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BBCSome X users who spend their time sharing election misinformation, AI-generated images, and unfounded conspiracy theories claim they are receiving “thousands of dollars” in payment from the social media platform. The BBC has identified networks of accounts that frequently repost each other’s content, including a mix of true, false, and faked material, in order to increase their reach and earnings on the site. Some users report earning anywhere from a few hundred to thousands of dollars from their own and other accounts.

These users also admit to coordinating with each other to share posts on forums and group chats to support one another. Some of these networks express support for Donald Trump, others for Kamala Harris, and some operate independently. Despite claiming not to be affiliated with official campaigns, several of these profiles have been approached by US politicians, including congressional candidates, seeking supportive posts.

X recently changed its payment rules to base earnings on user engagement from premium users, such as likes, shares, and comments, rather than the number of ads under their posts. While many social media platforms allow users to monetize their content, X lacks specific guidelines on misinformation, raising concerns about incentivizing users to post controversial or false claims during a critical time in US politics.

The BBC’s investigation into the earnings reported by these X users found them to be credible based on their views, followers, and interactions. Some of the misleading posts shared by these networks include debunked election fraud claims, baseless allegations of paedophilia against political candidates, and unfounded conspiracy theories about recent events involving prominent figures.

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X users like Freedom Uncut and Brown Eyed Susan have shared their experiences of monetizing their content on the platform. Freedom Uncut, who supports Trump, creates AI-generated images and claims to earn a significant income from his posts. Brown Eyed Susan, a Kamala Harris supporter, has also seen her account grow in popularity, allowing her to make money by monetizing her posts.

Both users acknowledge the controversial nature of their content and the potential impact it may have on the election. While Freedom Uncut believes independent media like his account can be trusted more than traditional media, Brown Eyed Susan expresses concerns about the spread of false information and the difficulty in discerning the truth online.

Overall, the BBC’s investigation sheds light on the financial incentives driving some X users to share misleading or false content, raising questions about the platform’s role in shaping political discourse and the influence of these users on public opinion.