X has introduced a new History tab that brings together bookmarks, likes, watched videos, and read articles in a single hub. The update turns the app further into a save-it-for-later destination, making it easier to revisit what you’ve engaged with across posts, media, and articles without hunting through multiple sections.
Ameesha Patel sparked a major online reaction with a late-night X thread of seven posts. She accused other actresses of using “fake PR machinery” to appear bigger than they are, and took aim at younger stars. The remarks quickly drew attention and debate across social media as users weighed in on what’s fair, what’s targeted, and how celebrity PR actually works.
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VCK’s official X account appears to have been suspended during the political turmoil in Tamil Nadu. Reports say the action happened shortly after the party posted support for Vijay Thalapathy to form a government. The sudden timing is fueling speculation online about whether the suspension was connected to the post and its political implications for the ongoing crisis.
Even after West Bengal’s Assembly was officially dissolved and the BJP’s landslide win became clear, Mamata Banerjee kept presenting herself as Chief Minister on X. The continued use of the “Honourable CM” identity spotlights a clash between constitutional outcomes and social media optics, raising questions about defiance, timing, and control of the political narrative.
Paris prosecutors have opened a formal judicial investigation into Elon Musk and X, prompted by allegations of algorithmic misconduct and questionable data reporting. The inquiry will involve judicial oversight and was launched after Musk reportedly missed an important court summons. Authorities say the scope covers both Musk and the X platform, raising fresh legal pressure on the company.
French regulators have opened an investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X, focusing on allegations ranging from political meddling and Holocaust denial to the distribution of child sexual abuse materials. Musk declined to attend a voluntary interview, but the inquiry is continuing and will proceed without his cooperation.
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Elon Musk has reached a civil settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission over delayed disclosures of his initial Twitter, now X, purchases. Under the terms, a trust in Musk’s name will pay a $1.5 million fine. Musk did not admit wrongdoing, and the agreement ends a long-running dispute with regulators.
As X winds down its Communities feature, Acorn is rolling out an alternative built for organizations that want more control over their online spaces. Using decentralized technology, Acorn promises customizable feeds, moderation tools, and analytics—so creators and community owners can shape how content is organized and governed.
West Bengal’s 2026 Assembly election results have sparked more than political debate—social media is roaring with memes. On X, users remix moments from popular shows like Panchayat, add playful “Dhurandhar” references, and react to early trends showing BJP gaining ground. The joke-flood quickly spread across conversations on other states’ poll updates too.
X is rolling out a rebuilt advertising platform powered by AI, aiming to accelerate revenue growth after a challenging stretch. The company says the update is designed to improve how ads are delivered and targeted, leveraging AI to increase performance. The rollout signals a renewed push to strengthen ad business and regain advertiser confidence.
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Riteish Deshmukh has condemned what he called unacceptable remarks by Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, popularly known as Bageshwar Baba, about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Posting on X, the actor said the “distorted nonsense” being spewed about a cherished deity is infuriating. His message comes amid mounting public backlash and intense reactions over the controversy.
A dormant X account that posted once in 2023 resurfaced online after a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association gala dinner. Netizens are linking the account’s “Cole Allen” tweet to the gunman, sparking conspiracy theories about how the account may be connected. Authorities have not confirmed any link, leaving questions as speculation spreads.
X has launched XChat, a new stand-alone iOS app focused on messaging features. The app highlights private chats, disappearing messages, and built-in audio and video calling. It positions the service as a more self-contained alternative within the X ecosystem, aiming to deliver privacy-forward communication and richer real-time interaction.
The Delhi High Court has ordered the immediate removal of social media posts and videos showing or referencing recent court proceedings involving Arvind Kejriwal and other senior AAP leaders. In its direction, the court asked major platforms including X, Google, and Meta to take down the viral content related to the April 13 hearing before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma.
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X is shutting down Communities, saying only a small fraction of its users were actively using the feature and that a large portion of that activity was spam. The company’s decision effectively ends Groups-style discussion spaces within the platform, underscoring how moderation and engagement challenges are reshaping X’s product lineup.
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