TWITTER REINSTATE BLUE TICKS FOR SELECT MEDIA AND CELEBRITY HANDLES

Twitter's blue ticks were reinstalled on select media, celebrity, and other high-profile accounts on Saturday, despite widespread opposition from users.

Blue ticks, which were once a free symbol of authenticity and fame, must now be purchased by subscribers for $8 per month, according to Twitter.

Non-paying accounts with a blue tick were removed on Thursday, as owner Elon Musk adopted a policy dubbed "Twitter Blue" to generate fresh money, which was outlined last year.

Elon Musk yesterday withdrawn the legacy verification badge from over 400 thousand renowned individuals, including Pope Francis, Davido, Peter Obi, former President Donald Trump, artists Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo, and, astonishingly, Twitter creator Jack Dorsey.

The blue checkmark will now be available only to Twitter Blue subscribers who pay $8 per month.