In a surprising move, X, formerly known as Twitter, has begun reinstating the iconic blue verification badge to select accounts with large followings. This development comes almost a year after these badges were removed from numerous influential accounts, marking a significant shift in the platform's approach to verification.
X appears to be rolling out this change in response to an announcement made by platform owner Elon Musk in late March. Musk declared that accounts with over 2,500 verified subscriber followers would receive X Premium features for free, while those with over 5,000 verified subscriber followers would enjoy X Premium+ features. One of the key features included in these premium packages is the reinstatement of the blue check mark, a symbol synonymous with credibility and authenticity on social media platforms.
