Renowned author Stephen King announced his departure from X (formerly Twitter) after 11 years, reflecting on the platform’s drastic transformation.

King shared on Threads, “I quit Twitter. Eleven years, man. It really changed. Grew dark,” capturing a sentiment felt by many as X faces criticism over its shifting environment.

King’s exit follows a series of high-profile departures from X, as users and organizations voice concern over the platform’s content moderation policies and the proliferation of hate speech. Notably, the British newspaper The Guardian and Spain’s La Vanguardia have also ceased their activities on X, citing concerns over toxic content and misinformation.

Since Musk’s acquisition of the platform, reports have indicated a significant increase in hate speech and offensive content. Research from the Center for Countering Digital Hate found that instances of racial slurs and other harmful language surged following the takeover, raising questions about the effectiveness of X’s content moderation strategies.

In response to these developments, some users have migrated to alternative platforms that prioritize stricter content moderation and user safety. For instance, Taylor Swift fans, known as “Swifties,” have reportedly moved to Bluesky, seeking a more positive online community.

The departure of influential figures like Stephen King underscores the growing dissatisfaction among users regarding the platform’s handling of harmful content.

As more individuals and organizations reconsider their presence on X, the platform faces increasing pressure to address these concerns and implement more robust measures to ensure a safer and more inclusive environment for its users.

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