The fee, likely $1, is aimed at stopping “relentless” bots, Musk said.
  • Tonguewaxer@lemmy.worldEnglish
    3·
    2 years ago

    Isn’t that the started intent? Like adding a small roadblock or captcha.

    I’m not saying I agree but the simple logic should work. It’ll likely reduce the user base and still let bits in with cash to burn.

    • T156@lemmy.worldEnglish
      5·
      2 years ago

      In theory, maybe. In practice, the bots might just pay and post anyway. If they can recoup those costs in the scam, it costs them basically nothing.

      • Billiam@lemmy.worldEnglish
        2·
        2 years ago

        So bots pay to continue what they’re doing, but Musky now gets money for it?

        Ray Charles could see what’s going on here.