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X’s Vertical Video Revolution: Expanded Brand Safety Controls for Advertisers

A growing number of users are actively watching and posting videos on X, fueling the platform's rapid expansion.

Transforming the Global Town Square

2023 was foundational for X, and 2024 will be transformational. In 2023, we laid the groundwork for the global town square, and in 2024, that vision will come alive.

Safeguarding Information Independence and Combating Hate Speech

Safeguarding Information Independence and Combating Hate Speech

An update on our work to tackle Child Sexual Exploitation on X

Last year we made clear that our #1 priority was tackling child sexual exploitation (CSE) online. Here is an update on our efforts.

Maintaining the safety of X in times of conflict

Over the past month our teams have been working around the clock to ensure our global community has access to real-time information and to safeguard the platform for all our users and partners.

Stand with X to protect free speech

On X, people of all backgrounds and beliefs have a place to freely express themselves, so long as they do so within the bounds of the law.

Freedom of Speech Not Reach: New Updates and Progress

On Twitter people are free to be their true selves. Everyday, we work to preserve free speech on Twitter, while equally maintaining the health of our platform.

Protecting the public’s right to free expression

On X, people are free to be their true selves. We believe people of all backgrounds and beliefs should have the right to freely express themselves, so long as they do so within the bounds of the law.

Building the future of X

On X, people are free to be their true selves. We believe people of all backgrounds and beliefs should have the right to freely express themselves, so long as they do so within the bounds of the law.

#FIFAWWC: How a generation-defining conversation came alive on X

To say that the FIFA 2023 Women’s World Cup was a historic moment for sports is an understatement. With record-breaking numbers for attendance, TV viewership and engagement on X, the future is bright!

Supporting people’s right to accurate and safe political discourse on X

X has a responsibility to put the right systems in place to ensure our communities have access to open, accurate and safe political discourse on X.

Our ongoing commitment to combat antisemitism on X

Our teams at X constantly listen to feedback from users and maintain continuous dialogue with outside organizations to ensure our policies and enforcement balance free expression with platform safety.

X’s community-led approach: tackling inaccurate & misleading information

X is committed to being the most accurate source of real-time information in the world. And we’re innovating to make this a reality, and have the data to show our progress.

One year in, the future of X is bright

October 27 marks the one-year anniversary of this platform under new ownership and management. I am incredibly proud of the work our team has been doing to accelerate the future of X.

Freedom of Speech, Not Reach: An update on our enforcement philosophy

Our mission at Twitter 2.0 is to promote and protect the public conversation. We believe Twitter users have the right to express their opinions and ideas without fear of censorship.

An update on Twitter Transparency Reporting

As we review our approach to transparency reporting in light of innovations in content moderation and changes in the regulatory landscape, we believe it’s important to share data from H1 2022 on our h

A new era of transparency for Twitter

At Twitter 2.0, we believe that we have a responsibility, as the town square of the internet, to make our platform transparent. So today we are taking the first step in a new era of transparency.

An update on two-factor authentication using SMS on Twitter

An update on two-factor authentication using SMS on Twitter

Twitter 2.0: Our continued commitment to the public conversation

Twitter’s mission is to promote and protect the public conversation–to be the town square of the internet. For many years, we’ve said that we want to give everyone the power to create and share ideas

Twitter Blue is back. And gold checkmarks are here!

We’re re-enabling Twitter Blue sign ups on iOS and web. Twitter Blue subscribers will get access to subscriber-only features* such as Edit Tweet, 1080p video uploads and reader mode.

#WorldCup on Twitter: The G.O.A.T.

The #WorldCup unfolded on the pitch in Qatar, and it also played out on Twitter in a big way. Football fans across the globe came to Twitter to experience every exhilarating moment as it happened.

Introducing mixed media: Videos, images, and GIFs together in one Tweet

Now everyone can mix and match up to four pieces of content including videos, images, and GIFs together in a single Tweet.

