Elon Musks X revamps its creator monetization program with Original Content Rewards
THE SO WHAT
X tying payouts to “original content” is a direct response to AI spam and repost farms—platforms are re-anchoring rewards around provenance. Creators and brands should expect more granular content verification and shifting eligibility rules across all major social surfaces.
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