-tier subscription, which is X Premium+, has been revised and the US is one of the markets hit the hardest by this change. In the country, the price of the subscription has gone up by almost 40 p...
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Scammers, Fake Accounts, Controversial Figures: Bluesky's Many Struggles
Bluesky, a social media platform in its nascent stage, is facing a series of challenges while its user base continues to grow. With over 25 million sign-ups, it is gaining mainstream attention but also facing criticism and controversy.
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Elon Musk's X Hikes Premium+ Subscription Prices By 35% In India
Elon Musk has raised prices of its top-tier subscription service (Premium+) for his X social media platform by 35% for both new and existing users in India, including across global markets.
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"Can't Speak Kannada? Come To Delhi": CEO's Hiring Post Sparks Controversy
A social media post by Vikram Chopra, CEO of Cars24, has triggered a debate over linguistic identity and workplace inclusivity. Mr Chopra shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) aimed at those living in Bengaluru open for jobs in Delhi-NCR.
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Congress Claims Centre Asked X To Remove Amit Shah's Video As It Violates Laws
Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Thursday alleged that social media platform 'X' has told them through an e-mail that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the IT Ministry has asked them to remove the video of Amit Shah as it violates Indian Laws.
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Kapil Sharma And Samay Raina's Exchange On Social Media Makes Fans Hopeful For A Collaboration Soon
A fan tagged them both in a post on the social media platform and to his surprise, both the comedy stars replied
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"Write Panjab Or Punjab...": Diljit Dosanjh Reacts To Spelling Controversy
A social media post by Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has sparked a 'Punjab vs Panjab' debate. In a recent post on X, the singer shared a video of him arriving at Chandigarh airport accompanied by the word 'Panjab'.
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X and Bluesky Roll Out Vertical Video Feeds as TikTok Restores Service in the US
X (formerly Twitter) has announced a new feature for its users. It has introduced a dedicated vertical video feed, similar to Instagram's Reels or YouTube's Shorts feeds. Another social media site, Bluesky, founded by Jack Dorsey, who was incidentally one of the founding members of Twitter, also revealed a similar vertical video feed feature. Th...
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The Dynamics That Polarise Us On Social Media Are About To Get A Lot Worse
Mark Zuckerberg has announced big changes in how the company addresses misinformation across Facebook, Instagram and Threads. Instead of relying on independent third-party factcheckers, Meta will now emulate Elon Musks X (formerly Twitter).
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EU Considers Expanding Probe Into Elon Musk's X: Report
The European Union is considering expanding its investigation into whether Elon Musk's social media network X breached its content moderation rulebook, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing the bloc's tech policy chief.
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X Rolls Out Parody Account Labels to Prevent Impersonation, Improve Information Transparency
X (formerly Twitter) on Friday announced the rollout of new account labels for parody or satire accounts. Labels were first introduced on the microblogging platform last year as visual indicators to help users distinguish accounts based on their type and nature. With the new ‘Parody Account’ label, the Elon Musk-owned app aims to reduce imperso...
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UK Universities Retreat From Elon Musk's X Citing Misinformation On Platform
Universities and other higher education establishments have joined a retreat among British institutions from Elon Musk's X social media platform, citing its role in spreading misinformation that fuelled race riots last year.
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Vidya Balan's Post For Rohit Sharma Sponsored? X Community Notes Stir Social Media
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan's post on X in support of Rohit Sharma triggered a social media storm, with users calling it a 'PR stunt'.
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R Ashwin Clarifies After "Good Leaders Always..." Post Triggers Storm On Social Media
R Ashwin's "leadership post" on X triggered a huge social media storm. The veteran off-spinner later issued a clarification.
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Human Rights Body Tells X To Remove AAP's Campaign Video Featuring Children
NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo on Monday directed social media platform 'X' to immediately remove an objectionable video showing the alleged involvement of children in political campaigning by AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal Atishi.
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X Premium+ Subscription Receives Significant Price Hike in India, US and Other Markets
X (formerly Twitter) is raising the price of its premium subscription in several markets including India, the microblogging platform has announced. Its top-tier subscription, which is X Premium+, has been revised and the US is one of the markets hit the hardest by this change. In the country, the price of the subscription has gone up by almost 40 p...
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Scammers, Fake Accounts, Controversial Figures: Bluesky's Many Struggles
Bluesky, a social media platform in its nascent stage, is facing a series of challenges while its user base continues to grow. With over 25 million sign-ups, it is gaining mainstream attention but also facing criticism and controversy.
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Elon Musk's X Hikes Premium+ Subscription Prices By 35% In India
Elon Musk has raised prices of its top-tier subscription service (Premium+) for his X social media platform by 35% for both new and existing users in India, including across global markets.
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"Can't Speak Kannada? Come To Delhi": CEO's Hiring Post Sparks Controversy
A social media post by Vikram Chopra, CEO of Cars24, has triggered a debate over linguistic identity and workplace inclusivity. Mr Chopra shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) aimed at those living in Bengaluru open for jobs in Delhi-NCR.
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Congress Claims Centre Asked X To Remove Amit Shah's Video As It Violates Laws
Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Thursday alleged that social media platform 'X' has told them through an e-mail that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the IT Ministry has asked them to remove the video of Amit Shah as it violates Indian Laws.
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Kapil Sharma And Samay Raina's Exchange On Social Media Makes Fans Hopeful For A Collaboration Soon
A fan tagged them both in a post on the social media platform and to his surprise, both the comedy stars replied
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"Write Panjab Or Punjab...": Diljit Dosanjh Reacts To Spelling Controversy
A social media post by Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has sparked a 'Punjab vs Panjab' debate. In a recent post on X, the singer shared a video of him arriving at Chandigarh airport accompanied by the word 'Panjab'.
