Posted 1/20/2024, 10:37:00 AM
Users Complain of Shady Ads on Platform After Major Advertiser Exodus
- Users complaining X is overrun with ads for dubious crypto services and AI "undressing" apps after advertiser exodus
- Suspect ads violate X's policies but are spreading as site relies more on shady ad buyers
- Departure of major advertisers leaves X desperate for revenue from smaller, less reputable sources
- Musk's own antagonizing of advertisers prompted many to leave; his moves undermine brand safety
- Loss of big brand ads being partly offset by surge in political ads, but gap remains massive