Some X users may quit the app due to Elon Musk’s suggestion of possibly putting it behind a paywall, as they believe he wants to destroy the platform.
Some X users may quit the app due to Elon Musk's suggestion of possibly putting it behind a paywall, as they believe he wants to destroy the platform.
Elon Musk Considers Putting X Behind a Paywall: A Potential Shakeup for the Platform
In the latest twist in the ongoing saga of X, Elon Musk has hinted at the possibility of placing the platform behind a paywall. During a livestreamed conversation with Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, Musk revealed his motivations behind this potential move. He cited the need to combat armies of bots as the primary reason for considering a small monthly fee for using the platform.
While the idea of a paywall for X is not entirely new, Musk’s recent comments have sparked both support and criticism from users. Some are worried that this decision may mark the beginning of a decline for the platform. One particular user stated, “There really is no doubt that he simply wants to kill the platform.” Another went as far as declaring the platform “dead,” emphasizing their unwillingness to pay for what they view as Musk’s “space vanity-project scam.”
Critics also argue that implementing a paywall may hinder free speech and citizen journalism in certain countries, contradicting Musk’s claims of supporting these principles. Comedian Chelsea Hart expressed concern that charging for the platform could silence individuals in countries facing international sanctions. They suggested that the most vulnerable among us would suffer as a result.
In response to the potential paywall, some users have threatened to leave X altogether. Bradley Wall, a user with a significant following, announced that if a paywall were implemented, he would quit the platform. “I just want you all to know I’ve loved connecting with you, sharing my thoughts and my adventures,” he wrote. “But sadly, I will not be paying a single cent to this app.” Another user echoed this sentiment, asserting that social media should remain accessible to all users, and if that were to change, they would permanently move to another platform.
It remains unclear whether Musk’s comments foreshadow an imminent policy change for all X users. However, the discussion surrounding a paywall suggests the possibility of an evolving business model for the platform. It is worth noting that Musk had previously discussed this idea with venture capitalist David Sacks, indicating that it has been on his mind for some time.
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Representatives for X have not yet responded to inquiries regarding Musk’s comments. As users eagerly await clarification on the platform’s future, it remains to be seen how this potential shift towards a paywall will impact X’s user base and overall functionality.