Musk’s X Marks the Spot Where Accounts Are Based

Bloomberg TechnologyWednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00:01 PM
Musk’s X Marks the Spot Where Accounts Are Based
  • X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, has introduced a new feature called 'About this account' that reveals the country of origin for user profiles, enhancing transparency about user locations. This initiative aims to clarify the origins of accounts, particularly those labeled as 'US,' which may actually be operated from abroad.
  • This development is significant for X as it seeks to bolster user accountability and trust on the platform, especially in an era where misinformation and foreign influence are critical concerns for social media companies.
  • The introduction of this feature has sparked discussions about the authenticity of online identities and the implications for political discourse, as many accounts claiming to be based in the U.S. are found to be foreign-run, raising questions about the influence of such accounts on public opinion and political movements.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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