On September 29, 2023, Twitter, the platform that documented our lives in tweets of 280 characters or less, will officially become something new. Elon Musk has taken over the helm and is making us forget the time before Twitter. The signs on the digital horizon are already clearly visible. The changes will upend our online habits.

The fall of the “tweet”

It's an unprecedented change that is dividing the Twitter community: the end of "tweeting." The word “retweet” will be replaced by “repost” and the iconic “tweet” itself will disappear from Twitter’s terms of service. Instead, we need to get used to “posts.” Yes, you heard that right, the age of “tweets” is over and Elon Musk is introducing us to the era of “posts”. But that is not all.

The riddle of “X”

Elon Musk has changed not only the words but also the entire look of Twitter. The word “Twitter” has largely been replaced by “X,” and even in website URLs, “Twitter” is gradually disappearing. But one mystery is still keeping the Twitter community in suspense: the website X.com still redirects to twitter.com. When will the transition to “X” be completed? Nobody knows for sure, but change is unstoppable.

The security of memories

One of the biggest fears among Twitter users is that old content and tweets could disappear with the change. However, Elon Musk has assured that he will do everything to ensure that users' digital memories are preserved and can continue to be integrated into other websites. Twitter's past will not simply be deleted, but will be integrated into the new "X".

What does this mean for the Twitter community?

The changes coming to Twitter are huge. The platform we have come to know and love so well will no longer be the same. The change from “tweet” to “post” may seem trivial, but it symbolizes a profound change in digital communication. The question is: How will the Twitter community react to this?

A divided reaction

Opinions about these changes are divided. Some Twitter users are welcoming the freshness that Elon Musk's "X" brings, seeing it as an opportunity for a break from the past and a fresh start. Others, however, fear the loss of the familiar and the uncertainty that comes with this radical change.

Conclusion: A new chapter for social media

The changes, which come into effect on September 29th, undoubtedly mark a new chapter in the world of social media. Elon Musk has projected his vision of “X” on Twitter and is leaving the past behind. It will be exciting to see how the Twitter community responds to this change and how our digital lives will change in the coming months and years.

One thing is for sure: the tweets disappear, but the memories remain. It's probably time to prepare for "X" and be ready to help shape the future of social media.

Would you like to always stay up to date and read more exciting articles? Sign up for the Mimikama newsletter and discover our media education offering to deepen your online knowledge. Your data, your decision.

Source:

The Verge

You may also be interested in:
When your digital self is kidnapped
“UnGANable” revealed: Revolutionary protection against deepfakes
Let’s protect our children online: The shocking truth about sharenting


If you enjoyed this post and value the importance of well-founded information, become part of the exclusive Mimikama Club! Support our work and help us promote awareness and combat misinformation. As a club member you receive:

📬 Special Weekly Newsletter: Get exclusive content straight to your inbox.
🎥 Exclusive video* “Fact Checker Basic Course”: Learn from Andre Wolf how to recognize and combat misinformation.
📅 Early access to in-depth articles and fact checks: always be one step ahead.
📄 Bonus articles, just for you: Discover content you won't find anywhere else.
📝 Participation in webinars and workshops : Join us live or watch the recordings.
✔️ Quality exchange: Discuss safely in our comment function without trolls and bots.

Join us and become part of a community that stands for truth and clarity. Together we can make the world a little better!

* In this special course, Andre Wolf will teach you how to recognize and effectively combat misinformation. After completing the video, you have the opportunity to join our research team and actively participate in the education - an opportunity that is exclusively reserved for our club members!


Notes:
1) This content reflects the current state of affairs at the time of publication. The reproduction of individual images, screenshots, embeds or video sequences serves to discuss the topic. 2) Individual contributions were created through the use of machine assistance and were carefully checked by the Mimikama editorial team before publication. ( Reason )