Elon Musk confirms plan to implement fee for new X users

He explained that while AI tools can easily bypass traditional bot detection measures, introducing a small fee for new users will help reduce bots and spam.

According to Musk, the fee will grant new users the ability to post on X, with other basic functionalities remaining free of charge. Users who opt not to pay the fee will still be able to follow accounts and read posts for free. Additionally, Musk revealed that users who choose not to pay initially will gain posting privileges after a three-month period.

While specific details regarding the fee amount and implementation timeline remain undisclosed, previous rumors suggested a potential fee of $1 per year for non-verified users.