#x-platform

#x-platform

A new feature rolled out on the social media platform X has set off waves of finger-pointing by suggesting that many account holders may not be physically located where users assume they are. Late last week, X, which is owned by Elon Musk, added more information to most accounts, including some that could provide clues on where the account user is located.

It began when Nikita Bier, X's head of product, posted on Saturday that the platform had rolled out a change intended to increase transparency: an "About This Account" page that, among other things, reveals the country or region where a user's account is based. The company announced plans for the feature in October. "This is an important first step to securing the integrity of the global town square.

"The contents of an encrypted direct message are always encrypted, including any links, media, or files. Reactions to encrypted direct messages are also encrypted..."