Helpful Birdwatch notes are now visible to everyone on Twitter in the US

Now everyone on Twitter in the US can see Birdwatch notes as part of our program to add context to Tweets and keep people better informed.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility Q3 2022: Accessibility

As the seasons begin to change around the world, we’ve been reflecting a lot on our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) journey at Twitter.

When natural disasters happen, Twitter can be used to help. Here’s how

Here are some global examples of how Twitter can be used as a helpful communication tool for responding to natural disasters.

Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” reveals how music fans show up on Twitter

Take a peek under the hood at the different ways music fans (like “Swifties”) show up on Twitter for their favorite artists.

A meme is born: How people are taking mixed media viral on Twitter

Immediately after we announced the global release of mixed media, people on Twitter found ways to make it go viral. Here’s how.

Designing accessible sounds: The story behind our new chirps

As we work to improve the accessibility of our service, we’re updating Twitter’s sounds to help make them accessible to more people.

Twitter’s curation program with AFP expands to LATAM, Spain, and the US

AFP will now help Twitter add informed context to Spanish-language content in LATAM, Spain, and the US in addition to Portuguese content in Brazil.

How many people come to Twitter for news? As it turns out, a LOT

We’ve compiled valuable learnings to help give you visibility into how — and how many — people engage with news and current events on Twitter.

Moments that defined a record-breaking summer on Twitter

Check out a few of the moments from around the world that helped define the record-breaking summer of 2022 on Twitter.

We’re making images on Twitter more accessible. Here’s how

Twitter is rolling out a new setting that reminds you to add image descriptions, or ALT text, every time you upload an image.

How recommendations help you discover more on Twitter

Recommendations are designed to enrich your Twitter experience, and the more you know about them, the better they can be.

The Twitter Moderation Research Consortium is now open to researchers

Starting today, we’re offering researchers around the world the opportunity to apply for membership in the TMRC.

Our approach to the 2022 elections in Brazil and partnership with AFP

Twitter is working to encourage safe and informed civic participation in Brazil and partnering with AFP to elevate credible information.

New video products make it easier to watch what’s happening on Twitter

We’re rolling out two new video updates starting today to help make it easier to find and watch what’s happening on Twitter.

Birdwatch is getting a new onboarding process and more visible notes

We’re rolling out a new onboarding process for Birdwatch contributors and increasing the visibility of notes to help enable healthier Twitter conversations.

Serena by the numbers: The most Tweeted about female athlete of all time

Serena Williams has been a dominant force on the tennis court for 27 years, and she continues to rack up the W’s on Twitter as well.

Our approach to the 2022 US midterms

Information on Twitter's approach to the 2022 US midterm elections.

Listen up: Podcasts are coming to Twitter

Podcasts are a great way to listen to and learn about the topics you love in a deeper, more nuanced way, and now they’re coming to Twitter.

Introducing Twitter Circle, a new way to Tweet to a smaller crowd

With Twitter Circle, people now have the flexibility to choose who can see and engage with their content on a Tweet-by-Tweet basis.

This is a test of Twitter’s new Edit Tweet feature. This is only a test

Edit Tweet is now being tested by our team internally and will be tested by Twitter Blue subscribers starting in the coming weeks.

Be part of the hype: Introducing Product Drops

Introducing Product Drops, the newest member of the Twitter Shopping family.

Twitter Gaming reports record conversation volume for first half of 2022

In the first half of 2022, there were approximately 1.5 BILLION Tweets about gaming – a record half following up on a record year for gaming conversation in 2021.

IDEA Q2 2022: #UntilWeAllBelong Toolkit

Change is inevitable. We’ve experienced our fair share at Twitter and our focus remains steady.

Sharing our latest transparency update, marking decade long commitment

This year marks a decade of transparency reporting for Twitter, and today we are publishing our 20th Transparency Report.

The 2022 Kenyan General Election is happening on Twitter

Information on Twitter's approach to the 2022 Kenyan General Election.

