Elon Musk’s relationship with X’s (formerly Twitter) Community Notes feature has evolved significantly. Initially, Musk praised Community Notes, stating it “slays” and serves as a novel approach to combating misinformation. He appreciated its open-source nature, allowing transparency in its code and data.
However, recent events have shifted his perspective. Musk expressed concerns that Community Notes is being “gamed by governments and legacy media,” particularly following annotations challenging claims about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s approval ratings. In response, Musk announced intentions to “fix” the feature, though specific plans remain undisclosed.
This development coincides with Meta’s introduction of a similar system on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Meta’s Community Notes aim to enhance information verification and reduce misinformation by allowing users to collaboratively correct false data in posts.
As both X and Meta refine their approaches to community-driven fact-checking, the effectiveness of these systems in promoting accurate information and fostering user trust remains a focal point of discussion.
