X blew up its own platform with a new location feature

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Elon Musk's X introduced a new 'About This Account' feature revealing account origins and username changes.
The feature exposed many pro-MAGA accounts as being based in foreign countries like Nigeria, Russia, and India.
Some accounts were found to be spreading misinformation while posing as American patriots.
Users reported inaccuracies in the location data, with some accounts incorrectly labeled.
The rollout led to political point-scoring, with accusations of fake news and unreliable reporting.
X's platform has been criticized for enabling fake accounts and fostering a toxic information ecosystem.
The feature highlights how social media amplifies culture wars and misinformation.
Experts argue that platforms like X prioritize engagement over truth, leading to disordered discourse.
The situation underscores the broader issue of fakery and manipulation across social media.
A rational response would be for users to disengage, but this seems unlikely given current trends.

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