FTC settlement: Our commitment to protecting your privacy and security

Twitter's FTC settlement and the work we'll continue to do to protect the privacy and security of the people who use Twitter.

Celebrating Twitter for Good

Today, May 20, marks our 26th Twitter For Good Day, a company-wide biannual day when Tweeps around the world come together for the communities that we serve.

Introducing our crisis misinformation policy

Information about Twitter's crisis misinformation policy.

Accelerating our climate commitments on Earth Day

Read more about Twitter's sustainability commitments.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility Q1 2022: Our Global Approach

At Twitter, we take a multifaceted approach that embeds our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) principles across all aspects of the business. Today, I want to share, in closer detail, three important pillars

Our ongoing approach to the war in Ukraine

Twitter's approach to the war in Ukraine.

Twitter Shops: More space to shop

With Twitter Shops, merchants can handpick a collection of up to 50 products to showcase to shoppers on Twitter.

Building a better Birdwatch

Blog providing an update on the Birdwatch pilot

Twitter's report in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2021/1232

Twitter's submission for EU Regulation 2021/1232

#KpopTwitter reaches new heights with 7.8 billion global Tweets

With a massive 7.8 billion global Tweets in 2021, #KpopTwitter once again showed its power by breaking its previous record of 6.7 billion Tweets in 2020.

An Update to the Twitter Transparency Center

Today’s update highlights our long-standing commitment to meaningful transparency and the pressing, urgent need to defend the free, secure, and global Open Internet.

A Banner Year for Gaming on Twitter in 2021

The gaming and esports world flocked to Twitter in 2021, as Tweet volume jumped 14% YOY.

Our continued collaboration with trusted partners

Blog about Twitter's continued collaboration with trusted partners, including our Trust and Safety Council.

The state of social intelligence: 2021 year in review

The main themes driving the evolution of social intelligence in 2021.

2021 #OnlyOnTwitter

You really had to be there, but fortunately we made sure to capture the magic that lived #OnlyOnTwitter in 2021. Read on as we revisit some of the top moments of the year.

Our Holiday Wish List for the Digital Services Act

Automattic, Jodel, Seznam, Twitter and Vimeo build on their joint advocacy over the past year with a DSA Holiday Wish List.

Season 2 of I Wish I Knew, a @TwitterResearch Podcast

We’re excited to announce Season 2 of I Wish I Knew, a @TwitterResearch podcast.

Disclosing state-linked information operations we've removed

Information about networks of state-linked information operations removed from Twitter.

Expanding access beyond information operations

Information on the Twitter Moderation Research Consortium.

Expanding our private information policy to include media

As part of our ongoing efforts to build tools with privacy and security at the core, we’re updating our existing private information policy and expanding its scope to include private media.

The evolution of social intelligence: Q&A with Dr. Jillian Ney

The evolution of social intelligence and what the most successful organizations are getting right.

Our new search prompt to help people find credible information about HIV

Twitter launched ThereIsHelp notification service with a dedicated search prompt for HIV-related information.

Watch, Chat, Shop: Live Shopping on Twitter

Twitter starts testing Live Shopping. While watching a Live Shopping stream on Twitter, people can take several actions that make the shopping experience on Twitter seamless.

Our work to protect the integrity of the conversation in Ethiopia

We continue to monitor the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia closely, and our focus remains to protect the safety and integrity of the conversation on Twitter.

Our continued work to protect your privacy and security

A blog on Twitter's latest efforts to protect your privacy and security.

Twitter smarter, Twitter harder with Twitter Blue

Twitter Blue is now available in the United States and New Zealand across iOS, Android and web. We’re bringing subscribers even more features, more content, and more ways to participate in the convo.

#COP26 is happening on Twitter

Twitter rolls out COP26 features.

Twitter insights: #BeyondKpop from Music to Drama, Webtoon, and Movies

#SquidGame is making record history, generating about 29M Tweets globally since it premiered on Netflix on September 17. Before #SquidGame, we saw many other K-content conversations on Twitter.

