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  • How to become rich on X aka Twitter? Product head Nikita Bier reveals the secret sauce

    X’s product head Nikita Bier shares a simple “playbook” to build influence and wealth on the platform—post daily insights in your niche for six months to become a recognized expert.

  • Austrian economist's X account banned after 'dismantle India' post draws flak

    Austrian economist's X account banned after 'dismantle India' post draws flak

    His post drew condemnation from Indian political leaders and netizens after he shared a map depicting Indian territories belonging to Pakistan, Khalistan, Nepal and Bangladesh.

  • X’s falling Android downloads drag subscription revenue despite iOS growth

    X’s falling Android downloads drag subscription revenue despite iOS growth

    X’s Android app downloads fell 44 per cent year-over-year in July 2025, dragging overall mobile downloads and subscription revenue down. While iOS downloads continue to grow, Android issues and competition from Grok are challenging X’s ability to maintain its paying user base.

  • Google, Meta, X summoned by Parliament panel on women’s cyber safety

    Google, Meta, X summoned by Parliament panel on women’s cyber safety

    Panel to question tech giants and MeitY officials on tackling cyber crimes against women

  • Elon Musk’s X borrows 3 major WhatsApp features: All the details

    Elon Musk’s X borrows 3 major WhatsApp features: All the details

    Elon Musk’s X now lets you react with emojis, mention users in group chats, see typing indicators, and more—just like WhatsApp.

  • Internet is no longer what it was: Solicitor General defends India’s takedown regime in X case

    Internet is no longer what it was: Solicitor General defends India’s takedown regime in X case

    Tushar Mehta tells Karnataka High Court that the internet’s scale and misuse demand urgent regulation

  • MeitY has 'chosen easy' path to pass content takedown orders: X Corp in Karnataka High Court

    MeitY has 'chosen easy' path to pass content takedown orders: X Corp in Karnataka High Court

    MeitY is using informal takedown mechanisms to avoid oversight under Section 69A, X tells Karnataka High Court.

  • 'Stuck in limbo': Over 90% of X's Community Notes unpublished: Study

    'Stuck in limbo': Over 90% of X's Community Notes unpublished: Study

    'For a program marketed as fast, scalable, and transparent, these figures should raise serious concerns,' the study by the Digital Democracy Institute of the Americas (DDIA) stated.

  • Why Linda Yaccarino quit as X CEO after just 2 years: 5 big reasons

    Why Linda Yaccarino quit as X CEO after just 2 years: 5 big reasons

    Linda Yaccarino’s exit from Elon Musk’s X, just two years after taking over as CEO, has surprised many. While she put on a confident front at high-profile events like the Cannes Lions festival, the reality behind the scenes was far more complicated. Here are five reasons that led to her decision to leave:

  • Elon Musk's X says Indian government ordered ban on 2,355 accounts, including Reuters account

    Elon Musk's X says Indian government ordered ban on 2,355 accounts, including Reuters account

    MeitY had stated that it has not asked the social media platform X to withhold the account of Reuters

  • 'Seems to be a confusion...': Govt denies directions to block Reuters account on X

    'Seems to be a confusion...': Govt denies directions to block Reuters account on X

    The ministry of electronics and information technology said there seems to be a 'confusion or a technical issue' on the part of X

  • 'If every Tom, Dick, and Harry...': Govt, X spar over lawyer's remark for govt officials

    'If every Tom, Dick, and Harry...': Govt, X spar over lawyer's remark for govt officials

    The remarks were made during a hearing on the US firm's challenge to a government-run website it says is a 'censorship portal'

  • App creator Nikita Bier joins as new head of product at X, Elon Musk confirms

    App creator Nikita Bier joins as new head of product at X, Elon Musk confirms

    Since early 2024, Bier has been quietly embedded at xAI, Musk’s AI arm, working on product features that integrate artificial intelligence into X.

  • X user shares honest review after taking 3 Tesla Robotaxi rides on launch day

    X user shares honest review after taking 3 Tesla Robotaxi rides on launch day

    Farzad did point out a few minor suggestions, the app is easy to use but could improve, like allowing users to drop a pin anywhere or change the route mid-trip.

  • 'World War 3', 'Death to America,' 'President Obama' trends on X after Trump bombed Iran

    'World War 3', 'Death to America,' 'President Obama' trends on X after Trump bombed Iran

    As Donald Trump confirms Iran strikes, X explodes with conflict related chants and trending hashtags. Here's unpacking the viral posts, fact-checks, and political history behind the escalation.

  • X app coming to Mac and Windows, Elon Musk says

    X app coming to Mac and Windows, Elon Musk says

    This means users will soon be able to access X through a dedicated app on their laptops and desktops, rather than using it only through web browsers.

  • Al-Qaeda, other US-designated terror groups paying Elon Musk's X for blue tick benefits, watchdog report claims

    Al-Qaeda, other US-designated terror groups paying Elon Musk's X for blue tick benefits, watchdog report claims

    The report raises serious legal, ethical, and national security questions, especially for a platform that claims to be a global hub for “free speech.”

  • X Global Affairs account withheld in India after government orders blocking of 8,000 accounts

    X Global Affairs account withheld in India after government orders blocking of 8,000 accounts

    According to X, the Indian government had demanded that access to accounts belonging to international news organizations and well-known figures on the platform be blocked.

  • EU prepares billion-dollar fine against Elon Musk’s X over disinformation law violations

    EU prepares billion-dollar fine against Elon Musk’s X over disinformation law violations

    The European Union plans to fine Elon Musk’s X over $1 billion for violating its digital content laws, escalating tensions with the Trump administration.

  • Elon Musk's X opposes mandatory Sahyog Portal registration, calls it a ‘censorship portal’

    Elon Musk's X opposes mandatory Sahyog Portal registration, calls it a ‘censorship portal’

    Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta, appearing for the government, said that all intermediaries operating in India must follow local regulations

  • GrokAI is now available on Telegram: Here’s how you can access it

    GrokAI is now available on Telegram: Here’s how you can access it

    Now, users can chat with Grok without opening X. This makes it easier to get AI-powered answers anytime, anywhere.

  • Centre to challenge Elon Musk-owned X’s lawsuit over IT Act, Sahyog Portal

    Centre to challenge Elon Musk-owned X’s lawsuit over IT Act, Sahyog Portal

    In its petition, X Corp said that the government is misinterpreting Section 79(3)(b) to issue takedown orders that do not adhere to the procedures prescribed under Section 69A

  • Shraddha Kapoor’s X account sparks hacking rumours after cryptic post leaves fans confused

    Shraddha Kapoor’s X account sparks hacking rumours after cryptic post leaves fans confused

    Shraddha Kapoor's fans were left confused late Tuesday night after a mysterious post appeared on her X (formerly Twitter) account. The message, “Easy $28. GG!” sparked speculation, with many wondering if her account had been hacked. The cryptic post quickly gained attention across social media platforms.

  • Elon Musk's X sues India over 'unlawful' censorship via Sahyog Portal and IT Act

    Elon Musk's X sues India over 'unlawful' censorship via Sahyog Portal and IT Act

    X Corp, in the petition, argues that authorities are invoking Section 79(3)(b) as a means to impose content takedowns while sidestepping the procedural requirements set forth in Section 69A.

  • Elon Musk’s X raises almost $1 billion in new equity funding

    Elon Musk’s X raises almost $1 billion in new equity funding

    Musk himself participated in the equity raise, said some of the people, all of whom asked not to be identified discussing private information

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