Twitter Blue signups unavailable after raft of fake accounts

For advertisers, the fake accounts could be the last straw as Musk’s rocky run atop the platform — laying off half the workforce and triggering high-profile departures — raises questions about its survivability.

Latest on Twitter's verification controversy

Getting a blue checkmark on Twitter just got a lot easier, but it will cost you. Twitter launched a subscription service for $8 a month that includes the checkmark used for verified accounts. It's the latest move by new owner Elon Musk as he continues to overhaul the social media platform.

Twitter begins widespread layoffs; class action suit filed

Twitter began widespread layoffs Friday as new owner Elon Musk overhauls the social platform and some employees filed a class action lawsuit alleging not enough time was given to them before getting the boot.