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Following the removal of the legacy verified blue tick, Twitter has moved in a sudden move to remove the government-funded media label from the accounts of several news media outlets (Image: Reuters)
The removal of the legacy blue tick has led to a proliferation of fake accounts, and users have noticed discrepancies in the verification process.
According to Bloomberg, Twitter users are expressing confusion and anger over recent changes to the social media platform’s verification system.
The removal of the legacy blue tick has led to a proliferation of fake accounts, and users have noticed discrepancies in the verification process, particularly with regard to deceased celebrities.
Some Twitter users were surprised to see blue ticks next to profiles of people like NBA player Kobe Bryant, who passed away in 2020.
Others were angered by the verification of profiles of individuals such as Jamal Khashoggi, a prominent journalist and columnist killed in 2018.
These developments have added to the confusion and frustration among Twitter users, who struggle to navigate the platform’s evolving verification policies.
While the changes may be aimed at improving transparency and accuracy, many users feel that the new system has only made things more complicated and confusing.
Although no clear explanation has been given as to why the Twitter accounts of the deceased celebrities were verified, Elon Musk previously announced that it is personally covering the cost of Twitter Blue subscriptions for some users who have criticized the rollout of the paid subscription service.
Overall, the situation highlights the challenges social media companies face in balancing the need for security and accuracy with the desire for openness and accessibility.
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