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X's New Feature Reveals Profile Locations, Sparks Criticism

11/28/2025

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X Enhances Account Transparency

X introduced a new 'about this account' tab displaying location data for profiles, which may reflect travel and VPN use.
X claimed 99% accuracy for this data, with India-based TRUMP_ARMY_ and Nigeria-based IvankaNews_ cited as examples.
Some accounts claiming to support Scottish independence are linked to Iran.
Critics say the blue tick verification system mainly serves revenue rather than genuine verification.

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Trump Promotes Controversial Accounts

A new feature on X shows several MAGA accounts that claim U.S. bases are operated from countries such as Nigeria, India, and Eastern Europe.
U.S. President Donald Trump continues to promote these accounts, including one with more than 500,000 followers based in India that has ties to individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
Responses to Trump's posts have included calls to bar foreign-born citizens from holding office.

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X Enhances Account Transparency

X introduced a new 'about this account' tab displaying location data for profiles, which may reflect travel and VPN use.
X claimed 99% accuracy for this data, with India-based TRUMP_ARMY_ and Nigeria-based IvankaNews_ cited as examples.
Some accounts claiming to support Scottish independence are linked to Iran.
Critics say the blue tick verification system mainly serves revenue rather than genuine verification.

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