Previously, celebrities, politicians, journalists and other public figures were required to provide proof of identification before receiving the blue-tick verification badge. Under the new model, all customers who subscribe for US$8 (RM37) a month will be given verified accounts. — AP
WASHINGTON: Numerous Twitter users have seized the moment to create fake celebrity accounts after the social media platform introduced a new verification system following the takeover by tech billionaire Elon Musk.
Previously, celebrities, politicians, journalists and other public figures were required to provide proof of identification before receiving the blue-tick verification badge. Under the new model, all customers who subscribe for US$8 (RM37) a month will be given verified accounts.
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