Elon Musk wants to turn tweets into 'X's,' but changing language is not so simple
Elon Musk may want to send "tweet" back to the birds, but the ubiquitous term for posting on the site he now calls X is here to stay — at least for now.
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Elon Musk may want to send "tweet" back to the birds, but the ubiquitous term for posting on the site he now calls X is here to stay — at least for now.
Elon Musk, who has long had a fascination with the letter X, is taking another step in turning the social platform into an "everything app."
Fueling Threads' rapid growth has been Meta's use of Instagram as a springboard to sign up new users, along with what many Threads users have identified as a dissatisfaction with Twitter.
The CEO of Facebook's parent company is trying to position Threads as a direct challenger to Twitter.
Twitter alleges Meta hired former employees of the blogging platform and tapped trade secrets to develop new Threads service.
Some are calling it a "Twitter killer"
The social media company debuted the new service on July 5, a day earlier than expected. It also has a sneaky way to get a download.
Only those who pay to be verified will be able to use it.
The change will go into effect in a month
The launch comes after Twitter announced a slate of restrictions on the app
The daily limit varies depending on whether you had a verified or unverified account.
CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks about Gov. Ron DeSantis' announcement to run for president.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a campaign launch event on Twitter with the site's CEO Elon Musk, but it did not go according to plan.
The billionaire Tesla and Twitter boss reproaches what he calls "laptop class" for working from home.
The billionaire said he will transition to executive chairman and chief technology officer of the social network.
Adding calls and encrypted messaging could allow Twitter to compete with Mark Zuckerberg's Meta
"There aren't many platforms left that allow free speech," the controversial anchor said of the move.
Miami -Dade Police tweeted that they are aware of the situation that occurred at Dadeland Mall and that no shots were fired.
In the video, Carlson made no mention of Fox News or the reasons behind his departure from the network, where he was its most-watched anchor.
Now, users have to pay $8 per month to keep their verification, but three celebrities were able to keep those checks without forking over cash. That's because Musk says he's paying for them.
Users now have to pay $8 a month for authentication.
The news organization said the social media network is "falsely implying that we are not editorially independent."
Elon Musk wants users to pay to play
Researchers have uncovered a network of tens of thousands of fake Twitter accounts created to support former President Donald Trump and attack his critics and potential rivals.
Twitter has unveiled a new policy on violent speech that expands restrictions on some types of threats uttered on its platform, including new prohibitions on using coded language to incite violence indirectly as well as a ban on wishing harm on others and on making direct threats against physical infrastructure.
Joshua Joseph Notarianni, of Naples, is facing three charges, including prostitution proceeds.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
George Pino appeared in court for a hearing on Thursday morning, where he surrendered himself to the authorities.
Two Palm Beach County deputies died and a third is fighting for his life after they were hit by an SUV Thursday morning.
According to Miami-Dade Police, the couple was involved in a verbal dispute that escalated into a physical fight.
Joshua Joseph Notarianni, of Naples, is facing three charges, including prostitution proceeds.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
George Pino appeared in court for a hearing on Thursday morning, where he surrendered himself to the authorities.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Four men chosen by President-elect Donald Trump for top positions have been accused of varying degrees of sexual misconduct.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
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Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, have gathered for his funeral in England.
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.