NEW YORK, USA – X, previously known as Twitter, has started compensating Nigerian creators and influencers for their content through its ad revenue-sharing model.
Payments have been dispersed to verified users both within Nigeria and globally who have met the required criteria in terms of content engagement and impressions.
As a result, “Twitter Blue” has been a leading trending topic, accumulating over 513,000 posts on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Elon Musk, the present owner of X, highlighted that advertising revenues would be disbursed solely to those creators whose posts attract ads in the associated reply threads.
A lot of people have told you how to sign up for X ad revenue and start earning but that’s not where it ends. The main work is in audience retention. You can tweet the best thoughts, have lots of followers and not get decent impressions.
As you plan to start earning on Twitter,…
— A Distinguished Field Marshal ⚡️ (@General_Oluchi) August 9, 2023
Furthermore, creators need to subscribe to ‘Twitter Blue’ to be eligible for this initiative.
The payment proofs were not hidden as numerous elated creators exhibited their receipts online on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, and extended their gratitude towards Elon Musk for the innovative move.
The reactions from influencers and creators have been overwhelmingly positive, seeing it as a step forward in recognizing and monetizing their digital contributions.
Y'all Asked for Evidence, Twitter blue👌 I'm richer than Wizkid and davido pic.twitter.com/VVLGDQWZur
— DIVINE T🇳🇬🇨🇦 (@Folasheycrown22) August 8, 2023
Sarkodie buys Twitter Blue again after realizing Elon Musk is paying. Kabs no dey give small money chance pic.twitter.com/COpr7jwxB6
— Twilight (@the_marcoli_boy) August 8, 2023
please DO NOT sign up for twitter blue I’m so serious I did it so y’all don’t have to pic.twitter.com/doidJ73q9S
— SALINA (@REDSEASHAWTY) August 8, 2023
This move not only incentivizes content creation but also underscores the platform’s commitment to ensuring that creative efforts are duly rewarded.
While this step has been celebrated, it also sparks a conversation about how social media platforms are evolving to share revenue with their users and the future of monetized content on such platforms.
Battle of the Billionaires: Mark Zuckerberg Taunts Elon Musk Ahead of Cage Match
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has taken a playful jab at Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s recent announcement about the proposed cage match between the two tech billionaires.
In a post on Threads, Meta’s answer to social media platform X, Zuckerberg questioned Musk’s decision to live stream the event on X.
“Shouldn’t we use a more reliable platform that can raise money for charity?” he quipped on Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Zuckerberg’s riposte followed Musk’s declaration that the fight, aiming to raise funds for veterans’ charities, would be aired live on his platform.
The proposition of the charity bout has been a recurrent topic of conversation between the pair since Musk initially suggested the idea in June, responding to a post about Threads.
Zuckerberg responded with a concise “Send Me Location” in an Instagram story, demonstrating his willingness.
The proposed tech titan face-off has generated considerable attention and amused banter on social media, inspiring a flurry of memes and “choose your fighter” posts.
Musk added fuel to the fire on Sunday, August 6, 2023, with a post on X, stating, “Am lifting weights throughout the day, preparing for the fight. Don’t have time to work out, so I bring them to work.”
A seemingly fitting reply to Musk’s boast came in the form of a photograph captured last month showing Zuckerberg training with Nigerian-New Zealand mixed martial artist, Israel Adesanya.
Known for his impressive 24-2 record in his Ultimate Fighting Championship career, Adesanya’s involvement hints at Zuckerberg’s serious preparation for the potential showdown.
While the anticipation builds, the exact date of the cage match is still uncertain.
Musk disclosed on Sunday, August 6, 2023, that an upcoming surgery might delay the fight, promising an update after undergoing an MRI of his neck and upper back.
As the tech world waits with bated breath, the potential for a Zuckerberg vs. Musk showdown continues to stir excitement and speculation.