Examining algorithmic amplification of political content on Twitter

As we shared earlier this year, we believe it’s critical to study the effects of machine learning (ML) on the public conversation and share our findings publicly.

Inclusion & Diversity Q3 2021: Our multifaceted approach

At Twitter, we take a multifaceted approach that embeds our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) principles across all aspects of the business. Today, I want to share, in closer detail, three important pillars

Bringing Tips to everyone

Twitter launches feature for people to send and receive tips

Communities: Talk about your thing with people who get you

Starting today, we’re testing Communities, a way to easily find and connect with people who want to talk about the same things you do.

Introducing Safety Mode

Blog introducing the Safety Mode beta.

Introducing $uper Follows

Today we’re excited to introduce Super Follows, a new way for people to earn monthly revenue by sharing subscriber-only content with their followers on Twitter.

Behind the Tweets at #Tokyo2020

Here at the topics, talents & trends that told the #Tokyo2020 story this summer on Twitter.

K-pop sets another record on Twitter with 7.5 billion Tweets in a year

K-pop continues to dominate the conversation on Twitter globally, even during unprecedented times.

Bringing more reliable context to conversations on Twitter

Blog discussing Twitter's Curation team and their new collaboration with the Associated Press and Reuters to add context to the public conversation.

Twitter Shopping: Testing the Shop Module

Testing shoppable profiles on Twitter

Enjoy top content and conversation from the Games on Twitter

Twitter has a series of new emojis, features and experiences to help you get into the Games this summer.

Twitter and the MRC: Brand Safety Accreditation Agreement

Twitter and the MRC: Brand Safety Accreditation Agreement

Inclusion & Diversity Report July 2021: Cultivating Inclusion

For Q2 2021, Twitter took a closer look at Cultivating Inclusion across the company.

An update to the Twitter Transparency Center

The 18th update to the Twitter Transparency Center.

Goodbye, Fleets

On August 3, Fleets will no longer be available on Twitter.

Stronger security for your Twitter account

An update on Twitter's 2FA journey

Listening to the real voice of the customer on Twitter

Twitter provides a unique opportunity to better understand your customers and their needs.

Digital Services Act: Defending the Open Internet

The Digital Services Act (DSA) represents a unique opportunity to build on the laws that laid a foundation for the flourishing of the Open Internet - this is a joint letter in response to the DSA.

Twitter gaming and esports insights for the first half of 2021

In 2020, there were more than 2 BILLION Tweets about gaming and the conversation hasn’t skipped a beat in 2021.

A new Arabic language setting, from غرّد to غرّدي

Twitter is introducing a new language setting that acknowledges and better supports the Arabic feminine form.

Spaces is here, let’s chat

Today, we’re bringing the ability to host a Space to all accounts with 600 or more followers on Twitter.

Making Spaces accessible

Twitter's work to make Spaces, the new live audio feature, accessible

A better way to publish and read on Twitter

Twitter acquires Scroll, giving readers a fast-loading, ad-free way to read articles and publishers a model that brings in more revenue than traditional ads.

Introducing I Wish I Knew, a @TwitterResearch podcast

We’re excited to introduce I Wish I Knew, a new podcast that brings you directly into the world of @TwitterResearch.

Tweeting with consideration

Starting today, we’re rolling out improved prompts out across iOS and Android that encourage people to pause and reconsider a potentially harmful or offensive reply before they hit send.

Introducing Tip Jar

Today, we're introducing Tip Jar – a new way for people to send and receive tips.

How British Telecom is leveraging Twitter data

The value of social intelligence to a large organization and its place within modern market research.

Relaunching verification and what’s next

We will be rolling out our new verification application process and begin reviewing public applications for verification on Twitter.

Elevating credible climate change information this World Environment Day

Twitter announces Climate Change Topic and highlights sustainability partnerships ahead of World Environment Day.

