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How Elon Musk plans to make YOU pay for his Twitter purchase

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2 years ago

October 31, 2022

Ahron Young

Employees working on the development of Twitter Blue were given an ultimatum by CEO Elon Musk: launch the new, more expensive subscription by November 7th or get fired.

The new subscription is planned to be priced at $19.99 per month.

Twitter Blue would function similarly to Instagram’s verified badge program, which allows users to apply for a verified badge that appears next to their name on their profile if they are determined to be of public interest.

This badge helps users verify that they are who they say they are and also allows them to stand out from other users on the platform.

The introduction of paid verification on Twitter has been met with some backlash, as many people feel that it would create an elitist system where only those who can afford to pay for verification would have access to it.

However, others argue that the ability to verify one’s identity on social media can be vital, especially for public figures and those who are at risk of being impersonated online.

What do you think? Should Twitter introduce paid verification? Or would this create too much of a divide between users who can afford it and those who cannot?

Platformer’s Casey Newton first reported that Twitter was considering charging for verification.

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Why the meme-stock frenzy is unlikely to repeat

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5 days ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

GME shares surge 74%, but experts stress a meme-stock frenzy resurgence is unlikely due to fundamental differences in the company’s financial situation.

Australia’s budget unveils a second consecutive surplus of A$9.3 billion, prioritising the critical minerals industry and green energy initiatives to reduce reliance on Chinese supply.

Also, GameStop shares have surged 74%, but experts caution against expecting a repeat of the 2021 meme-stock frenzy. #featured #trending

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Why are airlines after the Biden Administration?

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5 days ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Major airlines are taking legal action against the Biden administration over a newly implemented rule requiring them to disclose fees upfront.

On this episode of Hot Shots – Major airlines are suing the Biden Administration, AI-piloted fighter jets, SpaceX faces funding challenges, and Apple receives crushing feedback.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudo discuss. #featured #trending

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The mounting pressure on Government spends

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6 days ago

May 13, 2024

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Questions abound regarding the factors fueling this inflation surge in Australia and whether it correlates with the escalating government expenditures.

Concerns extend to how Chalmers navigates the mounting pressure amid discrepancies in spending allocations.

Moreover, as Australians grapple with the reality of rising living costs, the feasibility of cutting spending becomes a pressing issue. Additionally, amidst economic uncertainties, individuals seek guidance on managing stock market risks effectively. #Featured #Trending