Elon Musk's $44B acquisition of Twitter aimed to expand the platform's influence by setting conversations of the day and distributing real-time information.
Previously, Twitter's conversations and insights were freely available to all, but Musk's latest changes to the platform will limit the reach of those conversations unless users pay a monthly fee.
The changes to Twitter's accessibility raise concerns about the platform's role in shaping public discourse and whether it should be limited to those who can pay for it.
As users debate Twitter's changes, some may seek out alternative platforms that prioritize open access to information and community-driven discourse.