Why Did Twitter Impose a Rate Limit

Why Did Twitter Impose a Rate Limit

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Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

11th Grade - Vocational training

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The video discusses Elon Musk's new Twitter features, including rate limits and a paywall, aimed at reducing web scraping and bot activity. It highlights technical issues like a self-inflicted DDoS attack due to bad JavaScript code. The video also covers the impact of API pricing changes on third-party apps and speculates on Twitter's financial struggles, including unpaid Google Cloud bills. It humorously touches on conspiracy theories involving Elon Musk and government agencies, ending with a lighthearted take on a potential showdown between Musk and Zuckerberg.

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the new rate limits imposed by Twitter for non-paying users?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Why did Twitter implement a paywall and restrict public access to its website?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What issues did Twitter face that led to the implementation of new features?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the implications of Twitter's decision to shut down access to its free API.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the potential reasons behind Elon Musk's actions regarding Twitter's infrastructure?

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