Will Musk's Scrapping of Blocking Feature from 'X' Remove it From Apple, Google App Stores
1 year, 4 months ago

Will Musk's Scrapping of Blocking Feature from 'X' Remove it From Apple, Google App Stores

News 18  

Elon Musk has said the microblogging site X, formerly known as Twitter, will remove a protective feature that lets users block other accounts. “Block is going to be deleted as a ‘feature’, except for DMs,” Musk said in a post on X, adding later, “It makes no sense.” The block feature allows an X user to restrict accounts they like from contacting them, seeing their posts or following them on the social media platform. To prevent abuse, apps with user-generated content or social networking services must include … The ability to block abusive users from the service.” Similarly, Google Play Store states that apps must provide an in-app system for blocking user-generated content and users. Google’s rules of User Generated Content states, “Apps that contain or feature UGC, including apps which are specialized browsers or clients to direct users to a UGC platform, must implement robust, effective, and ongoing UGC moderation that… Provides an in-app system for blocking UGC and users.” However, the two companies have not issued any statement so far and have not immediately replied to comments. Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino defended Elon Musk’s move and stressed that users’ safety is their “number one priority.” Our users’ safety on X is our number one priority.

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Social media age ban inquiry flooded with 15,000 submissions after Elon Musk weighs in
1 month ago

Social media age ban inquiry flooded with 15,000 submissions after Elon Musk weighs in

ABC  

A rushed inquiry into the government's proposed laws to ban children and young teenagers from social media has been inundated with about 15,000 submissions, despite having only been open for 24 hours. Musk questions government's motive Under Labor's plans, children younger than 16 will be barred from using social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and X. "The government's deal …

Elon Musk’s X sues to block California law that aims to combat election deepfakes
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk’s X sues to block California law that aims to combat election deepfakes

LA Times  

X, the social media app owned by Elon Musk, has sued California in an attempt to block a new law requiring large online platforms to remove or label deceptive election content. X alleges the new law would prompt social media sites to lean toward labeling or removing legitimate election content out of caution. X, though, alleges it would be difficult …

Elon Musk’s X says it’s policing harmful content as scrutiny of the platform grows
3 months ago

Elon Musk’s X says it’s policing harmful content as scrutiny of the platform grows

LA Times  

Amid rising concerns that X has become less safe under billionaire Elon Musk, the platform formerly known as Twitter is seeking to assure advertisers and critics that it still polices harassment, hate speech and other offensive content. From January to June, X suspended 5.3 million accounts and removed or labeled 10.7 million posts for violating its rules against posting child …

Musk removes X block button as users fear return of ‘creeps’
3 months ago

Musk removes X block button as users fear return of ‘creeps’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk is facing a backlash after announcing that the block button on …

Musk’s Riot Provocations Prompt UK to Seek Tougher Online Rules
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Musk’s Riot Provocations Prompt UK to Seek Tougher Online Rules

Live Mint  

Keir Starmer called for a “mature conversation” with social media companies to limit malicious content that’s stoked days of rioting in the UK. On Monday, Kyle’s office said he met with executives from Meta Platforms Inc., Alphabet Inc.’s Google, TikTok and X to discuss “the spread of hateful misinformation and incitement.” The next day, Musk compared the UK to the …

Musk ensures 'porn-free' mode on X platform: Details
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Musk ensures 'porn-free' mode on X platform: Details

India TV News  

X, a popular micro-blogging platform, which was earlier known as Twitter, announced that it will let users post adult and graphic content earlier this week. Now, Elon Musk said he would ensure a ‘porn-free’ experience for the users who are not willing to watch such content on the platform. When an X user asked the billionaire if he is going …

Musk’s X is allowing users to post consensual adult content, formalizing a prior Twitter policy
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Musk’s X is allowing users to post consensual adult content, formalizing a prior Twitter policy

Associated Press  

The social media platform X says it will now formally allow people to show consensual adult content, as long as it is clearly labeled as such. It added that it does not allow sharing adult content in “highly visible” places such as users’ profile photos or banners. “The platform’s move to allow ‘adult content’ dovetails well with the company’s post-Musk …

X implements limited replies for verified users to combat spam
7 months, 2 weeks ago

X implements limited replies for verified users to combat spam

India TV News  

In yet another bid to sanitise X social media platform, Elon Musk on Sunday announced that users can now limit replies only to verified users to avoid spam and bots. When a user posted a new X tool that “limit replies to verified users” only to prevent spam in the comment section, the tech billionaire replied: “This will improve the …

