X Users Exploiting Social Media for Financial Gain
X users have been found posting graphic or illegal videos on the platform to maximize ad revenue and views [^1^]. These posts are typically shared by entertainment and non-news accounts, many of which have paid for verification or are seeking more views [^1^]. Shockingly, some of these posts include footage of events like George Floyd's death, children suffering due to conflicts, and gory videos of fatal accidents [^1^]. These graphic and illegal videos have garnered thousands or even millions of views [^1^].
In one instance, a now-deleted post on X promoted a website claiming to use AI software to undress women in photos [^1^]. Although it is unclear whether the website genuinely used AI or photoshopped presets, the post received over 130,000 views before being taken down [^1^]. These actions raise serious concerns about the content being shared on the platform.
Corporate Response to Advertising Dilemma on Social Media
Placing corporate ads near controversial or hateful content on X has prompted companies like IBM, Disney, and the European Union to pause their ad spending on the platform [^1^]. This move highlights their concerns about the association between their brands and such content [^1^]. X CEO Linda Yaccarino tried to address these concerns and alleviate fears of hate speech on the platform [^1^]. However, Elon Musk, the owner of X, expressed his frustration and cursed out the advertisers who left the platform due to concerns about antisemitic content [^1^].
Ashwani Jain's Approach to Removing Money from Politics
In a separate article titled "How to Get Money Out of Politics in 60 Seconds," Ashwani Jain shares his strategies for reducing financial influence in politics [^2^]. Jain advocates for rapidly and effectively removing the undue financial influence plagues political systems [^2^]. He emphasizes the importance of increasing transparency and accountability in the funding of political campaigns [^2^].
Jain's approach includes implementing stricter campaign financing regulations, limiting lobbyists' influence, and increasing public funding for campaigns [^2^]. He believes that these measures will help level the playing field and ensure that political decisions are made based on the best interests of the people, rather than the financial interests of a few [^2^].
To summarize, X users have been exploiting social media platforms to generate ad revenue by posting graphic and illegal content [^1^]. This has prompted companies to pause their ad spending due to concerns about ad placement near controversial content [^1^]. Furthermore, Ashwani Jain proposes strategies to remove the influence of money from politics, including stricter regulations and increased transparency in campaign financing [^2^]. Implementing these measures could lead to a fairer and more accountable political system in the future.
Citations:
X users post graphic or illegal videos to get money from ads and views. The Hindu, Publish Date: N/A.
Ashwani Jain Explains How to Get Money out of Politics in 60 Seconds. Daily Kos, Publish Date: December 17, 2023.
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X users post graphic or illegal videos in an effort to get money from ads and views
Ashwani Jain Explains How to Get Money out of Politics in 60 Seconds