Twitter to pay verified content creators for Ad replies, details here

Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter, announced that verified content creators will soon be paid for ads in their replies.

He said the move aims to support and motivate creators.

However, Twitter is facing a contract dispute with Google Cloud, which could impact trust and safety services

Twitter's Initiative

Elon Musk's Twitter is set to reward verified content creators for their contributions.

With a budget of $5 million (approximately Rs 410 crore), creators will receive payments for ads in their replies.

This initiative, starting in a few weeks, emphasises Twitter's support for the creator community. 

However, only verified creators will be eligible, and the focus will be on ads served to verified users.

This strategy aims to promote authenticity and quality content by providing monetary benefits to deserving creators.

Twitter's Cloud Problem

Twitter is facing a payment dispute with Google Cloud, which could have serious consequences.

As the contract renewal date approaches, Twitter has allegedly refused to settle its bills with Google Cloud.

If the issue is not resolved, Twitter's access to vital services, such as combating spam and removing harmful content like child sexual abuse material (CSAM), may be severed when the contract ends on June 30th.

Twitter has encountered financial difficulties not only with Google Cloud but also with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Reports suggest that Twitter delayed payments to AWS, leading Amazon to consider withholding advertising payments as leverage.

A report from The Platformer in March revealed Twitter's internal discussions regarding Amazon's threat to withhold payment for advertising on the platform due to unpaid AWS bills.