X made changes to its block feature as part of its commitment to freedom of speech: Details here
7 months, 3 weeks ago

X made changes to its block feature as part of its commitment to freedom of speech: Details here

India TV News  

Elon Musk is very open about his idea of freedom of speech and has bypassed many requests from the government and courts to ban certain accounts. In a post from X's engineering team, the company stated that this change is in line with their commitment to align the block feature with their principles as a public town square. The post …

Elon Musk blames bot spam behind degrading content quality on X
8 months ago

Elon Musk blames bot spam behind degrading content quality on X

India TV News  

X owner Elon Musk said that the people are running huge bot operations on the platform. “I’m just talking about people running massive bot spam operations that unequivocally reduce the quality of content,” the billionaire responded to a follower. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO said, “Unfortunately, a small fee for new user write access is the only way to curb …

Musk’s X fails to block California content moderation law
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Musk’s X fails to block California content moderation law

LA Times  

Elon Musk’s X Corp. lost its effort in court to block a California law that seeks to control toxic posts on social media by requiring companies to disclose their content-moderation polices. In an eight-page ruling Thursday, a federal judge in Sacramento rejected arguments by the company formerly known as Twitter that the measure violates the free-speech rights of social media …

Elon Musk’s X, formerly Twitter, sues California over social media law
1 year, 3 months ago

Elon Musk’s X, formerly Twitter, sues California over social media law

LA Times  

X, the company formerly known as Twitter, is suing California over a state law passed last year that lawmakers say aims to make social media platforms more transparent. In the lawsuit, filed in a federal court in Sacramento on Friday, X alleges the law violates the 1st Amendment’s free speech protections and would pressure social media companies to moderate “constitutionally-protected” …

Elon Musk blocks James Woods on Twitter after weekend spat
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk blocks James Woods on Twitter after weekend spat

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk has blocked actor James Woods …

'Pretty fun blocking people..': Elon Musk take a jibe on blocking feature of X
1 year, 4 months ago

'Pretty fun blocking people..': Elon Musk take a jibe on blocking feature of X

Live Mint  

A day after announcing the removal of the block feature on the social media platform X, its owner Elon Musk took a jibe at those people who complain that blocking is going away. Taking to Twitter, Musk wrote "Pretty fun blocking people who complain that blocking is going away. Here's the post: Earlier, while responding to a question from the …

Elon Musk believes, “There are no great social networks.” Aims to build the greatest!
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk believes, “There are no great social networks.” Aims to build the greatest!

Live Mint  

Elon Musk recently expressed in a candid tweet that there are currently no outstanding social networks. In a recent surprising update, Elon Musk has announced that his social media platform, X, will be removing the feature that enables users to block tweets from specific accounts. "Block is going to be deleted as a 'feature', except for DMs," Elon Musk posted, …

Musk vows to remove blocking function from X/Twitter as new logo debuted
1 year, 4 months ago

Musk vows to remove blocking function from X/Twitter as new logo debuted

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Block is going to be deleted as a ‘feature’, except for DMs,” Mr Musk wrote in a …

Elon Musk’s Idea to Actually Make Twitter a Hellsite
54 years, 11 months ago

Elon Musk’s Idea to Actually Make Twitter a Hellsite

Slate  

Once again, Elon Musk is poised to make a major change to the social network he bought last year, and so far only he appears to know why. Musk does not like the block button, and I think that’s because so many people use it to disapprove of him. It’s true, in other words, that having a block feature on …

X to drop block feature, says Elon Musk: Why has this angered users?
1 year, 4 months ago

X to drop block feature, says Elon Musk: Why has this angered users?

Firstpost  

Elon Musk has said X, formerly Twitter, will chuck blocking, except for direct messages. The billionaire’s plan has raised widespread concerns among users, with many pointing out that removing the feature could subject more people to online bullying and abuse After introducing a slew of changes since his Twitter – now X – takeover last year, Elon Musk is now …

Elon Musk wants to remove the block feature on X
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk wants to remove the block feature on X

The Hindu  

X social media platform owner Elon Musk said on Friday that the ability to block other users will be removed except in direct messages, adding that the feature did not make sense. However, his post was soon attached to a Community Notes banner which provided additional context and claimed that taking away the ability to block abusive users on a …

'Making This Platform Worse': Elon Musk Removing Block Feature From 'X' Irks Users
1 year, 4 months ago

'Making This Platform Worse': Elon Musk Removing Block Feature From 'X' Irks Users

