Elon Musk's X Alters Block Feature, Allowing Blocked Users to View Posts

The controversial update enables blocked accounts to see public posts, raising concerns over user safety and privacy.

The new block feature on X allows blocked users to view the public posts of the accounts that blocked them but prevents interaction such as liking or commenting.
Elon Musk's rationale for the change is to increase transparency, claiming that blocking can be misused to hide harmful content about blocked users.
Critics argue the update could facilitate stalking and harassment, posing risks to vulnerable users and victims of abuse.
The change may conflict with app store guidelines, which require social media platforms to offer tools to block abusive users.
The update has prompted some users to leave X for alternative platforms like Bluesky and Threads, which maintain traditional blocking features.