Twitter Blue goes global; ‘Legacy’ verified checkmarks are going away starting from April 1

Twitter has announced that it will stop verifying accounts for free starting April 1, 2023. Previously verified accounts will lose their checkmarks unless they pay for Twitter Blue or the business-focused Twitter Verified Organizations plan. Continue reading “Twitter Blue goes global; ‘Legacy’ verified checkmarks are going away starting from April 1”

Twitter for web gets default timeline, iOS and Android to follow

Twitter has recently introduced a new default interface called the ‘For You’ tab on iOS, which also rolled out for Android later. However, they have announced that the web version will now default to the last timeline you were using, making the ‘For You’ algorithmic timeline less prevalent. Continue reading “Twitter for web gets default timeline, iOS and Android to follow”

Twitter rolls out default ‘For You’ tabbed interface on iOS

Twitter has begun rolling out the revamped interface. The company announced via its Twitter Support account that iOS users could now swipe between tabs to see tweets recommended “For you” or tweets from accounts you’re “Following.” Continue reading “Twitter rolls out default ‘For You’ tabbed interface on iOS”

Twitter kills ‘official’ label hours after roll out

Earlier this week, Twitter added an “Official” label to select verified accounts that for major media outlets as well as governments. The grey badges are nowhere to be found now, less than 24 hours after they were discovered for the first time. Continue reading “Twitter kills ‘official’ label hours after roll out”

Starlink is now available in 32 countries globally

Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, is now readily accessible in 32 countries worldwide, the company reported. Elon Musk’s space company promises to ship “immediately.” This is different from the past, when problems caused their internet service dishes to be late. Continue reading “Starlink is now available in 32 countries globally”

Elon Musk is set to buy Twitter in a $44 billion deal

Elon Musk made his proposal to buy Twitter outright and delist it from the stock market the other week, and it appeared that the firm would kindly decline. However, it appears that it did some more thinking after a few days and has now officially stated that it is accepting Musk’s proposal. Continue reading “Elon Musk is set to buy Twitter in a $44 billion deal”

Indian government informs public to avoid Starlink subscription until it gets licence

Last week, the Indian government has advised people against subscribing to Elon Musk’s Starlink Internet Services since it does not have a proper licence to operate in the country. Continue reading “Indian government informs public to avoid Starlink subscription until it gets licence”

Tesla CEO Elon Musk seeks relief on imports in India

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk is initiating talks with the Indian government to reduce import duty. On June 15, Musk replied to a Twitter user saying, “In discussions with the government of India requesting temporary relief on import penalties/restrictions until a local factory is built. Continue reading “Tesla CEO Elon Musk seeks relief on imports in India”

Elon Musk congratulates ISRO scientists on world record

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Yesterday, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) made a world record in the history of space exploration by successfully launching 104 satellite by Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) in one go. The PSLV-C37 launched from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 9.28am. Continue reading “Elon Musk congratulates ISRO scientists on world record”

Tesla ‘hoping’ to launch in India in summer 2017, says Elon Musk

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It looks like this year we will see Tesla on Indian roads this summer. Tesla CEO Elon  Musk has hinted that potential India launch while responding to a Twitter question.

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Now all Tesla cars to come with full self-driving hardware

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Elon Musk, Tesla founder has announced that all Tesla vehicles produced in its factory including Model 3 will feature the hardware needed for full self-driving capability. Continue reading “Now all Tesla cars to come with full self-driving hardware”

Tesla Model 3 electric sedan coming to India, pre-orders kick starts at $1000

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Tesla, the popular US electric car maker has unveiled its upcoming Tesla Model 3 electric sedan. CEO and Co-Founder of Tesla Motors, Elon Musk has announced that the Model 3 electric car is coming to India. Continue reading “Tesla Model 3 electric sedan coming to India, pre-orders kick starts at $1000”