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Because an "X" tag would be too confusing and weird.

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Goodbye, Twitter. Here's everything that went wrong

Understand the closed-source and centralized nature of Twitter and its impact on freedom. Explore the consequences of a restrictive API and the loss of ownership. Learn about issues in biometrics, data mining, and surveillance. Discover the limitations of controlling your social graph and the invasive nature of ads. Delve into the anti-free speech and anti-net neutrality practices. Say goodbye to Twitter/X and embrace a better future.

12 October 2023
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Twitter/X revenue sharing is bait. Don't take it

Sharing ad revenue with users is just a phase in what remains an inherently flawed business model.

29 August 2023
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How to hide your Twitter following and why you should do it

Amidst discussions of shifting to decentralized social media, let's delve into hiding Twitter followers as a step toward escaping vanity metrics and advocating for user-centric platforms, promoting genuine connections over superficial engagement.

21 November 2022
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