News 18  

Elon Musk is undertaking the unexpected once again, as he’s making a rather surprising move on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. Musk’s latest decision involves the removal of a crucial safety measure, the ability to block individuals on the social media platform. This sequence of events unfolded when Musk, in response to a tweet on X, disclosed that …

Elon Musk announces removal of block feature on X, says ‘it makes no sense’
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk announces removal of block feature on X, says ‘it makes no sense’

Live Mint  

X owner Elon Musk has announced the removal of block feature on the social media platform. Musk noted via an X post that blocking will be deleted as a feature expected for direct messages but users will still possess the ability to mute others. Removing the blocking feature is just one of many changes introduced by the world's richest man …

Elon Musk to eliminate Block feature from X, says 'it makes no sense'
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk to eliminate Block feature from X, says 'it makes no sense'

India TV News  

Elon Musk, the owner of X, recently announced a significant change that has sparked mixed reactions among users. Musk expressed his decision in a Twitter exchange with a follower, stating that the Block feature will no longer be a part of the platform's functionalities. One user voiced concerns about the potential impact on women's safety, suggesting that without the Block …

Elon Musk's X offers legal support for unfairly treated users
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk's X offers legal support for unfairly treated users

India TV News  

Tech billionaire, Elon Musk has made a new announcement regarding his social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, now called X. In a recent post on X, Musk stated that the platform would financially support individuals who have faced unfair treatment by their employers due to their posts or likes on the platform. This move comes as X continues to …

X marks the lawsuit: Elon Musk's social media company sues nonprofit highlighting site's hate speech
1 year, 4 months ago

X marks the lawsuit: Elon Musk's social media company sues nonprofit highlighting site's hate speech

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy X, the social media platform …

Elon Musk threatens to sue researchers who documented the rise in hateful tweets
1 year, 4 months ago

Elon Musk threatens to sue researchers who documented the rise in hateful tweets

The Hindu  

X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has threatened to sue a group of independent researchers whose research documented an increase in hate speech on the site since it was purchased last year by Elon Musk. An attorney representing the social media site wrote to the Center for Countering Digital Hate on July 20 threatening legal action over …

Musk threatens to sue researchers who documented the rise in hateful tweets
1 year, 4 months ago

Musk threatens to sue researchers who documented the rise in hateful tweets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has threatened to sue a group of independent researchers whose research documented an increase in hate speech on the site since it was purchased last year by Elon Musk. An attorney representing the social media site wrote to the Center for Countering Digital Hate on July 20 threatening legal …

Twitter commits to safety amidst content concerns
1 year, 5 months ago

Twitter commits to safety amidst content concerns

India TV News  

Linda Yaccarino, the new CEO Twitter has strongly denied a recent report which claims an increase in "hateful, violent, and inaccurate" content on the platform, which is owned by Elon Musk. Yaccarino stated that Twitter has actually made significant progress in addressing harmful content, with the majority of tweets in a user's feed now considered safe. Image Source : FREEPIKTwitter …

Elon Musk put new limits on tweets. Users and advertisers might go elsewhere
1 year, 5 months ago

Elon Musk put new limits on tweets. Users and advertisers might go elsewhere

LA Times  

Elon Musk has put new limits on Twitter, the latest drastic change to the social media platform that could further drive away advertisers and undermine its cultural influence as atrendsetter. But Twitter owner Elon Musk has put new limits on his digital town square, the latest drastic change to the social media platform that could further drive away advertisers and …

Elon Musk is talking about making Twitter even worse
1 year, 6 months ago

Elon Musk is talking about making Twitter even worse

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Gifting the human race an open …

Twitter’s updated hateful content policy restricts reach, but does not enforce full ban
1 year, 8 months ago

Twitter’s updated hateful content policy restricts reach, but does not enforce full ban

The Hindu  

Twitter will no longer remove tweets that violate its hateful content policy, but will instead tag them as having violated the rules of the platform. The new policy is aimed at increasing transparency on enforcement actions, and to promote free speech while restricting its reach – a new approach to content moderation. “These labels bring a new level of transparency …

Shadow banning of Musk's Twitter account : An ‘idiotic algorithm’ behind this
1 year, 9 months ago

Shadow banning of Musk's Twitter account : An ‘idiotic algorithm’ behind this

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk has now revealed that an ‘idiotic algorithm’ of Twitter which shadow banned accounts based on number of blocks had caused his engagement taking a nosedive. Questioning Musk about account shadow banning, a user wrote on Twitter that a change has been introduced in the platform's algorithm to lower visibility of accounts that are blocked/muted by masses. Musk's decision …

