X Makes User Likes Private, Raising Accountability Concerns
The social media platform's latest update aims to enhance user privacy, but experts warn it could diminish transparency and public scrutiny.
- X, formerly known as Twitter, now hides user likes to increase privacy.
- Users can see their own likes, but others cannot view them.
- The change may hinder public accountability for politicians and celebrities.
- Experts argue it could obscure bot activity and reduce content transparency.
- Some users welcome the privacy, while others worry about misinformation.