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X Blocks Signal Links, Sparking User Outrage

2/17/2025

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Story summary

Elon Musk's platform, X, is now blocking links to Signal.me, causing frustration among users who encounter error messages labeling the site as spam. This move follows a pattern of restricting other social media links. As federal workers turn to Signal for secure communication amidst budget cuts, links to Signal.org remain accessible, highlighting the ongoing battle for digital communication freedom.

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Story summary

Elon Musk's platform, X, is now blocking links to Signal.me, causing frustration among users who encounter error messages labeling the site as spam. This move follows a pattern of restricting other social media links. As federal workers turn to Signal for secure communication amidst budget cuts, links to Signal.org remain accessible, highlighting the ongoing battle for digital communication freedom.