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X experiments with showing more information about profiles to fight inauthentic engagement

X, formerly Twitter, struggles with fake accounts and deceptive practices. The platform's paid verification system has worsened these issues by amplifying untrustworthy accounts. To combat this, X is testing a new feature named "about this account." This feature mimics Facebook's "page transparency" tool. It will reveal details such as account creation date, location, username changes, and connections. The intention is to help users assess the authenticity of content and identify potential scams. This information will help users recognize common deceptive behaviours, like handle changes after account compromises. The "about this account" feature has the potential to help users confirm the identities of accounts. Initially, the feature will be accessible on a select few official X team member profiles. The feedback received will determine broader implementation plans.
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