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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Twitter/X is selling 'rare' usernames for thousands-and sometimes millions-of dollars

The company has opened a waitlist for what it's calling the " handle marketplace," where it will sell abandoned and inactive usernames. But there's a slight catch: To make a bid for one, you'll likely need to be a Premium+ or Premium Business subscriber to the site. Some handles will be effectively free, included in the cost of the subscription. But for "rare" handles, X is warning users the price tag could be steep. "Rare handles," the company wrote in an FAQ about the marketplace, "may be priced anywhere from $2,500 to over seven figures, depending on demand and uniqueness." It's unclear if usernames X took away from active users (including @music and @sports) will be included in the sale.
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fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

WhatsApp is about to introduce username reservations on Android

WhatsApp will let users connect via usernames with reservation in beta, improving privacy and preventing early claim of popular names.
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fromThe Verge
4 months ago

How to maximize your privacy using Signal calls and chat

Signal's username feature enhances privacy by allowing users to connect without exposing phone numbers.
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