“Starting today, we’re testing a new programme (Not A Bot) in New Zealand and the Philippines. New, unverified accounts will be required to sign up for a $1 annual subscription to be able to post and interact with other posts. Within this test, existing users are not affected,” the statement read in part.
In a statement issued by the social media giant on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, owner Elon Musk said the move is intended to reduce spam, manipulation on the platform, and bot activity.
This means that new accounts in both countries (the Philippines and New Zealand) will have to sign up for the subscription.