Twitter Stops Users From Sending Direct Message On Android, iOS: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

Twitter Stops Users From Sending Direct Message On Android, iOS: Report

ABP News  

Twitter has removed the option to send a direct message to another account directly from a profile page on Android and iOS applications, many users reported. Last week, Twitter Boss Elon Musk had announced that a higher-priced subscription to the microblogging platform with no ads will be available in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, a new whistleblower has reportedly revealed that …

No One on Twitter Is Safe From Elon Musk
54 years, 11 months ago

No One on Twitter Is Safe From Elon Musk

Wired  

Elon Musk’s commitment to near-absolute free speech has collapsed. Journalists have helped keep the platform relevant despite its small size relative to competitors like Facebook: They fuel the platform with free, vetted content when news breaks and speculation and rumors swirl. “Musk is responding to events that affect him personally to reshape that policy and place new limits on what …

Twitter bans several prominent journalists who covered Elon Musk's Twitter shenanigans
2 years ago

Twitter bans several prominent journalists who covered Elon Musk's Twitter shenanigans

Firstpost  

Twitter also banned the account of Mastodon, the social media alternative that’s built momentum since Elon Musk took over. The ban on journalists came about after Twitter suspended the Twitter account of Mastodon, the open-source social media alternative that’s became extremely popular after Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover. Twitter took action against Mastodon after the account linked to the Mastodon page …

Elon Musk says Twitter is rolling out a new feature that will flag ‘shadowbanning.’ It’s complicated
2 years ago

Elon Musk says Twitter is rolling out a new feature that will flag ‘shadowbanning.’ It’s complicated

CNN  

New York CNN — Twitter’s new owner Elon Musk on Thursday said he plans to introduce an option to make it possible for users to determine if the company has limited how many other users can view their posts. Last month, Musk said Twitter’s “new” policy is “freedom of speech, not freedom of reach,” echoing an approach that is something …

As Musk is learning, content moderation is a messy job
2 years ago

As Musk is learning, content moderation is a messy job

Associated Press  

Now that he’s back on Twitter, neo-Nazi Andrew Anglin wants somebody to explain the rules. Days later, it posted an update claiming that “None of our policies have changed.” On Friday, Musk revealed what he said was the inside story of Twitter’s decision in 2020 to limit the spread of a New York Post story about Hunter Biden’s laptop. “Impossible, …

Twitter vs Apple issue resolved, tweets Elon Musk as he meets Tim Cook at iPhone headquarters
2 years ago

Twitter vs Apple issue resolved, tweets Elon Musk as he meets Tim Cook at iPhone headquarters

India TV News  

Elon Musk vs Apple: Twitter's new boss Elon Musk after meeting Apple CEO Tim Cook has said that the issues between them have resolved adding Apple never said it was going to remove Twitter from its App store. After his meeting with Apple CEO Tim Cook, Elon on Thursday said that they have "resolved" misunderstandings over the micro-blogging platform possibly …

Twitter’s dependence on Apple and Google is why Elon Musk makes the first move
2 years ago

Twitter’s dependence on Apple and Google is why Elon Musk makes the first move

Hindustan Times  

Twitter is proving to be more than a handful for Elon Musk, just a month since the billionaire walked into the tech company’s headquarters, forced to complete a $44 billion deal he first mooted earlier in the year and then spent months trying to wriggle out of it. Apple, advertisers, and Musk’s idea of free speech “Apple has also threatened …

Elon Musk is picking a fight with Apple, and no, it has got nothing to do with free speech
2 years ago

Elon Musk is picking a fight with Apple, and no, it has got nothing to do with free speech

Firstpost  

Elon Musk is worried about Apple suspending their ad spending on Twitter. Most of all though, Musk is pissed by Apple’s guidelines for content moderation for apps on App Store. Musk is also targeting Apple for the 30 per cent commission that they charge on transactions that are done through their App Store. https://t.co/LGkPZ4EYcz — Elon Musk November 28, 2022 …

Elon Musk claims Apple threatening to remove Twitter app, says will make phones too if it happens
2 years ago

Elon Musk claims Apple threatening to remove Twitter app, says will make phones too if it happens

India TV News  

Elon Musk vs Apple now: Elon Musk, the new Twitter boss, who remained in the headlines with several non-conventional decisions in the past few months, now appears to be entering in a tussle with iPhone maker Apple. The development comes after Musk claimed that Apple has "threatened to withhold" the micro-blogging platform from its App Store without giving a reason. …

