The Power of the Checkmark in Social Media Today Elon Musk's... by Mohammed Essaid MEZERREGThe Power of the Checkmark in Social Media Today Elon Musk's... by Mohammed Essaid MEZERREG
The Power of the Checkmark in Social Media Today Elon Musk's...
Elon Musk's paid verification on X (formerly Twitter) in Nov 2022 was mocked as a cash grab for the $44B buyout. Critics: chaotic, fake accounts surged, legacy badges stripped from celebs/journalists, backlash ensued.
Fast-forward: proven model emulated widely. Meta's Verified for IG/FB in early 2023 ($11.99/mo web, $14.99 mobile) bundles visibility, support, anti-impersonation—like X Premium.
Some decry shift from authenticity to pay-to-play, but revenue's huge: X fights spam, boosts creators, sustains amid ad dips; Meta sees strong uptake.
Trend: verification drives monetization/retention. Laughter to imitation, reshaping social media.
In Contra, it's the same with the Pro Badge. I think Contra will shape freelancing platforms.
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Posted Oct 28, 2025
The Power of the Checkmark in Social Media Today
Elon Musk's paid verification on X (formerly Twitter) in Nov 2022 was mocked as a cash grab for the $44B buy...