Summary
X, formerly known as Twitter and owned by Elon Musk, has introduced a new feature called "About This Account" that shows the location information of its users. This update aims to increase transparency and reduce misinformation, but it raises concerns about users' safety and privacy.
Key Facts
- X is a social media platform previously known as Twitter, owned by Elon Musk.
- The new feature, "About This Account," lets users see the country or region where an account is based.
- This feature is available globally and can be accessed by clicking the signup date on user profiles.
- The update aims to increase transparency and fight misinformation, especially from automated accounts ("bots").
- Users generally cannot hide their location information, except in some regions with free speech restrictions.
- Concerns have been raised that the feature could compromise users' safety and privacy by revealing their location.
- Some experts worry that the feature might endanger users, especially in sensitive regions like Gaza.
