X has announced it will pay subscription users based on their interactions with other Premium members. As a result, posts from “blue tick” holders may start appearing more frequently in users’ feeds.
Since last year, the platform has shared ad revenue with content creators based on the ads shown in replies to their posts, reminds NIX Solutions. Now, this ad revenue could increase as X promises payouts for interactions between Premium subscribers and creators’ content.
Increased Revenue Opportunities for Creators
The platform emphasizes that the more Premium subscribers engage with content and attract other Premium users, the greater the potential earnings for creators. While it’s unclear if this will significantly increase income, X assures creators they can “make a living on X.”
Potential Impact on User Feeds
According to The Verge, replies from Premium users are already prioritized based on the subscription tier chosen. With this change, users may notice more posts from “blue tick” holders dominating their feeds. Encouraging interactions from Premium members could increase this trend. We’ll keep you updated on how these developments affect both creators and the overall user experience.