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X’s scam epidemic drains users’ wallets of $104M – Are you safe?

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X, formerly known as Twitter, continues to be a breeding ground for scammers who exploit the platform for phishing schemes, resulting in substantial financial losses amounting to $104 million. Impersonator accounts on X lure unsuspecting users into phishing sites, perpetrating fraudulent activities. X turns into a phishing nightmare In February, hackers stole about $47 million […]

Why are former Twitter executives suing Elon Musk?

Why are former Twitter executives suing Elon Musk?

Elon Musk, the new owner of the platform formerly known as Twitter, is in the hot seat as four of its previous top brass have dragged him to court over unpaid severance claims exceeding $128 million. The group, led by Parag Agrawal, the ex-CEO, alongside Ned Segal, Vijaya Gadde, and Sean Edgett—who respectively served as […]

Elon Musk’s X is unraveling in real time – And crypto’s role?

Elon Musk's X is unraveling in real time - And crypto's role?

Elon Musk’s X (formerly known as Twitter) is quite literally unraveling before our very eyes. There is a rapid deepfake problem that has undermined the platform’s credibility, especially within the crypto community. As you scroll through X, it’s hard-if not impossible-to not bump into deepfake videos featuring prominent figures like Michael Saylor, Vitalik Buterin or […]

Elon Musk unable to get out of Twitter takeover lawsuit

Elon Musk and Twitter takeover

Elon Musk, the renowned business magnate, has recently found himself embroiled in a legal battle that refuses to fade away. A federal judge in California has ruled that Musk must confront a lawsuit brought forth by Twitter investors. They allege that Musk created uncertainty around his proposed acquisition of Twitter, aiming to drive down the […]

The Firing of CEO Sam Altman by OpenAI Elicits Steve Jobs Echoes

Sam Altman, Steve Jobs Echoes

In a move reminiscent of Silicon Valley’s turbulent past, the ChatGPT powerhouse Open AI sent shockwaves through the digital landscape as it announced the sudden departure of its co-founder and CEO, Sam Altman.  Altman, a prominent entrepreneur, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the surprising news, leaving the online community in a state of […]

Apple shuts down advertising on X (Twitter)

Apple shuts down advertising on X (Twitter)

Apple has decided to pause all advertising on X, previously known as Twitter, now owned by Elon Musk. This decision comes in the wake of Musk’s controversial engagement with antisemitic conspiracy theories and the placement of Apple ads alongside far-right content on the platform. As one of the major advertisers on X, Apple’s action mirrors […]

Elon Musk faces SEC’s request for Twitter testimony

Elon Musk faces SEC's request for Twitter testimony

In a dramatic escalation of regulatory scrutiny, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has intensified its probe into Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, now renamed X. The billionaire’s refusal to comply with a September interview request has led to a legal showdown, with the SEC recently appealing to a federal court in San Francisco […]

Twitter (X) is now worth $19 billion – The details

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The once towering giant of social media, X, formerly renowned as Twitter, has found its equity taking a plunge to a staggering $19 billion. The revelation, disseminated to the staff in an internal memo, signifies a colossal devaluation from its $44 billion acquisition by the tech mogul Elon Musk just a year ago. A Monday […]

Got $1? X plans to make you pay for tweeting or retweeting

Why is the EU coming after Elon Musk and X?

It’s a bold new world for the millions who once thrived on Twitter, now rebranded as X. Those clicks, shares, and witty quips are about to come with a price tag. If X’s latest announcement is any indication, your engagement on their platform might soon cost you a dollar, to be precise. Now, while a […]

X rolls out “not a bot” subscription to tackle bots and spam

Twitter-X secures license for crypto payments and trading

X, the platform once known as Twitter, is introducing a bold strategy to curb the infiltration of disruptive elements such as spam and bot accounts. Starting in New Zealand and the Philippines, the company unveiled a subscription-based approach named “Not A Bot” on October 17. This initiative imposes a $1 fee on new users, designed […]

The new Grayscale scam showcases the dangers of Elon’s blue mark on X

Grayscale

Grayscale is presently under a scam threat. In recent times, the influence of social media on financial markets has never been more palpable. One central figure in this evolving landscape is Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, among other ventures.  Users rely on Twitter (X) for accurate news and updates from verified pages. However, […]

X (Twitter) gains major advantage because of this

X stands by victimized users, pays legal expenses

Mark Zuckerberg’s competitive punch seemed to land perfectly with the introduction of Threads. An immediate threat to Twitter, now dubbed “X”, Threads zoomed past with a staggering 44 million daily active users. But, like many adrenaline-pumped stories, the dust settled, revealing Threads’ substantial user drop, dwindling to a mere 8 million. Yet, while Threads’ performance […]

Elon Musk in trouble over Trump Twitter records

Elon Musk in trouble over Trump Twitter records

Elon Musk’s recent acquisition, now rebranded as X but once widely recognized as Twitter, finds itself ensnared in legal controversies involving none other than former U.S. President Donald Trump. A hefty $350,000 fine was slapped on X for its delay in responding to a covert search warrant relating to Trump’s infamous Twitter records. The evolving […]

