Elon Musk’s X to clamp down on parody accounts

X is implementing stricter rules for parody accounts, requiring them to use key words like “fake” or “parody” in their names and use different images from the accounts they impersonate. This change aims to reduce confusion and impersonation on the platform, particularly with accounts mimicking Elon Musk. Users have welcomed the move, as many parody accounts engage in misleading activities, such as promoting cryptocurrency and fake giveaways. The platform previously introduced labels for parody accounts and a blue tick verification system, but their effectiveness has been disputed, with the EU criticizing the latter for potentially deceiving users.

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