Fast Company

Behind the design of Twitter’s blue check—and how it became a polarizing symbol

The design of Twitter’s blue check may play a role in why people have so many strong feelings about such a tiny little mark. Elon Musk’s newly unveiled plan to allow Twitter users to sport the social ...
The New York Times

Are Blue Checks Uncool Now?

Once a coveted status symbol, Twitter’s verification badge — which can be purchased for a monthly fee — is no longer fashionable, according to some users. By Callie Holtermann and Lora Kelley ...
CNN

How Elon Musk transformed Twitter’s blue check from status symbol into a badge of shame

Days after Elon Musk’s Twitter purged blue check marks from VIP users and prominent organizations, the checks reappeared on the accounts of a number of high-profile figures, many of whom promptly ...
CNET

Thanks Elon, I'm Done With Twitter's Dumb Blue Check Mark

Commentary: Now that anyone can get a blue check mark for $8, its actual purpose of verification is gone. So, why participate? Ian Sherr Contributor and Former Editor at Large / News Ian Sherr (he/him ...