X's Solution to the Bots Issue
X is developing a new tool to help users identify real and fake accounts.
The "About this account" feature will display basic details such as location, account age, and username changes.
X Head of Product Nikita Bier announced the feature, which will first appear on X staff profiles.
- Location of the user
- Account age
- Number of username changes
The goal is to help users judge the trustworthiness of the information source.
This move comes amid the ongoing issue of fake and automated accounts spreading misinformation.
Musk has complained about bots distorting engagement numbers and making it harder to track real users.
Author's summary: X introduces a new tool to tackle fake accounts.