X has implemented measures to prevent repost accounts from profiting off stolen viral videos, aiming to protect original creators and curb unauthorized monetization.
X has found several large accounts doing this
May 25, 2026
10:46 am
What's the storyX, the social media platform, is taking steps to combat its "copycat economy."
This term refers to accounts that quickly repost or recycle content from smaller creators for profit.
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