Elon Musk claims Apple threatened to withhold Twitter from its App Store
2 years ago

Elon Musk claims Apple threatened to withhold Twitter from its App Store

India Today  

Twitter CEO Elon Musk has accused Apple Inc of threatening to block Twitter Inc from its app store without saying why. Apple has also threatened to withhold Twitter from its App Store, but won’t tell us why — Elon Musk November 28, 2022 In the latest declaration, Musk said the Twitter Files on free speech suppression soon to be published …

Elon Musk is taking issue with the App Store, but Apple may have the last word
2 years ago

Elon Musk is taking issue with the App Store, but Apple may have the last word

NPR  

Elon Musk is taking issue with the App Store, but Apple may have the last word Twitter CEO Elon Musk is taking issue with the App Store's fees. But if Musk follows through with his plan to welcome back banned Twitter users, Apple could simply remove Twitter from the App Store. And remember, the social media app Parler, once popular …

Elon Musk alleges ‘Apple threatened to yank Twitter from App Store’
2 years ago

Elon Musk alleges ‘Apple threatened to yank Twitter from App Store’

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk accused Apple Inc of threatening to block Twitter Inc from its app store without saying why in a series of tweets on Monday that also said the iPhone maker had stopped advertising on the social media platform. He later tagged Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook's Twitter account in another tweet, asking "what's going on here?" Companies from …

What will Elon Musk do if Apple, Google ban Twitter: What he said
2 years ago

What will Elon Musk do if Apple, Google ban Twitter: What he said

Op India  

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has hinted about launching his own smartphone and operating system in the ‘unlikely’ event that Google and Apple Inc. remove Twitter from their app store. I certainly hope it does not come to that, but, yes, if there is no other choice, I will make an alternative phone — Elon Musk November 25, 2022 While Elon …

Musk says granting ‘amnesty’ to suspended Twitter accounts
2 years ago

Musk says granting ‘amnesty’ to suspended Twitter accounts

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — New Twitter owner Elon Musk said Thursday that he is granting “amnesty” for suspended accounts, which online safety experts predict will spur a rise in harassment, hate speech and misinformation. Reinstating banned accounts could mean bringing back the “worst offenders” including neo-Nazi trolls, people who maliciously posted intimate images of people without their consent and other accounts …

Elon Musk vows to unblock thousands of banned Twitter accounts
2 years, 1 month ago

Elon Musk vows to unblock thousands of banned Twitter accounts

The Telegraph  

Elon Musk has pledged to unblock thousands of previously banned Twitter accounts despite fears over hate speech and misinformation on the social network. The Tesla billionaire held a poll on the social network, offering a “general amnesty to suspended accounts, provided that they have not broken the law or engaged in egregious spam”. Mr Musk has already reinstated the previously …

New Twitter policy is freedom of speech, but not freedom of reach: Elon Musk
2 years, 1 month ago

New Twitter policy is freedom of speech, but not freedom of reach: Elon Musk

The Hindu  

After turning Twitter upside down, Elon Musk on Tuesday tried to clarify his plans for content moderation, a key issue for the future of the influential platform after the departure of advertisers and top executives. Mr. Musk on Friday said he had reinstated certain banned accounts on his site, but added that no decision had been made on welcoming back …

Elon Musk outlines new Twitter policy, says 'negative tweets to be deboosted and demonetised' | Details
2 years, 1 month ago

Elon Musk outlines new Twitter policy, says 'negative tweets to be deboosted and demonetised' | Details

India TV News  

Twitter's new policy: Ever since Elon Musk took control of Twitter, he is trying different options to revamp the microblogging site. On Friday, November 18, he outlined a new policy saying Twitter will deboost, demonetise and not promote tweets containing hate speech or negative content. You won’t find the tweet unless you specifically seek it out, which is no different …

Elon Musk says Twitter will permanently ban users who impersonate others
2 years, 1 month ago

Elon Musk says Twitter will permanently ban users who impersonate others

Live Mint  

Elon Musk is cracking down on people who impersonate others on Twitter, tightening policies and banning celebrities including Kathy Griffin who had posed as him. Representatives for Mr. Musk, Ms. Silverman, Ms. Griffin and Twitter didn’t immediately return requests for comment Monday. Mr. Musk said on Twitter Sunday that he hadn’t banned an account that tracks his private jet because …

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