Security News > 2022 > November > Verified mess — Twitter's $8 blue tick rollout sees 'verified' fakes
Twitter has officially rolled out its Twitter Blue program for an $8 monthly fee that confers upon the Tweeter multiple benefits, including the much-sought blue badge.
A stark distinction so far that separates Twitter Blue accounts with the blue badge from 'notable' accounts verified prior to the new policy rollout is the wording contained within the blue badge.
For Twitter Blue accounts, tapping or clicking on the blue badge reads: "This account is verified because it's subscribed to Twitter Blue.".
Researcher Jane Manchun Wong who frequently uncovers up and coming Twitter tweaks observed seeing two monthly prices for Twitter Blue on the app: $4.99 and $7.99, without it being clear which plan offers what.
Earlier this month, Musk who is now Twitter's CEO, announced plans to roll out the $8 Twitter Blue fee noting that it will be "Adjusted by country proportionate to purchasing power parity."
Interestingly, users ephemerally spotted 'Official' labels appearing on the verified profiles of known brands and personalities that already contained the blue tick, but these labels disappeared as of a few hours ago after Twitter reversed its stance.