Introducing Twitter Blue - Twitter’s first-ever subscription offering

Introducing Twitter Blue - Twitter’s first-ever subscription offering.

Elevating credible climate change information this World Environment Day

Twitter announces Climate Change Topic and highlights sustainability partnerships ahead of World Environment Day.

Introducing Twitter Blue - Twitter’s first-ever subscription offering

Introducing Twitter Blue - Twitter’s first-ever subscription offering.

How British Telecom is leveraging Twitter data

The value of social intelligence to a large organization and its place within modern market research.

Relaunching verification and what’s next

We will be rolling out our new verification application process and begin reviewing public applications for verification on Twitter.

Introducing Tip Jar

Today, we're introducing Tip Jar – a new way for people to send and receive tips.

Tweeting with consideration

Starting today, we’re rolling out improved prompts out across iOS and Android that encourage people to pause and reconsider a potentially harmful or offensive reply before they hit send.

A better way to publish and read on Twitter

Twitter acquires Scroll, giving readers a fast-loading, ad-free way to read articles and publishers a model that brings in more revenue than traditional ads.

Introducing I Wish I Knew, a @TwitterResearch podcast

We’re excited to introduce I Wish I Knew, a new podcast that brings you directly into the world of @TwitterResearch.

Spaces is here, let’s chat

Today, we’re bringing the ability to host a Space to all accounts with 600 or more followers on Twitter.

Making Spaces accessible

Twitter's work to make Spaces, the new live audio feature, accessible

Supporting local journalists on #WorldPressFreedomDay

Twitter is proud to mark World Press Freedom Day, an annual reminder of our shared responsibility to support and advocate for a free press around the world.

5 alternative food trends to add to your plate

People are discussing alternative foods on Twitter. Do you know what they’re interested in? We’re sharing the top 5 alternative food trends.

Introducing our Responsible Machine Learning Initiative

More about the work we’ve been doing to improve our ML algorithms within Twitter, and our path forward through a company-wide initiative called Responsible ML.

Establishing Twitter's presence in Africa

Announcing that, as part of Twitter's growth strategy, we're actively hiring for roles in Ghana, Africa.

Introducing Twitter’s Global Impact Report

Twitter publishes its first Global Impact Report, a cohesive representation of our work across corporate responsibility, sustainability, and philanthropy.

Survey fatigue is real, insight from Twitter can help

How Twitter data insights can complement and improve surveys

An update on Twitter in Turkey

Twitter’s mission is to serve the public conversation and ensure the service is a place where people can connect, find credible information, and express themselves – anywhere in the world.

Calling for public input on our approach to world leaders

Twitter announces call for public input on approach to world leaders.

Advancing our efforts to make Twitter a safer place for advertisers

Twitter announces global TAG brand safety certification and conversation settings for ads

Updates to our work on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Updates to our work on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Disclosing networks of state-linked information operations

Today we are disclosing four networks of accounts to our archive of state-linked information operations; the only archive of its kind in the industry.

Allyship right now: #StandForAsians

As anti-Asian racism and xenophobia continue to grow, we’ve seen an increase in attacks against Asian communities and individuals around the world.

Expanding our work to identify state-affiliated accounts

We believe adding context to what people are seeing on Twitter leads to a more informed public conversation, especially when it involves political actors and topics.

#SaferInternetDay 2021: Together for a better Internet

Today we join safety partners from over 140 countries to mark #SaferInternetDay2021 and play our part in creating a safer internet for all.

Listen here SMBs, you can't afford not to

By focusing on social media listening, you can better understand your customers and ultimately build loyalty while identifying new opportunities to serve them.

Super Bowl LV on Twitter!

How the Super Bowl played out on Twitter

#KpopTwitter achieves new record of 6.7 billion Tweets globally in 2020

While 2020 changed the way that we enjoy entertainment, K-pop continued to be a worldwide phenomenon on Twitter and is one of the most global communities today.

