Elon Musk Hints at Possible Monthly Fee for Twitter (X) Users

Elon Musk, the owner of the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, now called X, has suggested the introduction of a monthly fee for all users. This move is aimed at reducing the presence of automated bots on the platform.

Musk, who acquired the platform for $44 billion in October last year, has been implementing various changes since taking over. These changes include significant layoffs, the introduction of a paid premium option, reduction in content moderation, and the reinstatement of previously banned accounts, including former U.S. President Donald Trump.

In July, Musk revealed that the platform had experienced a roughly 50% drop in advertising revenue

Bots, which are automated accounts run by computer programs, are a common issue on X. They are often used to artificially amplify political messages or promote hate speech.

During a recent conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Musk addressed the issue of online anti-Semitism and the platform's efforts to combat the use of bots to spread harmful content. Musk mentioned that the company is considering implementing a small monthly fee for using the X platform as a way to deter the proliferation of bots. He explained that even a minor fee would significantly increase the effective cost of running bots, as users would need a new payment method for each bot.

Currently, X offers a Premium subscription option that costs $8 per month in the United States, with varying charges based on the user's location.

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