Paid Twitter blue ticks? A look at the origin of social media verification

Much has been written about the verification process on Twitter which allots “blue ticks” to certain users. With the takeover of Twitter by Elon Musk, the process of assigning these ticks is set to change. These blue ticks offer credibility to the users, mitigating trolling, fake news, disinformation and spam while also becoming a social media status symbol.

Musk on Tuesday announced that users would have to buy these blue ticks for $8 per month. The new rule is expected to be rolled out by November 7. Currently, the accounts are verified based on the application and authenticity of the applicant.