Imperfect, by design

Twitter’s got a new look. Get a peek behind the design.

Making Twitter a better home for writers

Twitter acquired Revue to better support the writers who use our service every day, and enhance the public conversation through more long-form content.

Introducing Birdwatch, a community-based approach to misinformation

Twitter introduces Birdwatch, a community-based approach to misinformation

What to expect on Twitter on US Inauguration Day 2021

On January 20, President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be sworn into office during the United States’ 59th Presidential Inauguration. Here's what to expect on Twitter.

Over 2 Billion Gaming Tweets in 2020!

2020 was a massive year for gaming on Twitter, with a record-breaking 2+ billion Tweets.

Insights from the 17th Twitter Transparency Report

Meaningful transparency between companies, regulators, civil society, and the general public is fundamental to the work we do at Twitter.

An update following the riots in Washington, DC

Twitter’s work to protect the conversation following the riots in Washington, DC

Permanent suspension of @realDonaldTrump

Suspension of @realDonaldTrump

Looking ahead to 2021: Twitter Data Partners weigh in

It’s hard to believe almost an entire year has gone by since our first blog featuring our Twitter Official Data partners who shared their perspectives on Twitter data and future trends. We’ve brought

Our plans to relaunch verification and what’s next

Today we're sharing our new verification policy as well as what you can expect when we relaunch public applications for verification in 2021, and more details about our work in this space.

COVID-19: Our approach to misleading vaccine information

As the world continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic we're updating our rules to protect the conversation around this critical public health issue.

Expanding our commitment to brand safety

Twitter is actively working with key industry partners to advance brand safety as a central component of the advertising and measurement solutions on Twitter.

Inclusion & Diversity Q4 2020: Leadership, transparency & accountability

As 2020 comes to a close, we’ll see a proliferation of year-in-review pieces highlighting how companies have navigated a remarkably unprecedented year.

Crossroads for the Open Internet

We’re writing to you today as a group of companies to advocate for a regulatory conversation around illegal and harmful content that firmly roots Open Internet principles.

The state of social intelligence: 2020 year in review

As we wrap up 2020, what are the main trends driving the awareness and adoption of social intelligence today?

Spending 2020 Together on Twitter

In the midst of everything that happened in the world this year, Twitter was the place where we came together to keep our sanity during quarantine and be forces of change. #ThisHappened on Twitter.

Nation states exerting power online - sharing data can guard against it

Manipulation of the public conversation is a shared threat we all face, and must all address together. Sharing data and companies being open and transparent can help support this work.

Help us shape our new approach to verification

This blog provides an update on plans to relaunch Twitter's public verification process and announces a public feedback period to help shape our policy.

Our work to combat the ‘shadow pandemic’

This blog discusses Twitter's efforts to bring awareness to International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Human Rights Day.

#TwitterForGood Day - Fall 2020

This blog details our fall Twitter for Good Day, where employees across the world volunteered and supported over 80 nonprofit organizations.

Fleets: a new way to join the conversation

Today, we're launching Fleets so everyone can easily join the conversation in a new way – with their fleeting thoughts.

An update on our work around the 2020 US Elections

#Election2020 has been unprecedented — resulting in the highest voter turnout rate in 50 years and record levels of election-related conversation on Twitter. This conversation and our work to prot

How it started, how it’s going: Performance advertising on Twitter

Update on performance ad products initiatives and GA of Carousel ads

National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2020 with Twitter Able

This October, we celebrated National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Disabled employees are equal employees who’s perspectives make Twitter, and the world, better for all.

Serving the public conversation during the 2020 New Zealand Election

During the election, New Zealanders turned to Twitter for breaking news and to have conversations about topics close to their heart and stay connected with their communities.

