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Twitter had initially declared the “winding down” of blue check marks under its old verification system, which prioritized high-profile users at risk of impersonation. To maintain verification, Musk mentioned users would need to subscribe to the Twitter Blue service for $8 per month, which allows accounts to pay for verification and has been an option since December.
However, while most legacy blue check holders discovered that their verification indicators remained intact, they were updated with a new label stating: “This account is verified because it’s subscribed to Twitter Blue or is a legacy verified account.” This alteration in language has created uncertainty about whether verified accounts truly belong to notable individuals or are merely users who have joined Twitter Blue.
Amidst this confusion, one significant account lost its blue check over the weekend, the main account for the New York Times, after the publication declined to pay for verification. Following a meme posted by an account known for interactions with Musk, suggesting the Times refused to pay for verification, Musk promptly responded with a tweet indicating the removal of the blue check. Subsequently, he criticized the Times in a series of tweets for their supposedly dull and “propaganda” coverage.
These events showcase the unpredictability and rapid changes brought about by Twitter, particularly affecting high-profile accounts that have long been the platform’s unique selling proposition. It also underscores Musk’s influences on Twitter’s operation, seemingly led more by whims than policy decisions.
Despite the New York Times losing its blue check, other specialized accounts maintained their verification status. While it’s unclear why the New York Times lacks a gold “organizations” check mark like other news outlets, such as the Associated Press and the Washington Post, a spokesperson reiterated the publication’s stance against paying for verification.
In a peculiar move, Twitter replaced its iconic blue bird logo with the doge meme, representing the cryptocurrency dogecoin, hyped by Musk. Following Musk’s acquisition of Twitter last fall, the platform has been on the brink of making alterations to its legacy blue check verification system.
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