FTX-listed altcoins surge due to Twitter and Elon Musk

FTX moves to liquidate trust assets in creditor repayment effort

The cryptocurrency market has never been short of drama, but the recent link between one of the world’s largest social media platform, now known as X Corp, and FTX’s altcoins goes beyond anything we’ve seen before. It’s a tale of tweets, bots, and influence, where a single online gesture from a billionaire entrepreneur can cause […]

X (Twitter) contests India court’s content blocking orders

X (Twitter) contests India court's content blocking orders

The battle between X (formerly known as Twitter) and the Indian judiciary escalates as the social media giant continues to challenge the court’s ruling. A fine, content censorship, and a complex intersection of business and politics have woven a tale that mirrors a broader struggle for free speech in the online age. A struggle against […]

San Francisco criticizes Elon Musk’s giant X logo

San Francisco criticizes Elon Musk's giant X logo

San Francisco is hardly pleased with the latest demonstration of branding by Elon Musk, the ever-controversial billionaire and mastermind behind SpaceX, Tesla, and now, the messaging platform X – formerly Twitter. The city’s discontent comes after a colossal, glowing ‘X’ was mounted on the roof of the company’s Market Street headquarters. This glaring symbol of […]

Linda Yaccarino’s Hollywood push for Twitter

Linda Yaccarino's Hollywood push for Twitter

Linda Yaccarino, the new leader at Twitter’s helm, has embarked on an ambitious journey to Hollywood. With the social media platform’s abrupt transformation into “X,” spearheaded by its owner Elon Musk, Yaccarino is reaching for the stars, literally and figuratively. The mission is to inject new life into a brand that has seen more turmoil […]

This is what Elon Musk is trying to build with X (Twitter)

Why is the EU coming after Elon Musk and X?

Twitter’s famous blue-bird logo has flown the coop, replaced with an unexpected twist on the platform’s brand identity. Elon Musk, the innovative billionaire, is not merely shifting Twitter’s identity, but propelling it towards a brave new future. Musk envisions an everything app, fondly named ‘X’, morphing Twitter into a comprehensive communications and financial transactions platform. […]

Is X the Future of Social Media? Elon Musk’s Controversial Twitter Rebranding Examined

Is X the Future of Social Media? Elon Musk's Controversial Twitter Rebranding Examined

Elon Musk, the eccentric entrepreneur and owner of Twitter, has sent shockwaves through the digital world by officially killing the once-vibrant text-based social media platform. In its place emerges a disfigured shell known only as X, a platform transformed under the command of its enigmatic and often controversial leader. The rebranding has left users questioning […]

Here’s a look at what happened in crypto today – WLD Token and Elon Musk rule the day

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From bustling trading platforms to cutting-edge innovations in blockchain technology, the crypto landscape is a dynamic and fast-paced ecosystem rife with opportunities and challenges. Here is a look at what happened today, Monday, in the crypto ecosystem. The most recent information on daily trends and events affecting the Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3, and […]

Is Elon Musk’s Twitter rebranding a good idea, or just another bad one?

Why is the EU coming after Elon Musk and X?

In the past several months since Elon Musk took the helm at Twitter, he has made a lot of what majority of people consider bad decisions. An audacious latest move by the tech entrepreneur has sparked a wildfire of debate across the tech industry. After shelling out $44 billion last year to purchase Twitter, Musk […]

Elon Musk initiates Twitter’s rebranding with an ‘X’ symbol; X-branded tokens emerge

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has transformed Twitter’s iconic blue bird logo into a stylized X to metamorphose the 17-year-old social media platform into an all-encompassing application. However, the decision came shortly after Musk invited his vast following of 149 million users to suggest an X logo, which he promptly integrated into the platform’s branding. Over […]

Musk’s latest move: Twitter logo to get scrapped

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The ever-innovative Elon Musk, owner of the popular social media giant Twitter, has disclosed plans to overhaul the brand and abandon its symbolic bird emblem. An icon recognized across the globe, the famed bird is soon to exit the stage, according to Musk’s recent declarations on the platform. Musk’s imminent brand transformation is poised to […]

Twitter imposes DM limits on unverified accounts to reduce spam

Twitter imposes DM limits on unverified accounts to reduce spam

Twitter, the global social media giant, has recently announced its plan to impose daily limits on the number of Direct Messages (DMs) that unverified accounts can send. The company stated that this move is part of its ongoing efforts to reduce spam in Direct Messages.  The announcement has sparked a wave of reactions from Twitter’s […]

Uniswap founder’s Twitter account breached to carry out scams

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In a recent incident, members of the Crypto Twitter community swiftly identified and alerted others to a scam perpetrated through Uniswap founder Hayden Adams’ compromised account. The “Web3 Security Alerts” channel on Telegram was quick to notify followers about the breach, which occurred on July 20. During the breach, Adams’ Twitter account, with over 254,000 […]

Why is Twitter beefing with Elizabeth Warren?