How Twitter is Helping People Vote Early

As voters face unprecedented challenges when casting their ballot in the upcoming 2020 US elections, Twitter is doing what we can to ensure that people have access to the reliable information they nee

Hispanic Heritage Month 2020 recap

At Twitter, we planned events, social activations, commissioned artwork, and more for our first-ever virtual Hispanic Heritage Month in 2020.

The 2020 New Zealand Election is happening on Twitter

Take a look at conversations happening on Twitter as we count down to #NZElection2020

Additional steps we're taking ahead of the 2020 US Election

We're announcing additional, significant product and enforcement updates that will increase context and encourage more thoughtful consideration before Tweets are amplified.

Disclosing networks to our state-linked information operations archive

Today we are disclosing five distinct networks of accounts to our archive of state-linked information operations.

Transparency around image cropping and changes to come

Addressing recent conversation around our photo cropping methods including how we test for bias in our systems and discussing ways we can improve how we display images on Twitter.

Inclusion & Diversity Report September 2020: #BlackLivesMatter

For Q3 2020, Twitter took a closer look at the impact of #BlackLivesMatter for Tweeps in the US and around the world.

Celebrating the power of young people through #YouthLead

through Twitter’s open and conversational nature, we’ve seen how young people have used Twitter for good - so we're partnering with UN Youth Envoy to launch a youth emoji

Our continued work to keep Twitter secure

An update on our continued work to keep Twitter secure.

Empowering US Voters on National Voter Registration Day

As the 2020 US Election approaches, Twitter is taking steps to empower more people to join in the conversation, participate confidently, and make their voices heard.

Celebrating 10 years of #KpopTwitter

Calling all K-pop stans! Celebrate 10 years of #KpopTwitter in 20 markets worldwide.

Improved Account Security during the 2020 US Election

We're focused on keeping high-profile accounts on Twitter safe and secure during the 2020 US election.

Helping you find accurate US Election News and Information

Twitter wants to empower every eligible person to vote in the 2020 US election.

Expanding our policies to further protect the civic conversation

At Twitter, we’re committed to protecting people’s ability to express their fundamental civil rights safely — especially voting. That’s why, today, we’re expanding our Civic Integrity Policy.

Amplifying #SuicidePrevention resources on Twitter

Suicide prevention resources available on Twitter.

Making Twitter more accessible

Twitter is taking steps to be more accessible for the disabled community - from what we build to the internal programs and policies we implement globally.

Adding More Context To Trends

We’re adding pinned Tweets and descriptions on trends to help explain why something is trending.

Building a real-time golf leaderboard

How to build a real-time golf leaderboard using the Twitter API

Embracing modern customer care without upsetting your CFO

Industry experts share proven strategies with Twitter Official Pattner Sprinklr for embracing and improving modern customer care without sacrificing operational efficiency.

How LikeFolio Gains Financial Insights for Investors with Twitter Data

Using Twitter Data to gain unique financial insights for investors

Supporting policy change and service reform through Twitter data

Analyzing the public conversations on Twitter helped the UK’s Department for Work and Pensions better understand the voice of their customer, accelerating product improvements and inspiring new ideas

Supporting policy change and service reform through Twitter data

Analyzing the public conversations on Twitter helped the UK’s Department for Work and Pensions better understand the voice of their customer, accelerating product improvements and inspiring new ideas

Introducing the new Twitter Transparency Center

We have reimagined and rebuilt our biannual Twitter Transparency Report site to become a comprehensive Twitter Transparency Center.

New conversation settings, coming to a Tweet near you

Now, everyone will be able to use conversation settings so unwanted replies don’t get in the way of meaningful conversations.

New labels for government and state-affiliated media accounts

We’re expanding the type of accounts we label to include official government and state-affiliated media.

Twitter insights on gaming and esports for the first half of 2020

Here are some insights on the titles, topics & trends that have owned the gaming & esports conversation on Twitter so far in 2020

An update on our security incident

An update on our security incident and what we know so far.

Using data from the conversation on Twitter to help detect wildfires

Mayday.ai combines data from the conversation on Twitter with satellite imagery, cameras, and IP911 to help provide real-time or near real-time wildfire disaster and incident management services.

