Twitter's biggest users refuse to pay for blue checkmarks
After Elon Musk announced removing Twitter's verified legacy users on April 1, many known celebrities and personalities have refused to pay $8/month for a verified check mark next to their name. In Musk's new scheme, users will be compelled to subscribe to an $8 subscription to earn the privilege of receiving a blue badge, regardless of who they are. According to the micro-blogging site's CEO, 42,000 'notable' users on the platform were stripped off their verification badge yesterday. Many personalities like NBA star, LeBron James and William Shatner, have tweeted their decision to not opt for the new verification programme. Hey @elonmusk what’s this about blue check s going away unless we pay Twitter? I’ve been here for 15 years giving my ⏰ & witty thoughts all for bupkis. Now you’re telling me that I have to pay for something you gave me for free? What is this-the Colombia Records & Tape Club?🙄 — William Shat...