Twitter to subpoena Senator Elizabeth Warren over communications

The tension between Twitter and Senator Elizabeth Warren is intensifying as the social media behemoth is set to challenge a consent order with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), creating ripples of conflict in the socio-political landscape. The crux of the matter revolves around accusations from Twitter towards the FTC of bias and overreach, sparking off […]

Instagram Threads faces bot invasion and user engagement drop; Twitter’s Elon Musk mocks

Instagram Threads Faces Bot Invasion and User Engagement Drop; Twitter's Elon Musk Mocks

In the heated battle for social media supremacy, Mark Zuckerberg’s recent venture, Instagram Threads, has experienced growing pains with spam attacks and bot infiltrations. The abrupt issues have prompted the introduction of rate limits to control traffic, prompting ridicule from Twitter CEO, Elon Musk. This situation has highlighted the intricate challenges that tech giants face […]

Twitter is still not making Elon Musk any money

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In the swirling whirl of the social media landscape, Twitter, under the stewardship of Elon Musk, continues to navigate turbulent waters, grappling with a striking lack of financial buoyancy. A staggering drop in ad revenue and a burdensome debt stack are primarily to blame for the platform’s failure to generate positive cash flow. Sagging profits, […]

Former Twitter employees demand $500 million payout

Former Twitter employees demand $500 million payout

Social media giant, Twitter, finds itself in hot water after accusations emerged of a severance default to the tune of $500 million. The allegations come from a considerable group of its workforce, who saw their positions terminated following Elon Musk’s acquisition of the company. The alleged broken promise Courtney McMillian, the former overseer of Twitter’s […]

Twitter becomes ground zero for FTM scams

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Online environments, like Twitter, are increasingly becoming a dangerous landscape, fraught with fraudulent schemes aimed at unsuspecting victims. In recent times, Twitter has transformed into the epicenter of deceitful activities, with cybercriminals employing new tactics to exploit its massive user base. One such disconcerting trend is the rampant spread of a scam involving the fraudulent […]

What chances does Musk have of winning the lawsuit against Zuck?

Musk Zuck

The echoes of an impending legal standoff between the tech titans, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, are resounding loudly through Silicon Valley. At the epicenter of this colossal fracas lies the contention that Meta Platforms – Zuckerberg’s tech behemoth, has pilfered trade secrets from Twitter, Musk’s latest acquisition. Unfortunately for Musk, the trajectory of this […]

Twitter ads are getting more and more peculiar

Twitter ads are getting more and more peculiar

In the whirlpool of social media, Twitter has carved out a unique space. As a platform, it fosters connectivity, ideas, and even revolutions. But, like all digital landscapes, Twitter is not exempt from the pull of advertising, which, in recent times, has been morphing into increasingly peculiar forms. The curious case of odd Twitter advertisements […]

Elon Musk goes after Twitter acquisition lawyers

Musk sues law firm Wachtell Lipton over $90mn Twitter legal fee

Silicon Valley’s famed pioneer Elon Musk is taking on Wall Street’s elite in a groundbreaking lawsuit that encapsulates a blend of tech, finance, and legal drama. Musk’s entity, X Corp, which now owns Twitter, is squaring off against one of Wall Street’s most prestigious law firms, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, in a battle over […]

Twitter vs. Threads – Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey go after Mark Zuckerberg

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Former Twitter CEO Elon Musk and co-founder Jack Dorsey have criticized the social media giant formerly known as Facebook’s new text-based app, Meta’s Threads. Elon Musk is concerned about the control and monopolization of social media platforms, especially by Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. Elon Musk has been in a hot seat since he took […]

Elon Musk threatens to sue Mark Zuckerberg over Threads

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The social media battleground is ablaze as Twitter’s maverick owner, Elon Musk, sets his legal crosshairs on Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg over the creation of a new app – Threads. In less than a day from its launch, Threads, a text-based platform echoing Twitter’s design, found itself embroiled in a fiery intellectual property dispute with the […]

We tried Instagram’s Threads app, and this is the experience

I tried Threads, Here is what I experienced

When Elon Musk took over Twitter, a lot of promises were made. Hopes were flying up for Twitter users. Now eight months later, and Twitter is at the brink of death. Literally. As Elon Musk tries to hold on to his loyal users, comes in his rival Mark Zuckerberg, the brain behind Facebook, Instagram, and […]

Meta challenges Twitter with launch of new app

Meta challenges Twitter with launch of new app

Meta is set to launch Threads, its own rival to the popular social media platform Twitter. Expected to debut on Thursday, Threads will offer a text-based platform similar to Twitter, allowing users to publish posts, engage in discussions, and share content. The app will be closely linked to Meta’s photo-sharing platform, Instagram, enabling seamless portability […]

Musk is going to sabotage Yaccarino’s plans for Twitter

Musk's Twitter rate limits could undermine new CEO, ad experts say

There’s an unexpected, yet not surprising, storm brewing in the Twitter-verse. Elon Musk, known for his spontaneous and at times destabilizing decisions, has ignited a clash of titans within the realm of social media and advertising. This time, his aim is focused on Twitter, a platform he recently took over, with ramifications that might just […]

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