Lockdown 2020-what social data can tell us about what’s next

The unprompted, in the moment nature of Twitter can provide a more accurate view of consumers’ true beliefs than traditional qualitative research methodologies such as surveys or focus groups.

Talking #MentalHealthAwareness on Twitter with our global partners

Throughout the month of May, we worked with over 60 of our mental health partners around the world to raise awareness and help break the stigma associated with mental health.

Your Tweet, your voice

We’re testing a new feature that will add a more human touch to the way we use Twitter – your very own voice. Some people can now Tweet with audio on iOS.

Disclosing networks of state-linked information operations we’ve removed

Today we are disclosing 32,242 accounts to our archive of state-linked information operations — the only one of its kind in the industry.

Why Social Data is Key for Brands in COVID-19

Why Social Data is Key for Brands in COVID-19

Allyship right now: #BlackLivesMatter

COVID-19 may not discriminate, but systemic inequalities have exacerbated its disproportionate impact on Black and Brown communities.

Inclusion & Diversity Report May 2020: Principles During a Pandemic

Although the world doesn’t look the same since our last post, our commitment to Inclusion & Diversity at Twitter has never been stronger.

#KeepItOn: Making your voice heard to end Internet shutdowns

Twitter stands for the open Internet. The free flow of information are more vital than ever. We’re supporting @AccessNow and the global KeepItOn coalition to oppose internet shut downs

Testing, testing...new conversation settings

We’re testing new settings that let you choose who can reply to your Tweet and join your conversation.

Bot or not? The facts about platform manipulation on Twitter

Going back a few years, there’s been a lot of discussion of “bots” online. Over time, however, it’s become a loaded and often misunderstood term.

Updating our Approach to Misleading Information

Introducing new labels and warning messages that will provide additional context and information on some Tweets containing disputed or misleading information related to COVID-19

Serving the public conversation during #KoreanElection2020 amid Covid-19

Twitter continues to safeguard the public conversation as South Korea held a national election amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.

Commemorating the 50th Earth Day

Since the first #EarthDay 50 years ago, 1 billion people have been mobilized every year across 190+ countries in support of our planet.

Stepping up our work to protect the public conversation around Covid-19

Our goal is to elevate and amplify authoritative health information.

5 ways to get strategic value from social media data

Harness the power of social media data across company departments. Learn how you can transition your company's social efforts from tactical to strategic.

Keeping our employees and partners safe during #coronavirus

The safety of our people and those around us is our top priority. We've been closely monitoring #coronavirus COVID-19 developments and wanted to share our current plans and travel policies.

Stepping up our work to protect the public conversation around Covid-19

Our goal is to elevate and amplify authoritative health information.

Updating our rules against hateful conduct

An update on our hateful conduct policy

Five powerful women in data MarTech

To celebrate Women’s History Month, we sat down with five powerful women leaders from the Twitter Official Partner Program (TOPP) to hear their stories and perspectives on data marketing for tech comp

Our #DataForGood Partnership with New Zealand's NCPACS

Announcing our partnership with the University of Otago’s National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies (@NCPACS) in New Zealand to study online conversations through Twitter data.

Inclusion & Diversity Report March 2020

At Twitter, we’re using the new decade as an opportunity to refresh our approach to our public conversation around inclusion and diversity.

Brand communications in time of crisis

Guidance for brands navigating this period of uncertainty.

An update on our continuity strategy during COVID-19

As the entire world faces an unprecedented public health emergency, we want to share the challenges we are facing and the contingency measures we’re putting in place to serve the public conversation.

The journey to social intelligence

Most organizations using social media data fall into one of three stages of maturity. Find out your organization’s social intelligence maturity.

Protecting and supporting journalists during COVID-19

All around the world, we’ve seen our service connecting people with authoritative health information. That work can only be successful if people have access to the news and information they need.