Twitter hijacks @X handle, offered user merch, trip to HQ as ‘thank you’
According to a screenshot shared on the alternative social media platform Stacker.News, representatives of X emailed a user that had actually initially signed up the @X Twitter profile, informing them that the platform would take over the account.A screenshot of an email shows Elon Musks rebranded X social media platform offering a user product and a journey to business headquarters after taking over their profile name.Screenshot of the email sent by X to the user. Source: Stacker.NewsThe user was informed that the @X handle was “connected with X Corp” and would be subsequently altered to a brand-new user manage. “Additionally, as a reflection of our appreciation, you will also be supplied with a selection of X merch and an exclusive check out to Xs HQ to meet members of our group.