These "temporary limits," as Musk described them, are a response to "extreme levels of data scraping and system manipulation." The time frame for when these restrictions would be lifted remains unspecified.
These "temporary limits," as Musk described them, are a response to "extreme levels of data scraping and system manipulation." The time frame for when these restrictions would be lifted remains unspecified.
In addition, Musk affirmed on Friday that, as a "temporary emergency measure," users must now log in to browse the social media platform. "We were getting data pillaged so much that it was degrading service for normal users!" he tweeted.
In another change, verified users are required to pay Twitter $8 a month to retain their verification badge. This is one of many controversial adjustments Musk has introduced since purchasing Twitter last October, including the newly launched Twitter Blue subscription service.
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